I recently noticed that there is moisture behind my vapour barrier at the lake. The house is 3 years old, 2 X 6 construction with stucco exterior. Beneath the stucco is housewrap. I see the moisture in several areas and looks like the start of small mold staining. Any suggestions on remedying the situation would be appreciated.
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Originally posted by HayZee518 View Postmold spores need three things to survive. heat, moisture, and something to feed upon. - drywall paper, organic house wrap even wood. the vapor barrier should face the living space not the outside wall.
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a stucco is basically portland cement and sand. it is porous and allows moisture to leach through - it is not completely waterproof. high humidity is moisture in the air. you see condensation because of a difference of humidities and temperatures. you need to keep one or the other at a relatively constant temperature OR humidity to prevent condensation.
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