Concrete Plastic Sheeting
Plastic sheeting is a general purpose plastic film for use in a variety of construction and diy projects.
Concrete plastic sheeting. Larger rolls are also available. Once you ve purchased the plastic roll it out and trace your measurements onto the plastic with a marker first if you re concerned about your ability to cut straight lines freehand. The hdx 20 ft. If the temperature is below 60 f use dark colored plastic sheets to absorb more light and boost the temperature.
Visit us today for the widest range of building construction products. Cut the plastic with a utility knife or scissors. Use as many squares as needed to test all the main areas that may get flooring. Thin plastic like this is often called a vapor retarder meaning it slows the vapor down but doesn t stop it.
Item 491792 model hslw12 400. One of the most effective materials to guard against rain is plastic sheeting visqueen. Tape along all four edges of the square with duct tape or other waterproof tape. A plastic polyethylene covering retains moisture in the concrete and improves temperature control.
Firmly press the tape to create a moisture tight seal with the plastic and concrete. Check out our range of builders plastic products at your local bunnings warehouse. Plastic sheeting can permanently discolor concrete. A much better approach is a true vapor barrier with characteristics that conform to the requirements of astm e 1745 standard specification for water vapor retarders used in contact with soil or granular fill under concrete slabs.
Covid 19 update to customers our metropolitan melbourne stores will remain open for trade customers only. This heavy duty plastic can be used to cover crawl spaces and as a temporary cover for equipment and supplies. Commonly used under concrete slabs as a vapor barrier and on top of freshly poured slabs as a curing blanket. The hdx 20 ft.
Vapor barrier is sold in rolls. Plastic sheeting is a general purpose plastic film for use in a variety of construction and diy applications. 12 ft x 400 ft clear 0 31 mil plastic sheeting. This plastic can be used to cover crawl spaces and as a temporary cover for equipment and supplies.
The average roll covers roughly 500 square feet. A concrete vapor barrier is simply a sheet of polyethylene plastic visqueen placed directly on top of the sub grade before the concrete floor or slab is poured to help keep moisture from the soil from passing up through the concrete. When temperatures are higher than 85 f reflective white colored sheets help to keep the concrete cool as it cures.