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Wall moisture test results w/ duct tape and plastic

15 years ago

Just taped up some plastic to the walls and floors in several locations on different walls. walls do have a coating of drylock, approx 5y/o. some locations show signs of efflorescence. How much moisture should I expect and over how long? There is a steady rain today so there should be a fresh source of water.

thanks in advance,

Dave

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dave-maryland
Original Author
15 years ago
Ok, 12x12 duct tape sheets of plastic have been up in 8 locations for one week, 3 others on the concrete floor. no condensation or moisture noted. that is good. I will leave them up for a while if the tape lasts. Sill/joist have been covered and sealed with XPS 80% complete andt that has improved temp, decreased draft and the dehumidifier does not run as often. so far so good.
maryland_irisman
15 years ago
Dave,

You may see some fogging but shouldn't see much over a 1 week period.
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