R50 insulation / Discussions

How do I prevent attic moisture build up in winter?

...R50 of cellulose fibre blown in when built. The moisture barrier is properly installed and not modified. I got a bit of leakage in the spring through my master bathroom ceiling.  I have a 6/12 pitch roof with gables at front and back. The buiding code where I live was changed a few years back and does not allow vented ...

Posted by Steve Jensen July 9, 2025 Walls and Roofs

Why do I see conflicting information on vapour barriers?

...insulation, laying down a polyethylene vapour barrier over the whole surface (it can go up and down over joists) then reinstalling the insulation.". But in this article (https://www.ecohome.net/guides/2299/painting-on-your-vapour-barrier/), specifically in the comments section, ecoHome suggests that a vapour barrier is...

Posted by Trevor Karbashewski April 25, 2023 Air and vapour barriers 1 response