The Plastic sheeting is a film of reinforced polyethylene which comes in various thicknesses and in different colors including black, transparent and other hues. These sheets are gaining popularity over time because of their pliant nature and water resistant quality. These are sold at the fabric stores but only in the fixed thicker mils such as 6, 8, 12, 20 mil and more. Among which 12 mil plastic sheeting is the perfect size and thickness which is fit for most of the uses and has following amazing applications:
- Crawlspace and Basement Liners: The most common but the most significant usage of a 12 mil plastic sheeting is to line a crawlspace or a basement. It works best when it comes to be used as a vapor barrier and protect the interior of your home from the moisture migration.
- Rainshed Covers and Tarps: A roll or two of Visqueen can serve as a quick expedient shelter in the rains and can be made into tarps as well.
- Expedient Shower Curtains: The flexible plastic sheeting can be used as Shower curtains as it doesn’t get affected by water drops and play this role very excellently.
- Winterizing Windows and Doors: This is the most amazing use of the Visqueen in the survival scenario like winter storm power outage or in extreme chilling weather. Lining the doors and windows or hanging the plastic sheets in the room to make it smaller can do a trick.
- Greenhouse Panel: These can be used to make a Greenhouse panel in the growing season of your plants but you need to ensure that your plants are getting enough UV light.
- For Halloween: As these sheets are fire resistant they can be used in the haunted houses and also while organizing a Halloween where using fire is essential.