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Default problem with condensation in loft insulation

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On 1 Feb, 08:04, Lobster wrote:
The Natural Philosopher wrote:
So moist air is entering..

Yes, as the Pink Panther stuff is in a perforated bag that would make
sense. My only other thought is was the stuff damp when it went in? I


I'm pretty certain that all the stuff was dry when I put it in. I'll
try and work out if the damp/wet bits are above anything obvious.

I'm assuming a DPM is the same speak as a vapour barrier? I'm loath to
do this as it would entail lifting ALL the insulation (Pink Panther +
original).....

No need to lift the original.

Just put a seal between it and the other..

The original will stay warm enough not to condense..