Hello, I am currently building a house made of brick and am installing a vapor barrier on the concrete slab. My "future" neighbor recently stopped by to see how far along I am with the house. He built a timber frame house last year and told me that he did not install a vapor barrier. There is only roofing felt laid under the walls. Isn’t it required to have a vapor barrier, or could this lead to building damage? Our groundwater is already about 2–3 meters (6.5–10 feet) deep.
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6Richtige16 Nov 2009 21:13DIN 18195
Any masonry that comes into contact with moist soil must be protected against moisture penetration. The potential for damage from the surrounding soil varies, so a thorough assessment of the situation should be conducted before determining an appropriate protective measure.
Commonly used is the so-called "bituminous coating," an application of bitumen. This building material has been commercially produced from petroleum since 1870 and is now enhanced with polymers.
Although it is often suggested that waterproofing can be done by anyone, safety and warranties are only ensured when certified specialists carry out the work. The specific applications are defined precisely in DIN 18195.
Any masonry that comes into contact with moist soil must be protected against moisture penetration. The potential for damage from the surrounding soil varies, so a thorough assessment of the situation should be conducted before determining an appropriate protective measure.
Commonly used is the so-called "bituminous coating," an application of bitumen. This building material has been commercially produced from petroleum since 1870 and is now enhanced with polymers.
Although it is often suggested that waterproofing can be done by anyone, safety and warranties are only ensured when certified specialists carry out the work. The specific applications are defined precisely in DIN 18195.