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A vapor barrier around the entire room is needed to control humidity. A minimum of 4 mil. plastic is recommended with seams overlapped and taped. The vapor barrier must be installed on the outside (or warm side) of the cellar insulation. This is to prevent condensation from forming on the vapor barrier, potentially wetting the insulation and forming mold.
