Type

Polyethylene VB

Self adhesive

Aluminum foil

Varriable barrier

VB paint primers

Brand

Many brands in stores

Blueskin SA

SOPRASEAL STICK 1100 T

Many brands in stores

Membrain

Zinsser BIN shellac-base

Details

Commonly called Poly VB for Vapour Barrier — can be a large pollutor especially because of its large surface area.

https://declare.living-future.org/products/blueskin-sa-blueskin-sa-lt

LBC Red List Free

https://www.soprema.ca/product/sopraseal-stick-1100-t-535/

Generally VOC free — pay attention to adhesive on joint sealing tapes – best to use aluminum tape.

https://www.certainteed.com/building-insulation/products/membrain/

Excellent for basements.

https://www.rustoleum.com/product-catalog/consumer-brands/zinsser-products/shellac-base-primer/b-i-n-shellac-base-primer