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Forum: Winter Living 02-10-2015, 04:24 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 23,889
Posted By Protagonist
Dumb question, but why not coat the plywood with...

Dumb question, but why not coat the plywood with Thompson's Water Seal to keep it from absorbing moisture? That way the plywood itself becomes a vapor barrier.
Forum: Winter Living 01-29-2015, 09:08 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 23,889
Posted By Protagonist
Condensation forms on surfaces that are colder...

Condensation forms on surfaces that are colder than the air, because the air in contact with the cold surface is chilled below its dew point.

Pardon my rephrasing what you said, but I wanted to...
Forum: Winter Living 01-27-2015, 07:10 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 23,889
Posted By Protagonist
Yes, if you also insulate the compartment door. ...

Yes, if you also insulate the compartment door. Otherwise you're just moving the condensation problem to a new surface and promoting rot inside the storage compartment.
Forum: Winter Living 01-27-2015, 06:56 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 23,889
Posted By Protagonist
Plastic sheeting is a vapor barrier. What it...

Plastic sheeting is a vapor barrier. What it will do is keep moisture on the same side it forms on. It will not by itself prevent the buildup of moisture.

There are only two methods of...
Forum: Winter Living 01-26-2015, 07:23 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 23,889
Posted By Protagonist
It's debatable whether New Orleans can be...

It's debatable whether New Orleans can be considered "civilization" even today. There's a reason why the "New Orleans: Third World and Proud of It!" bumper stickers were popular before Hurricane...
Forum: Winter Living 12-29-2014, 05:10 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 23,889
Posted By Protagonist
The best solution to any condensation problem is...

The best solution to any condensation problem is ventilation. I just posted this on another thread concerning condensation on a skylight, but it's worth repeating here.

Consider installing one...
Forum: Winter Living 01-29-2014, 02:26 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 23,889
Posted By Protagonist
Actually, you might want to. Get a Mylar "space...

Actually, you might want to. Get a Mylar "space blanket" and place it under the mattress. It will reflect your body heat back up to you, allowing you to sleep warmer, as well as serving as a vapor...
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