Cargo Trailer Conversion Floor Insulation
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- Опубликовано: 2 ноя 2024
- This is how I insulated the floor of my trailer. With winter coming up I felt it was time. It only took about 3 hours to complete. Thanks for watching.
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I just pulled the trigger on a 7 x 12. I have been enjoying your videos about this project. I've never attempted something like this before and watching your videos has given me some inspiration.
The love between a man and his duct tape is priceless. Love your videos
Thanks, It didnt come out in the video but I put a face on the roll of tape and had it sitting on the fender.
several ppl have mentioned coating the floor before install the foam board. I'm thinking about doing this and using KILZ Mold & Mildew primer film paint, let it dry, then putting the foam board. What's everyone's thoughts on using KILZ?
I've been thinking about doing this. Although I have a lot of bolts coming through the floor for E-Track, Wheel Chocks, etc. Just another challenge to overcome.
Thanks for the instructions!
Great job. I will be using some of your ideas on my cargo conversion. An idea or two I might suggest. Undercoating before adding the floor insulation. And I was nervous watching you under the trailer with no wheel chocks that I could see. Stay safe and looks good though.
Thanks, the under coat would have been a good idea. I might still do it over the insulation. The drive way is dead flat and the trailer wasn't going anywhere.
What type of undercoat would a guy use? I'm planning on doing this soon, thanks!
How would moisture escape should it get on top of the foam board?
This is one of the draw backs of this. I didnt seal the outer edges for this reason. Only time will tell if moisture will be an issue. I think it is better this way than to have the osb exposed on the bottom.
I would rhino seal or other marine seal before I would insulate the underside because of moisture between the foam and plywood.
that would be fine, the insulation is water proof and the floor is rubber. Its hard for moisture to get in.
Lol, you're nuts, I like it 😎
Thanks, you have to enjoy life
Do you put anything below the insulation to protect it from the elements, or do you just leave it exposed? Thank you.
just left it exposed. No issues so far. Cant say its the best setup but thats what I did. i am tempted to go back and spray undercoating on it.
How did the insulation hold up over the winter? In just starting a 7x16 conversion and am getting a ton of good ideas from your videos. Thanks a bunch.
No issues so far.
If I use foam board with film on one side and put the film side down will I have to use foam board glue so as not to eat into the foam ( I know they make glue just for foam board and not the liquid nails? thanks
Most foam board has film on both sides.
did it make much difference in the warmth of your trailer
I couldent say. I never did any reliable tests. I would say it would have to have done something. The floor doesn't feel colder to the touch than the rest of the interior.
This guy is a Genius! Thxs for sharing!
I'm not too sure about the genius part, at least not all the time. Thanks
Here I am again! I don’t know why but my Yutub searches always lead me back to DirtyShopDIY! Maybe it's because (unfortunately) my work areas have lately been left in quite the clutter too? Anyway, I’ve got another question for you if you don’t mind...(If we can set it up, I can pay you for an hour’s worth of phone support and for all of your help with this trailer project. Let me know). My question(s): 1. What should I ask for (at Lowes/Home Depot) to match your “waterproof" type of floor/wall panels? I’ll probably get the same if it’s light weight and thin. I saw that you wanted 1/8” of …? But ended up with 1/4” of …..? And, u were saying something about using some kind of material that shower stalls may be made of? I think that would be ideal if….(whatever that is called)….….is light weight and not too expensive! Otherwise, is it just some type of thin plywood? Thanks and please let me know and I’ll pay u for advisory fees! Art
BTW, I don't know how to connect with u youtuber producers. So, I requested ur Business Email in case u decide you'd like to connect to set up and accept payment for your advice.
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I forgot to add... the landlord is moving back into the house I'm currently renting. So, it would be worth it to me to pay you
Dumb question....what is better...underneath or over the floor insulation and why one or the other?
I would say that over the floor would probably be better insulation. This would allow you to put a continuous layer. You would have to put a hard floor over the insulation. However, you would lose the thickness of the insulation and new floor in roof height.
On the outside makes it harder for the wood floor to breathe and you have to skip where the floor beams are. You can put thicker insulation on the outside, because it doesn't detract from interior space.
I already had a good rubber floor on the inside so I did outside insulation. I don't like reducing interior space.
Great job on your video. Wondering what you think of reflective on the inside of cargo trailer on floor and then those 2' square foam mats that you lock together. Would you think it ok or would I have a problem with mold. I would appreciate your thoughts.
Go to a local Feed/Tack Store (I use Coastal) and get yourself a bunch of Horse Stall Mats. They are a thick rubber floor, cheap - around $35 for a 3'x5' chunk.. lay it out on the floor and you are good to go. Insulating, sound proofing, durable and waterproof.
Im not worried about mold. It stays fairly dry under there and its water proof on both sides.
Seal particle board before placing insulation,use correct glue, and seal all edges for water with flex ssal. But at least have an idea what it looks like under there its possible.
What type of sealant for particle board? Like deck sealant?
Thanks for the vid, good info
At this point I see this was posted about 1 1/2 years ago, how well has the insulation held up and was it worth it to do the project? Asking because I am considering doing the same.
no issues so far
How has ur undercarriage insulation been sticking all this time? Any fall off while trekking around?
No issues so far.
You will get water and moisture between the insulation and bottom of floor of trailer and then mold and rot. Didn’t you insulate the floor from the inside?
That was a worry of mine. The interior has rubber flooring which came with the trailer. I'm hoping that it will reduce the amount of moisture. If not I will have to change it out one day.
rubber undercoat it well and you should be just fine!
I’m going to insulate the floor from the inside because as you drive in the rain , water will get into every space it can under the trailer and the insulation will hold that water next to the frame and make it rust.
That is possible. Insulating the inside could be easier because you would have a flat surface to work with. The bottom floor of my trailer is OSB so not grand in wet areas anyway. I am thinking of spraying undercoating on it all.
Dirty Shop DIY my trailer came with the underside painted. For the inside insulation I’m thinking about that really thick waterproof carpet pad. I’m not sure if I’ll do a indoor outdoor carpet or a thin plywood over that or??
@@Oldcoinsandstuff1 I beleve they make floor insulation for under tile. That might be a good option too. It is nice to have the floor insulated to keep your feet warm. I dont like carpet in trailers because they tend to get more dirt than at home. Good luck with your build
I like this insulating idea as I can't sacrifice headroom inside. I think adding seal coating would eliminate the water seeping issue. How's it holding up so far? I am just starting my trailer build and have watched all your videos. R
Looks good so far. However I can't inspect under the foam.
The mice and rats will have a heyday with that insulation unless you use hardware cloth to prevent them from chewing their way into it.
Don't you have to water proof/weather proof the underside? It looks like raw plywood
I think it is moisture resistant flooring in the trailer. I should have used undercoating before the insulation. Live and learn.
Hi Dirty Shop..i have my first 7x12 cargo trailer with ramp...please help me figure our a tent style add on for ramp door. I'm adding window an insulate the walls an roof. I'm personally doing fold down bed ,cause we haul 2 atv. But son want a tent style room on top of the ramp. So I'll add chains to keep door level or add stands. But a tent style room attached to opening of cargo rear opening..please help.
I plan to do this as well. I will work up some ideas. Definitely use legs on ramp. Chains will make it too bouncy.
@@DirtyShopDIY I found a kit its 500 to 700..but seems like is handy men can do for half that..I also came across a idea of a lift up roof .which seems promising..so fold ramp down with legs or scissor Jack's to level. Then lift light weight roof ,so roof folds out from behind the drop gate...like this .ruclips.net/video/GpmQ9gyj6c0/видео.html
I am planning something like this.
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What kind of stands did you use to level your ramp?
👍🏻😎 Thanks
I would use metal / foil tape
That would probably be a good option too.
Putting any holes in the tubular steel is a bad mistake! As the years go by it will start rusting on the inside of the tube and eventually compromise the structural integrity. I’m hoping you didn’t use tubular steel on your trailer and then put holes in it.🤦♂️
When you need to attach something to a tube you have a few choices. Weld drill or clamp. Welding doesn't work for most clamping is usually not right, so you drill. If the hole is in a covered location it rarely is an issue. Also these things have a bunch of holes already. If you are in a dry environment it really isn't an issue. I might start to worry about this in 20 years or so.
I've always been mystified as to why the vast majority of people whom convert cargo trailers into campers don't actually insulate the floor (or door).
It makes no sense not to insulate the floor of any camping vehicle, and done from the outside, it provides additional protection to the bare plywood underside.
That's what I figured as well. I think my door came insulated, but I plan to check in the future. Thanks.
People don't insulate the door because it's hard to insulate well, depending on the door you have. The floor, I just don't know.
Best way to insulate the floor as far as durability/lifelong is to bring it to a shop and have them spray rubber undercoating under it. Something like Linex or Rhino or the like. Might be able to catch them and ask if you can have them spray the days leftovers under in between the ribs underneath.. cheap and it has no need to look pretty.
@@imacrazyguy5831 LineX isn’t insulating.
@@danlux4954 I was thinking the same thing!
Putting Line-X over underfloor insulation might be a good idea, but on it's own, it wouldn't insulate at all.