Standard RV insulation is lacking, and while windows are wonderful, they let in a lot of unwanted temperatures and noise. The thin walls on an RV don’t help with this as well. Who wants to be awoken by neighbors, headlights, or the “too early” sun after a few drinks by the campfire?! Our toddlers do that job for us just fine! Over the years, we have found several items that help with RV insulation, plus darken the interior and dampen exterior noise.
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RV Insulation Products
Reflectix + VELCRO Tape
Reflectix is designed to provide insulation and inhibit/eliminate condensation. It is extremely helpful in our bunk area for our kids. Again, I love windows, but I really don’t want my kids waking up with the sun!
Installation is super easy. We chose to apply the VELCRO tape directly to the window as opposed to the walls surrounding the window. We did it this way just so the insulating material could be better hidden by blinds/curtains. After measuring the window, we cut the Reflectix to size. We applied the sticky side of the VELCRO to the Reflectix and removed the backing from the opposite side to put on the window. After applying gentle pressure, we carefully separated the two VELCRO strips so that firmer pressure could be applied to both. You can shift placements of strips if needed.
Depending on the size of your window, you may be able to just apply 2 strips (top/bottom or side/side) or a strip to each side. One disadvantage of applying to the window directly is being able to see the black strips on light colored windows from the exterior. On our tinted windows it is barely noticeable. Reflectix is a great RV insulation product, allowing for better temperature control.
LATCH.IT Door Cover
The easiest modification we did for RV Insulation and to help darken the interior was the LATCH.IT door/window cover. It fits most standard RV doors and provides you with total blackout and privacy.
To install, you simply swap out your camper’s door screws with the provided LATCH.IT screws into each corner of your door trim and BAM…DONE! You can snap it on/off in seconds if you want light during the day. No drilling necessary! Great addition!
RV Vent Insulators
Lastly, are simple RV ceiling vent insulators. They are a 14″x14″x2.75″ square that help to reflect the suns damaging rays and stop heat transfer. This equates to keeping heat in the winter and cool in the summer. I personally think they help to decrease noise and sunlight as well. The vent insulators firmly fit in the standard ceiling vents and match the color/texture of the ceiling, so they blend in nicely.
Also, I have read numerous people complain about light coming in from their shower skylight and have seen foam insulators for this area as another measure of RV insulation. Whether it is for light or just to help with RV insulation, these might be a good additional option. Don’t forget to remove when showering in my opinion :).
The combination of the above products and Henry’s Tropicool Roof Sealant (read about this product in our blog post here) have made our camper very comfortable even in the summer heat of the South and cold weather camping that we have done. These products are simple additions to make your camping life more pleasant. Please feel free to contact us with any comments or questions! Stay cozy, and happy camping!
