Dampfsperre

vapour barrier

noun DAMPF-shper-eh Rare

Also means

vapour retarder

Usage Note

Dampfsperre is a foil or membrane installed on the warm side of insulation to prevent moisture-laden indoor air from diffusing into the construction and causing condensation; it must be carefully lapped and taped at joints.

Examples

"Die Dampfsperre wird auf der raumseitigen Oberfläche der Dämmung verklebt."

Natural Translation

The vapour barrier is bonded to the room-side surface of the insulation.

Literal Translation

The vapour-barrier is on the room-side surface of the insulation bonded.

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