How to Use vapor barrier in a Sentence
vapor barrier
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If dampness seeps in from the soil, a vapor barrier may help reduce moisture.
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Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
10 June 2026
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If your crawl space has a dirt floor, install a vapor barrier—thick plastic sheeting that blocks moisture.
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Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
30 Apr. 2026
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The insulation may be the wrong size for the wall cavity, or the vapor barrier might be improperly stapled to the studs—or detached.
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Lee Wallender,
The Spruce,
16 Jan. 2026
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Giant white turnips resemble rutabaga and are often wax-coated after harvest to create a vapor barrier that seals in moisture and prolongs shelf life.
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Christopher Bergland,
Verywell Health,
20 Oct. 2025
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Most crawl spaces need a dehumidifier and vapor barriers installed to keep humidity to a minimum before they are closed up.
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Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
16 Jan. 2026
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Use a hygrometer to monitor humidity, fix drainage or flooding issues, and consider a vapor barrier if moisture seeps in.
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Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
10 June 2026
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