Cargo Trailer Insulation- A Different Approach
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- Опубліковано 28 вер 2024
- We did a good deal of research on the different methods to insulate our cargo trailer. After spending time considering the different options, we decided to take a different approach from anything we saw that others have done for insulation.
Out initial first choice was ridged spray foam insulation. We obtained an estimate for about $1,000. There were two problems with this. The first was that the only firm in Tucson that does this work could not guarantee that they could keep the insulation to 1 inch to match the depth of the metal studs. I just did not feel up to sawing off any excess. The second issue is that the workers needed to wear hazmat suits when doing the instillation.
This gave us a concern about what fumes might linger in the cargo trailer, and it was not keeping with our desire to have an eco-friendly build.
Then we took a look at board insulation. I imagined the amount of waste that this would involve, and all of the time and mess to cut it down to the sizes we needed. We never considered using rolls of fiberglass insulation- thought there were too many problems with this.
Then Mellody came across "Mineral Wool High Temperature Insulation". This is advertised as being rigid, water repellent, sound dampening, excellent thermal resistance, noncorrosive, and chemically inert with an R factor of 4. Although not as high of an R rating as the spray foam, it come in at half the cost.
I think the instillation was much easier than the other methods we considered, and provided greater benefits. The link below shows where we sourced the insulation [no, they did not sponsor this video, and we paid full price for the product.
Grainger supply: bit.ly/2Zf0pa1
So instructive, really like the nontoxic mineral wool.
Did you like the microwave in the kitchen also
Awesome video. The way you handle that light saber, i would not want to get on your bad side. I am curious about the roof insulation and you are planning on increasing the thickness. More please!
We will be using the same thickness on the roof. We are planning on 'following the weather' so we are not that concerned about R value- just want some to handle chilly [not cold] nights and warm [not hot] days. Plus, we really like the sound insulation properties, probably more so that the heat/cool properties.
Q the over weight for 23 boxes was how much to the trailer
Do not know the exact weight, but would guess less that 20 lobs.
Is that material heavy? Trying to decide between this or wool?
Extremely light!
How much does this stuff cost please ? Love your video , thanks for sharing.
I clicked on the link and it shows a 1" X 48" X 24" panel for $9.38. It looks like a quality product for a reasonable price.
I put a link in the video description on where to find it. Should also give you the price.
@@OldManExploring Thanks, my grainger shows $120.60 per box of 10 you used 23 boxes total of est $2773.80 correct?
@@bayouslots3143 We bought it a year ago, so prices may have changed.
Thank you for such a great video. I found a video showing different insulation types and fire risk with each. This stuff just doesn't burn. Awesome!!
You are welcome. Thank you for watching.
LOL… Asbestos is also a natural, mineral fiber material with great insulation and fireproof properties.
Just a little FYI.... pencils don't have actual lead in them. Pretty sure you aren't adding anything dangerous to your insulation by using a pencil for your markings.
I agree. Think she was going with how easy it is to remove the pencil marks , and not that there was a problem with lead.
@@OldManExploring that microwave in the kitchen is worse than the lead
@@swdw197478 There is no microwave in thew kitchen. Just the toaster over on the shelf.
@@swdw197478 There is no microwave in thew kitchen. Just the toaster over on the shelf.
R4 is what you got. Any added benefits won’t much matter.
Use pink poly foam 1” R5, and break over with 1/2” for a R7.5 total.
We are planning on 'chasing the weather' so insulation was not that much of a concern. Mostly used for blocking sound.
so you traded VOCs for fibers?
Very cool!!! 🥰
Great info. Enjoyed it.
Did you use a moisture barrier? How is it holding up? Any mold issues?
No moisture barrier, and zero mold problem- do have some vents and an exhaust fan for the inverter that keeps air circulating. Assume it is holding up well, can't tell since I do not have any open walls.
Thanks, I did the same thing but I raised my tongue and groove 4” above the floor and screwed a 1x4 so I could remove it and check for mold. Glad I found your channel! I used the same product from Grainger.
@@brothermanly316 Good idea!
Worried about hazmat suits but has a microwave in the kitchen