Mold and rust prevention in the Southeastern US. Greetings…
0 reactions
Mold and rust prevention in the Southeastern US.
Greetings all! I am working on a new build for full time living. I’ve spent the past two years in a Jeep Grand Cherokee and I am currently in the early stages of building out a Ford E150. I live in Georgia and am paranoid as all hell about moisture build up, so I am looking for any insight into how best to do or not do insulation. Here are my thoughts as of now given what research I’ve done. I should note that space, both vertical and horizontal, is much more important to me than temperature control. Like I said, I’ve been doing this for years already and know what I’m getting into as far as the climate.
• for the floor, which I did have to treat for minor rust already, I want zero insulation. Wood on metal with some sound seasoning thrown in for good measure, but no other barrier. I’m hoping that a floating floor on the high points with the gaps between remaining open will minimize any moisture buildup on the floor.
• foam board insulation in the large open areas of the walls and ceiling. Plywood attached directly to the structural beams, again just wood on metal. Walls built in such a way as to allow plenty of airflow.
• possibly closed cell foam tape between the metal and wood to help with squeaking.
Is this a good idea or am I setting myself up for failure here? I’m learning everything as I go.
#lifestyle
source
Greetings all! I am working on a new build for full time living. I’ve spent the past two years in a Jeep Grand Cherokee and I am currently in the early stages of building out a Ford E150. I live in Georgia and am paranoid as all hell about moisture build up, so I am looking for any insight into how best to do or not do insulation. Here are my thoughts as of now given what research I’ve done. I should note that space, both vertical and horizontal, is much more important to me than temperature control. Like I said, I’ve been doing this for years already and know what I’m getting into as far as the climate.
• for the floor, which I did have to treat for minor rust already, I want zero insulation. Wood on metal with some sound seasoning thrown in for good measure, but no other barrier. I’m hoping that a floating floor on the high points with the gaps between remaining open will minimize any moisture buildup on the floor.
• foam board insulation in the large open areas of the walls and ceiling. Plywood attached directly to the structural beams, again just wood on metal. Walls built in such a way as to allow plenty of airflow.
• possibly closed cell foam tape between the metal and wood to help with squeaking.
Is this a good idea or am I setting myself up for failure here? I’m learning everything as I go.
#lifestyle
source
| 1,000 mlx | |
| 3 | |
| 0 |