I have no affiliation with any of these companies, and everything I'm using I paid for myself.
The three ways that heat transfer occurs are:
Conduction - Objects in direct contact
Convection - Gases and Liquids in motion
Radiation - Electromagnetic waves
All of our insulation choices then need to address one or more of the above. Also, a key issue within van insulation is the presence of moisture through condensation. While a vapor barrier solves this issue within residential applications, it fails in vehicle applications due to tighter physical constraints and the inability to create a perfectly airtight space. So my insulation strategy accepts that we need to manage moisture and use materials that resist or inhibit bacteria and mold growth. We also want to insulate for sound as much as possible to help ensure a good night’s sleep in a busy parking lot.
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Timestamps:
00:00 - Who This Video Is For
02:38 - Three Methods of Thermal Transfer
03:55 - Different Materials for Different Areas
05:13 - Moisture in Vans
07:00 - Wool for Moisture Management
08:15 - Spray Foam Insulation Considerations
10:10 - Recycled Denim Can Mold
10:54 - Thinsulate Insulation Options
12:10 - Sound Absorption
12:35 - My Ted Talk on Wool
13:50 - What Materials I’m Using and Where
16:52 - Van Made Gear Window Coverings
18:40 - The benefits of Off-Camera Lighting
19:40 - Arcteryx Thorium AR Hoody
20:40 - That’s a Wrap