RV Living: Additional Insulation Ideas
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- Опубліковано 21 сер 2024
- The temps are cooling down and that means there's more need to keep your RV motor homes warm. Here are a few tips to help keep the heat in and the cold out, and vice versa during the summer time.
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I live in a 32 foot camper, and I put one inch foam in all the cabinets, the ceiling and the walls. I painted the foam with indoor egg shell paint, stuck it to the walls with drywall screws and washers, then trimmed it out like a regular piece of paneling. You cant tell the difference! And the energy savings are enormous. I went from two 5,000 btu air conditioners, going full blast all day, and still it was in the 80s in here, to one set on low, during 98 degree days it keeps it at 67 degrees in here!! My electric bill went from 120 a month to 50!! And it was all throw away foam I got from the rv park dumpsters. Thanks!
Awesome, thanks for sharing!
Great tip - ty
Foam? As in styrofoam or foam rubber? I know how ignorant this sounds, but I'm struggling with the paint application concept. I've used house paint on fabric with great results and know there's a vinyl paint available ...
Good idea. I'm thinking of putting it on the outside cause I like my wallpaper!
Did you use the silver on both sides polyiso or the pink stuff ? Getting ready to do that myself.
if your interested in trying something different, you could use magnetic tape adhered to the material where it would sick to the frame of the window. This would make it easier to put up and take down as well as being able to leave it up during transport, without worrying about damage
Genius!! Thank you:)
Most window frames are aluminum - nonmagnetic... 🌝
@@scritterz Attach some ferrous/iron bits to the wall/window area perhaps?
Another idea would be to create "buttonholes" in the reflectex by covering both sides with a square of duck tape, cut a small slit and push the hooks through the slits. If there is a problem with getting it to stay on the hooks, simply twist a small rubber band onto the hook on the outside of the reflectex.
@@scritterz you can put the + magnetic tape on the window sills and the - magnetic strip on the reflectives
I have my whole trailer skirted in that reflectix stuff for this winter! That stuff rocks! Those command strips are amazing, I have hooks and stuff from command strips everywhere in my trailer. They are amazing (so amazing I had to say it twice) and have stuck really really well. Even the ones in the bathroom have held up so far!
+Safora Silva Awesome, best of luck!
That's an interesting idea I'm using reflectix for skirting. How has that worked out?
not sure if you tried it, but i hot glued some magnets to the reflectix and the wall, it will self align and hold. you can add some in the middle for longer lengths. i thought about trying strip magnets for a total seal, but never tried... i just use cheap round ones for my windows. the reflectix does degrade from direct sun, so i just swap them out when they look ugly. also, if you wanna up the game, i use spray adhesive and attach speaker/marine carpet to one side for a finished non shiny look. you can get colored carpets online... not fashionable, but some might feel it is better then the foil look. love the videos! good day!
Good idea
How about Velcro?
Great idea, I thought of even painting them, not sure if that would hold up.
Pippi,you are a smart little girl--keep thing,s up in life --you will make it,where ever you want to be
Thanks Hans :D
Hans Rippe
Good ideal. Since it was only 4 ft wide you can probably add to make it wider just use tape on both sides to seam it big enough to cover from top to bottom and left to right the entire window AND that frame. Like you said it transfers temperature hot and cold like at record speed, plus overhang it at least one inch inch all around that frame. Use aluminum tape for the seams, so it reflects the sun. But on the winter side, have it painted flat black. In summer reflect the light off the panel, but in winter absorb the light into the panel by using the flat black side facing outward in winter, and the shinny reflective side facing out in summer. This will make a difference, like 10 degrees F on cloudless days.
You are so clever I live in North Carolina and I had the same issue I tried the Velcro and that was a disaster so I will definitely do this little trick. Thanks so much at 68 I'm still learning something new everyday.
+Waters Louis Good for you, never stop learning :)
A lot of good comment there, but please stop with the "can I come visit, Pippi, you so great, call me etc" Leave the girl alone. She is figuering it out. Its great. Learn/fail and learn. She is fixining her house up! Admire it.
very well said..
Stauder Fan Well, perhaps used too many words. Kept making the point. -ish/kind off, etc :)
+mike The Turnip .. you made a good point... lotta idiots out there.. she does a good job, Happy Travels!!
+mike The Turnip Thanks MIke :D :D :D
mike The Swedish Turnip ilw
Another idea would be to create "buttonholes" in the reflectex by covering both sides with a square of duck tape, cut a small slit and push the hooks through the slits. If there is a problem with getting it to stay on the hooks, simply twist a small rubber band onto the hook on the outside of the reflectex.
Check out the little strong magnets they sell at Home Depot and other stores. You can super glue them to the wall and attach a small piece of metal to the insulation. A washer would be ideal because you can sew it on
If magnets would attach to window frame, she would only have to sew it to the reflective material… thus not damaging wall or frame.
@@teresanoel4035 the window frames are aluminum so magnets won't work
This is one woman I would hire to fix my RV if I decide to get one. You have a lot of talent.
+WhatsHis Name Thank you
Good idea I added clear bubble wrap to the inside of my windows in my home just sprayed water on the widow and patted in place seems to help insulate some.
Thanks for some great ideas. I especially like the reflectix inside the cupboards.
All the Best, and Happy Camping!
Hi Pippi. I like how you used the reflectix on the windows, but for the roof vents I think there is a better way. You probably don't have a lot of roof vents, and I don't like the idea of climbing on the roof every morning and evening to put the foam in and take it out so that I can use the vent during the daytime when it gets warmer. A possible alternative is using a combination of half inch rigid foam and reflectix, you could easily fashion a shallow foam box covered in reflectix that would just fit over the vent from the inside. (The reflectix along with some glue helps hold it together and reflects the heat back inside while the half inch foam gives you some R value to keep heat out if that is your purpose.) Then you simply use a string or a rubber band attached to the vent's crank handle and poked through the box in order to secure it tightly to the ceiling of the RV. Yes, it might not look as pretty, but for overnights (when it is coldest) and short term, it should work well without having to get up on the roof to put this measure in place or to remove it for daytime use. The downside is that you would have to store it when not in use, but it is still relatively small. Summary--Pros: use from inside, quick and easy to put on/off. Cons: Ugly, has to be stored when not in use, intrudes a small amount into the RV interior headroom height. It's just an idea... Anybody have any thoughts to share on this?
Hey Pippi Randy from Wisconsin I live in a small apartment with single pane windows an I use bubble rap on window for insulation cut to fit spritz back with water place on glass hot or cold works great
It will be warmer if Refletix goes beyond window frame & best if taped in place. There is metalic tape sold with reflectix rolls works well & looks good because it matches the panels.
I admire your thinking! My GF thinks I am crazy doing similar things she gets to benefit from lol
I CUT MY HOME ELECTRIC BILL BY 140% BY USING YOUR IDEA. THANK YOU!!!! I posted a video about it and wanted to give you credit for it. If you don't mind, would like to put a link in my comments section to this video. Brian
Brian O'Keeffe. I would love to see your video
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Brian O'Keeffe, I'm curious as to how you cut your electric bill by 140% when 100% would be the total amount of the bill?
I've used aluminum foil on windows to cut down on sun light, but never used the Reflectix stuff. I'll have to try it out.
Pippi, I found another way that worked really well, and that was the little screw in hooks, and then reinforce the corner where you punch a hole with a paper punch through the Refletic, and just hang it on the hooks. When you don't need it it is easy to just unhook from the window and roll up to store for the next season. They also work in the winter too when it it really cold outside, it helps to keep the heat in. And doing inside the cupboards and closets is a good idea too, Keep up the good work Pippi. Love your videos
+zzzgeok Another good idea! Thanks!
I used sun screen on the outside of window and snaps to fasten them on. Works great.
On my larger windows exterior facing the sun, I silicone adhered a cut plexiglass and added 4 small screws. A makeshift double window. It’s great and you can see though it. Ideally double pane window will make a difference.
Been watch your videos for a while now, i don't rv and tbh there's not much i can really learn form your channel but your videos keep making me coming back for more. I was trying to work out why and i think i have. Its your awesome approach to life you take the most simple everyday task and somehow make it fun and worth living, its truly amazing. Keep up the great work. Fan for Australia
+happydonut84 Thanks so much. I'm happy to hear you enjoy them so much :D
if you add insulation to the inside of RV windows first make sure the small holes that drain condensation to the outside are clear. If you don't the water will run down the inside of the wall and rot out the floor under the wall and that ain't easy to fix....I know from personal experience! I bought a trailer from a couple that had spent 2 winters in Montana and had put sheets of styrofoam over the windows.
Thank you for sharing this important information. Cheers!
I used blue painters tape, it seems to be working ok so far, you can use the tape pretty much all around the window and it won't damage the wall.
You can also double up the Reflectix by using some spray adhesive and the silver tape used for sealing up heater ducts to help the adhesive hold. Besides doubling up the R value it stiffens up the panel so its easier to handle. Some of my Reflectix panels are three layers thick.
For insulating cabinets and such you might be better off with traditional foam insulation sheets, much better insulating value and if cut exactly to size you don't even have to glue them in place.
Ron
+Ron Weiss The doubling up is a great idea! I have much left over that I'm doing this with :)
Thanks for the info! I have seen the insulation in RV windows and wondered how effective they were. Good to know it works well!
I did the same thing when I bought my travel trailer. It made a word of difference.
Great idea, I use a similar product in my house'attic. It cut my heating and cooling bill by 40%. Never thought about in my RV. Thanks
I think you are the cutest thing I've seen. Personally, I would attach outside for heat insulation.
my 40 yr old motor home had real drafty windows so my neighbors showed me a trick. you buy a packet of this plastic film from walmart for about 5 bucks or something. it comes with a roll of this two sided tape that you put on the wall around the perimeter of the window. cut a piece of the film to size and stick it to the tape. soon as the sun hits it boom tight as a drum and airtight. love your videos.
Sean Ash
Sean Ash you can use a hair dryer to tighten it up right away and take out any puckers.
Great info Pippi! I have used a small pillow to stuff into my roof vents and it works ok but I like your Idea better!
+TomsBackwoods you can buy from an RV place, or online, a specially designed pillow like thing that goes up in your vent from the inside. It's cut so it's the exact size of a standard vent opening, is covered in faux fleece, and even has a small stip of cloth to act as a grab handle. Basically it's a vent sized square pillow. Costs about $12. I've got 3vents and have one of these inside each.
I did the same
I got my pillows 50 cents a piece at Salvation Army!
wondering why you didn't make it wide enough to cover the window frame because of the heat transfer from the frame ..other wise nice job
Cheryl White:
It is still a great job.
Great stuff! In the summer, the Reflectix would be even more effective if placed outside the window, reflecting the sun’s rays before they enter the living space.
You nailed it. I live in Las Vegas and RV in the southwest. So my rving is in temperature extremes. I discovered
this foil material last summer and you are right, it makes a tremendous difference.
WHERE DO YOU BUY IT??
Lower has the quilted, padded foil in wide rolls.
Kevin Burke - ty
Barbi Button home depot
Barbi Button Any home improvement store should carry it. Larger rolls can often be ordered.
Bubble wrap taped on the inside of the windows works pretty good too, and you still get the light from the windows.
Matthewseven13 yeah good idea
Love the bubble wrap idea. I want the light!
I did that when I lived in Spokane, Washington, in an apartment. Worked great. Thanks for the reminder. Gonna do this to my RV.
The silver (aluminum foil) reflects almost all radiated heat, wheas any other insulation absorbs it and you slowly lose that heat. The silver surface will greatly enhance the insulation value.
I understand about the aluminum, i lived that way for 2 years,( it keeps the heat out, too). It feels like a cave.
I live in an old trailer and this works wonders and the string and tape idea worked perfectly thank you for making this video
Very smart Pippi, thanks for the tips.
Pippins you always amaze me. Such great ideas and simple common sense. Your parents must be so proud of you! Keep sending us more ideas!
I love how you use a bowl of cereal as a unit of measurement ha x
+ratgreen Haha :)
+Pippi Peterson Hey Pippi , i'm Michael, if ever you're in Colorado I have a half acre of land near Aspen you're welcome to park your RV on ,,,, Beautiful beautiful scenery
There was another video where she compared a piece o wood to a bowl full of glitter :) True story
Awesome video going to do this to my fifth wheel I need to keep more cool air this summer! Installing two new acs also help lol
Just install a $500 mini split heat/cool unit from eBay.i don't even have to run under skirting while working and living in my 44' 5th wheel in North Dakota! It's super efficient and so quite
Door gaskets and windows that open are a a good place to make sure they seal properly. Also refrigerator/freezer door gaskets need to be kept clean so they seal properly. LED replacement light bulbs are a big energy saver.
Love it I just bought a roll like that. And I was having issues with how to keep it up. I love the string and tape on the little removable hooks.
Those little hooks and also 3m double sided tape are the WD-40 and duct tape of the RV dwellers tool kit.
You could also put knots on the end of the string so they will be even more resistant to pulling through the tape.
this is my first time full time leaving in my fifth wheel.. works good in my windows..
+Victor Gomez Awesome, congratulations. Best of luck and happy trails :D
I used small circle magnets at hot glued them to the Refectix and stuck them to all the windows so i can take down the sheets in the living room during the day, also used velcro drilled into the roof vents on the inside and hot glued to the Refectix, works great. The cabinets were a great idea, i just did that and that helped alot too
When I was in the mid-west and it was 102F, I went to Lowe's to get some of the silver bubble wrap, luckily for me, I just put them behind my blinds and they stayed just fine. Within a few hours my RV went from 88 F to 72 F.
I used industrial Velcro for my reflectix works great. 😊
I lived in a rv a couple of years, bought warm window fabric. Well worth it.
You welcome,love those videos and the guy that's holding the camera is very lucky.
While you're doing maintenance type videos, perhaps you should do one about replacing the anode in your hot water tank? They should be replaced every year or two to prevent rust in your tank. I'm under the impression allot of people forget. I just changed mine today for about $30 and 25min of time. Saves allot of headaches down the road.
Ga Pippi so ingenious. Definitely getting this for my camper and getting rid of the trash bags! lol
Thank you. Ive been trying to rig something on the inside for the fans. You are a genius.
+K D Glad you liked it :)
I attached some fabric on my reflectix. I attached mine with some jumbo paper clips. That was in case I wanted to change the fabric. Worked for me!
We used velcro command strips and they work awesome! We have left them in the camper all year in extreme heat and extreme cold and they've held up great. Never had to replace any of them.
Someone comment as a suggestion to velcro them outside. I thin that's a great idea to not let the glass get so hot.
Beautiful woman, ingenious and full of wisdom.
Here's friendly advice from hardy Canadians spending harsh winters in RV's at oil and gas sites throughout northern BC and Alberta.
Use special bubble wrap with flat surfaces on both sides (not the regular one with bare bubbles sticking out on one side) and attach it really tightly to the glass while also covering window metal frames all the way to the wood trim. Keep it in place by running scotch tape all the way around it sealing it the best you can. There's also bubble wrap with one sticky side which is absolutely ideal for that: it doesn't leave much air between the wrap and the glass/metal frame, thus eliminating condensation and frost (and that's exactly why simply closing the shades doesn’t work). This material is also great in letting the sunlight in during the day (unlike reflectix/astrofoil) while providing good privacy at night (you can only see people's silhouettes inside even with blinds open). It's fairly easy to peel off in spring (you might need to use a bit of rubbing alcohol to remove any adhesive residue from the glass). You can also attach pieces of bubble wrap to the vent and skylight openings to let the light in without loosing the heat. I recommend keeping them in place using self-adhesive velcro strips attached around the perimeter of both the opening and the bubble wrap cover - that way they're easy to remove when needed. You can also glue a large sheet of sticky bubble wrap to the top of your bed board under the matress to reduce condensation there.
To insulate the walls and roof use penoplene (look up either that word or 'foamed polyethylene'). This is a fairly cheap but amazing material very popular in Europe and sold on amazon/ebay in form of soft and flexible 1/4''-thick tiles with one self-adhesive side and another having various 3D decorative patterns and colors (some really nice). You simply glue them onto your internal walls and ceiling like you would regular tiles, and they boost your rig's insulation immensely. They are also fairly easy to peel off and/or replace with a different design when the old one gets too old.
Use self-adhesive astrofoil with one sticky side to insulate the walls inside all the cabinets (top and bottom) and on the inside of all your external storage hatches. Use penoplene to cover the inside of your rig's entrance door, and put sticky bubble wrap on the door window.
To insulate the floor, you can use thick carpet or area rugs, but nothing beats 2''-thick interlocking closed-cell floor tiles sold in any hardware store (some sport equipment stores also have them under the name 'tatami mats'). They're also super comfy to walk on.
WORD OF CAUTION: Generally speaking, any insulation inside your rig MUST be attached to your rig's walls tightly without air gap (and not attached loosely or just hang on the wall), otherwise the gap will fill up with condensate which will ruin your rig.
However, one of the biggest sources of heat loss (especially in the newer, better insulated 4-season RV's) are the slideout perimeter seals. Buy thick self-adhesive door seal strips (or cut 2"-wide strips from thick and soft closed-cell foam mats sold in hardware stores or on ebay) and glue them around the perimeter of the slideout behind the decorative wood trim where it connects with the external slideout walls so that when the slide is fully out these foam strips will be somewhat compressed against the internal wall providing a good seal. Unfortunately, this cannot be done at the bottom of the slide, so you have to identify the main routes of draft penetration on some cold windy day and improvise the ways to block them.
Avoid using propane heaters (unlike propane furnace or electric fireplace, they produce a lot of moisture).
To further reduce moisture, use microwave or electric toaster to cook/reheat your food instead of gas cooktop or stove, and if you absolutely must boil or cook something using gas then turn on the exhaust fan to drive away the vapours.
Be very careful with electric heaters (even oil radiators - they can also cause fire if they trip).
Avoid showering in your rig as much as possible (use a workplace, gym or campsite shower). Minimize drying loundry, wet clothes or sports gear inside your rig on really cold days when you can't air it, and buy a good dehumidifier if you do.
Watch closely the inlet and outlet vents of your fridge (especially if you ever run it on propane in freezing cold): icicles tend to grow inside the space behind your fridge blocking these vents.
Don't bother to clear snow banks around your rig (typical rookie mistake - thinking they might accelerate freezing of your tanks and piping); conversely - pile even more snow around to close the gap between the bottom of your rig and the ground, especially if you don't have a skirt. Also do not remove snow cover from the top of your rig and slide roofs.
Good luck and keep warm!
Eugene Wow, that is some really cool advice, guidance and knowledge you threw out there. Thanks. I am soaking up all of the words of the experienced and am planning on living a mobile lifestyle (possibly with my wife...lol). Some of your advice can also be applied to other dwellings and we live in our 64 year old National Home, that we love. Thanks for taking the time to do this, it is people like you that help us newbies see around the corners. I hope you have a wonderful life- Thanks again!
When the sun shines through the window it changes its wavelength to one that causes heat plus the sun falling on anything heats it up. Reflectix is a shiny material that reflects that sunshine back outside keeping it from heating up the room. In the winter it reflects the radiant heat back into your home.
I've got a one room log cabin in the center of Wyoming in the foot hills of the southern big horn mountains. No heat, no AC. And I'm on the road to Apache Junction, AZ right after elk season(first of nov) till may first then back to Wyoming I've got 2 fifth wheel camping trailers 1 in AZ and 1 in WYO. for guests. L love living in a small place.
+George Grundeman Nice, happy trails!
Use the clear Bubble wrap if you want some light.
I used snaps. Much easier!!! Easy to take down and up. Attach the one part to outside of your window frame and then snap the snap park with a snap player to the silver screen stuff and just line it up Bam you you’re in and it’s thick enough or you’re not unsnapping a snap and taking and having to redo the whole thing just have to be gentle
You can make it a little stylish by using the insulation as filler to material curtains also
+livingcheap only on the inside ofc
right
Thats a really smart idea. I love these silver panels. Reminds me of aluminum foil. Why did they build the window frames out of metal that heats up someone should design windows that reflect heat away or maybe use rubber or something else. That was a good point.
Awsome idea and super demo! Getting ready for winter right now. Thanks!
This reflectix insulation really is incredible stuff. I've been using it for years, it is amazing and it also creates a vapor barrier. Lovin' your videos. Have a good one. =)
+Plan B Thanks, take care :D
Good tips - Reflectix works best with an air gap, as its says in the instructions on the package. Best info I’ve seen on topic is on UA-cam channel ‘ PSC Camper Conversions ‘ - to summarize, he puts chloroplast between two layers of Reflectix.
Cute as heck. And instructive.
Thanks, and happy camping.
Great video as always. In lieu of the fabricated duct tape holder, why not use the paper clip binders that you pinch open? My 20year old granddaughter just bought her first camper and will be living in it full time. But she got it honest. She’s the third generation of wanderers.
👋I don’t use reflective in the windows . Because it doesn’t stop the moisture and the mold .
I put anti fog on my windows and then have made rubberized covers for them . I put them on the outside of the windows on the front area with the driving area . No moisture. I don’t want them outside on all windows because I don’t like living in the dark. And during the winter I use covers made with the reflective inside . Attached by snaps you can glue or screw snap to the walls , You but these at Lowe’s and the rubber material at Hobby lobby .
I super glued some of the insulation (weighs nothing much) on to the inside of the door of my outside storage bays. The extra insulation helps keep the storage area a LOT cooler, and protects the storage items from heat damage.
I tried rubber cement, Velcro, and other glues, but the heat made the stuff fall off. So, use super glue.
Hi Pippi I Adore you and love the tips you give they are fantastic thank you you inspire every one
For the window cover that you showed us with the silver insulation, if you have a hard time with the tape just take a hole puncher and punch holes on the far ends of each side of the insulation then put the press on hooks on each side of the window. Slide the silver insulation panel through the holes you punched on each side. It will fit more snug against the window also. Thanks for the tips.
Thanks for the idea!
I had the same rv. love you're videos. I'm 27 and hope to be doing this soon!
6:10 binder clip
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Wow! I have those. Will use asap. My tapes fall off with this heat!
You are ' Delightful'. Such a sweet spirit! Listening to you speak and watching your enthusiasm, was a true joy. I would RV with you anywhere.
Jim, from Ohio
driveshaft4 Hehehe! A raccoon? They are pretty cool though.
yes but terrible to snuggle with..LOL
I did this but used hook and loop Velcro with double sided stick tape. When not in use I just pull them down and no slightly mess left behind.
Let me suggest that you attach disk magnets to the frame of your windows and the Reflectix. They're cheap and easily available on ebay or Amazon. Then, the Reflectix panels can easily be attached or removed while providing a better seal against the window frame.
Just stick the magnets together in pairs and glue the stacks of two magnets each to the corners of your window frames, as well as anywhere else you want them to be located. Then, apply glue to the top magnet in each stack of two and apply the Reflectix. That way the magnets are perfectly positioned. Alternately, you could use steel plates on either the window frame or the Reflectix.
You have been an inspiration Pippi, I started watching you before I even had an idea of full timing, now I have been FT 6 months, in a colder region, Washington, and insulation and blocking pests from seeking inside warmth during the winter months has been my focus these last few months. I've added thermal curtains to all my windows to help. I am going to try to find the material you use as an added bonus, though I would want to take it down as having the sun shine in is important, psychologically during the winter months. I love using the removable hooks, I use them a lot. To make hanging even easier you might want to try those plastic binder clips, quick easy and adjustable. Keep up the great work, come visit the Olympic Peninsula!!
+Dina Geiszler Best of luck Dina! You can find that stuff at your local big name hardware store. ;)
Beautiful and smart
We used command brand Velcro strips. Pull the tab when you want to remove and tada.....we keep our reflective shades rolled together and secure with a couple rubber bands in storage. You can fold them too and stash them away
the vent insulation, gave me an idea on how to tackle my problem. thanks so much for posting
+apostlewoody Awesome. Best of luck.
I know you like that beachy look... and if you were to paint your cabinets all white and then in the living room area, painted the walls a nice bright yellow, put some sheer white curtains on the windows to really give a tropical-beachy feel...make some colorful pillows for your seating areas and/or recover the couch and dinette chairs with a light color and use lots of tropical colored pillows and accents to make the areas "pop" ... I can picture it, would be amazing! Same with the bedroom... paint cabinets white and maybe paint the walls a nice green or blue color :) The dark floors with the light colors of the curtains and walls would be a great contrast and it would look like a beach hut in your RV :)
It's been on my mind for a while to paint the cabinets white. The doors are all wood but the other surfaces are covered in a smooth plastic. So I'll have to figure out the best way to treat those before painting.
If you go to home depot you can buy paints for plastic surfaces or you could use pretty contact paper.
if you just sand the smooth plastic surfaces a little bit to make them less smooth, you shouldnt have any problems painting over them :) Good luck!
That's what we're doing to ours! We have the same RV and have painted all the cabinets white and are using bright colors for accents and sheer curtains. Also we are putting in some wood flooring.
It's so funny, I just KNEW duct tape was going to be in there somewhere. My motto "DUCT TAPE, is there anything it CAN"T do? Haha. Thanks for the video. It was informative to me!
I keep seeing the screws around the window and thinking about rare earth magnets, Puncture the outside film put a magnet in the hole and put a piece of silver flashing tape over the hole. If all the windows are drilled same jig when made the covers will be interchangeable
Brilliant, when I order my coach, it's coming with tinted dual pagne windows, but you reminded me to add roll of duct tape to my list of items.. thanks for keeping it simple. :)
+Stauder Fan Right on, thanks SF :)
Really enjoy your videos and tips, thanks!
we got the insulation on amazon and used command strips to adhere to the wall. worked wonders.
Nice job. Don't know if the winter cold will make you re-think sealing the window to prevent drafts. Something to think about. I enjoy the simple approach to solving problems.
These also work well in the land of the Midnight Sun to keep out the daylight, I used black poster board up in Alaska , worked well to keep it dark.
A much easier way is to use the lil clear plastic command hooks, one on each window end, and simply use a hole punch in the window covering & hang it right on the hooks !!!! Easy & no tape or string 😊
hey, you can also the small hooks, to keep the side close to window. and/or along the bottom to keep it, or from moving.
i have used upside-down hooks at the top, at the bottom with hooks right side-up. it's side in and out to the side.
Thanks for the advice I'm less afraid of freezing now 😊👍
IMHO, placing the insulation on the outside to reflect the sun and at the same time shade the glass and metal frame from conducting heat into the interior give the greatest energy efficient set up. Unfortunately both glass and metal are great heat conductors. It's about heat gain, which will feels cooler, standing in the sun or standing in the shade? I understand that mounting the Reflectix outside presents problems from wind and aesthetics. I plan on installing on my future RV(May/2016) a white fabric cover for windshield with Reflectix under it and do the same for cab side windows, I'll also use the interior pleated shades. Florida sun in brutal from May - September. I'm going to try my hardest to install a roller shade on the slide out to shade the two wide windows on it, the other side I'll use the full length roller shade. Be safe, keep on posting helpful tips.
I just had the same conversation this weekend with a fellow rvr who basically said the same thing. it make scents to me to put on the outside. however its not the traditional way of doing it so you don't see this very often.
go get the window kit or patio door kit..put up plastic shrk film then you still got light. i used it several years
Stoner Pro yeah good idea
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Use it in the house as well as the RV, if I don't use the window for ventilation I leave it up year round
Pippi- you would be so successful as the host of one of those "do it yourself" type shows on PBS. You might not enjoy that but I have no doubt you would be successful at it! Another great "infotaining" video!
+chip leach Thanks Chip :)
thank you for your knowledge and support for us RV'ers 😁
+Outlaws Ministries & M.C. (Rev.Dracul'Von) You bet, thanks for tuning in!
Louvered windows are like a big hole in your RV. Pay extra and get sliding or fixed double pained windows to begin with. Double pain windows also help isolate the inside from outside noise.
Get yourself some aluminum foil tape girl! That duct tape won't last. Great job nonetheless...just a super friendly tip from your favorite DIYer in Oklahoma! Ciao!
+ChrisDIYerOklahoma I've got some of that left over from my counter top pour. I'll use it if/when this fails :)