ARE THERE PROBLEMS WITH MOISTURE CONDENSATION?
Moisture condensation is an area of concern in fibrous insulations. In recent years there has been growing concern about the effects water vapor has on wall systems in tightly constructed buildings. The theoretical basis for this concern is as follows: vaporized water generated by daily living activities penetrates the interior sheathing (usually drywall) and enters the wall cavity. As the vapor contacts the cold outside wall, it can condense into actual water droplets which create the potential for mold and mildew, blistering paint, degraded insulation and even structural damage due to rotted studs.
