What does 6 mil poly mean?

What does 6 mil poly mean?

Plastic Sheeting comes in a wide range of thicknesses. It is rated with the term, “mil”. A mil is a measurement that equals one-thousandth of an inch, or 0.001 inch. The most common size in the thickness rating for plastic sheeting is 6 mil. This is 6-thousandths of an inch, or 0.006 inch.

What is the difference between 4 mil and 6 mil plastic?

1 MIL – Economical short term storage. 4 MIL – Heavy duty protection when packaging nails, screws & heavy metal parts. 6 MIL – Extra heavy duty protection against punctures and tears on bulky items or items with sharp corners.

Is 6 mil poly waterproof?

Polyethylene sheet and film are used for many different construction and DIY projects. Some common applications for this product include using it as a vapor barrier for concrete or between drywall and insulation. They also can be used to cover a crawl space or under wood floors. Plastic sheeting is waterproof.

Is 4 mil thicker than 6ml?

1 MIL is a measurement unit that equals 0.001 inch which is about the width of an average human hair. Generally speaking, higher MIL designation equates to a thicker and strong plastic sheathing. The most common plastic sheeting sizes found in local hardware stores are 2, 3, 4 and 6 MIL poly sheets.

Can I use 6 mil plastic for greenhouse?

When selecting a plastic greenhouse covering, you should choose a thickness of at least 6 mil. This is the benchmark standard set by the NCRS because it is meant to last 4 years or longer. There are other sizes available with more or less thickness, but 6 mil is the average thickness of a heavy-duty greenhouse film.

What is 6 mil plastic sheeting?

6 mil plastic sheeting is usually an excellent sheeting thickness for tasks such as covering items during a remodel, construction enclosures, remediation covers, and even greenhouse covers. We offer our 6 Mil Temporary Greenhouse Cover as a solution for short-term coverage during the winter or rainy season.

What is the difference between clear and black plastic sheeting?

Black vapor barriers are available in rolls, adhering to the same thickness values as the clear vapor barriers. Black barriers are more effective at stopping moisture evaporation, compared with the clear barrier. The dark color impedes the growth of plant seeds that might reside beneath a home’s crawlspace.

Can you walk on 6mm plastic?

Crawlspace Vapor Barrier Materials A 6 mil thick poly is commonly used as a vapor barrier and offers short-term savings to the homeowner. However, those savings may likely be lost in the long run if someone walks or crawls on the poly, causing micro holes in the vapor barrier.

What is 6 mil poly vapor barrier?

‘Mils’ is the measurement of the poly’s thickness, and perms represent permeability to moisture. Mils: Polyethylene sheeting is measured in ‘mils. ‘ A mil is equal to 0.001 inch of thickness. Codes for residential applications often cite a 6 mil (0.006-inch thick) minimum reinforced poly vapor barrier.

What is the clearest plastic sheeting?

acrylic
Of all the different plastics, acrylic provides the best clarity for the longest amount of time, thanks to its resistance to scratches, abrasions and yellowing.