What do I do if I accidentally poke a hole in the insulation vapor barrier? | TinnerFlow

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What do I do if I accidentally poke a hole in the insulation vapor barrier?

Patch the puncture immediately using a piece of matching FSK tape. The patch must extend at least 2 inches past the edges of the tear in all directions to preserve the moisture vapor seal.

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Patch the puncture immediately using a piece of matching FSK tape. The patch must extend at least 2 inches past the edges of the tear in all directions to preserve the moisture vapor seal.

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