tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2154511856319682113.post6913520225286958482..comments2023-05-14T20:49:36.700-07:00Comments on WanderMan: More Cool Tips - Thermal Insulation for Your Windows...It Works!The Wandermanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12111895389728923307noreply@blogger.comBlogger31125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2154511856319682113.post-36220208623873239752016-08-07T11:09:22.913-07:002016-08-07T11:09:22.913-07:00Chris,
This stuff is so inexpensive and easy to...Chris,<br /> This stuff is so inexpensive and easy to fit...I use it on all my windows. Keeps out heat and keeps in heat, depending upon the season. The only issue...it makes the interior feel much more "closed in" that it is with all the windows. Aero Cruisers have LOTS of glass area...unlike most newer RVs with tiny ones.<br /><br />Rich "The Wanderman"<br />The Wandermanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12111895389728923307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2154511856319682113.post-21836051725799102782016-08-07T10:38:06.825-07:002016-08-07T10:38:06.825-07:00Love this entry. I believe my Cruiser is already ...Love this entry. I believe my Cruiser is already fitted with Reflectix window covering, but if not now I know what to do. When I get there LOL. VtChrishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09765085576697900849noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2154511856319682113.post-33868553430044534832014-09-26T16:32:01.717-07:002014-09-26T16:32:01.717-07:00For what it's worth, the correct name is DUCK ...For what it's worth, the correct name is DUCK tape. It was invented as a waterproof tape to seal ammunition boxes, and took its name from the cotton duck backing cloth. Its later use on heating ducts led to the name DUCT tape. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2154511856319682113.post-22538473746853376812012-07-24T16:34:04.574-07:002012-07-24T16:34:04.574-07:00Matt,
Agreed, the duct tape works well and stands...Matt,<br /> Agreed, the duct tape works well and stands up to a lot of abuse. The "grabbiness" of it works well to keep the panel in place.<br /><br />Rich "The Wanderman"The Wandermanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12111895389728923307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2154511856319682113.post-15467959321436917692012-07-24T16:33:15.792-07:002012-07-24T16:33:15.792-07:00Matt,
I really prefer to sleep in the dark...lig...Matt,<br /> I really prefer to sleep in the dark...light leaks are a bummer. As a side benefit of the insulation it offers.<br /><br />Rich "The Wanderman"The Wandermanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12111895389728923307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2154511856319682113.post-16990665625136089692012-07-24T16:32:04.469-07:002012-07-24T16:32:04.469-07:00Matt,
If I ever Take my RV apart, I will do that...Matt,<br /> If I ever Take my RV apart, I will do that too :)<br /><br />Rich "The Wanderman"The Wandermanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12111895389728923307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2154511856319682113.post-48031542365730207972012-07-24T15:49:07.386-07:002012-07-24T15:49:07.386-07:00Did exactly that when I was insulated the tub of m...Did exactly that when I was insulated the tub of my camper (Though it was reflectix over the framing and 3/4" pink foam board) and around my fresh water tank.Big Matthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11972364897169819241noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2154511856319682113.post-61473580423305473292012-07-24T15:47:23.558-07:002012-07-24T15:47:23.558-07:00Done exactly this. Before I replaced the vent by ...Done exactly this. Before I replaced the vent by the dinette with a shurflo comfort breeze, I could put all the inserts in and make it as dark as a cave.Big Matthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11972364897169819241noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2154511856319682113.post-81465417968090829992012-07-24T15:45:37.578-07:002012-07-24T15:45:37.578-07:00I used duct tape for the grab it had to help keep ...I used duct tape for the grab it had to help keep the panels in the windows, and because it has some give to it for insertion that won't remain permanently crinkled afterwards.<br /><br />I used white Duct tape for the edges :).Big Matthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11972364897169819241noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2154511856319682113.post-51738593516962072232012-07-24T15:24:03.078-07:002012-07-24T15:24:03.078-07:00ronv,
That's a GREAT idea, I will be insulat...ronv,<br /> That's a GREAT idea, I will be insulating the INSIDES of my storage areas including the closet. <br /><br />Thanks!<br /><br />Rich "The Wanderman"The Wandermanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12111895389728923307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2154511856319682113.post-40563692267529603202012-07-24T11:20:38.241-07:002012-07-24T11:20:38.241-07:00I am in AZ in the middle of Summer and this has he...I am in AZ in the middle of Summer and this has helped. I also put it on the inside of my closet of the 5th wheel and it has reduced the heat coming through the thin walls.ronvhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08003897884492510900noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2154511856319682113.post-20424015742283861312012-07-23T15:47:19.174-07:002012-07-23T15:47:19.174-07:00Anon,
I use the "fan fold" style on my...Anon,<br /> I use the "fan fold" style on my front window. Works great and folds up easily for storage.<br /><br />Rich "The Wanderman"The Wandermanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12111895389728923307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2154511856319682113.post-2416997259108204652012-07-23T12:12:40.470-07:002012-07-23T12:12:40.470-07:00I have a motorhome and have big windows on the sid...I have a motorhome and have big windows on the side, so I use the same sun screen that I use on my windshield. It lets the light in and helps keeps my motorhome cool.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2154511856319682113.post-85692058665900570842012-07-22T16:56:31.030-07:002012-07-22T16:56:31.030-07:00Anon,
I haven't heard that at all. As everyt...Anon,<br /> I haven't heard that at all. As everything these days, you follow the instructions in the article at your own risk. I've had them on my windows for 3 years now with no ill effects.<br /><br />Rich "The Wanderman"The Wandermanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12111895389728923307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2154511856319682113.post-56258449650178437012012-07-22T16:16:42.607-07:002012-07-22T16:16:42.607-07:00I've read and have been told that using the re...I've read and have been told that using the reflextex on double pane windows will break the seal??Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2154511856319682113.post-18872027021051787452012-07-22T15:59:48.670-07:002012-07-22T15:59:48.670-07:00Anon,
Huh? I thought the article was pretty clea...Anon,<br /> Huh? I thought the article was pretty clear about that. They aren't "stuck" to the windows, they are press fit to the inside of the frame and hold on purely by pressure and friction. Easy as pie!<br /><br />Rich "The Wanderman"The Wandermanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12111895389728923307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2154511856319682113.post-36884866284590312262012-07-22T12:18:42.327-07:002012-07-22T12:18:42.327-07:00How do you stick the finished item to the window?How do you stick the finished item to the window?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2154511856319682113.post-65482013291123574032012-07-21T12:38:53.229-07:002012-07-21T12:38:53.229-07:00Blackfyre,
I couldn't agree more. This would...Blackfyre,<br /> I couldn't agree more. This would be (and in your case, is!) a wonderful addition to allow for interior temperature control.<br /><br />Shocking temperature changes can actually be quite dangerous for dogs. Good thinking! <br /><br />Rich "The Wanderman"The Wandermanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12111895389728923307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2154511856319682113.post-55998077156347646562012-07-21T12:25:55.540-07:002012-07-21T12:25:55.540-07:00I haul and show dogs around in the MH and so keepi...I haul and show dogs around in the MH and so keeping the rig cool is paramount to their health and safety in high temps. I cut out custom panels like these and actually have dual sided velcro because I do travel with them everywhere in the coach except of course my C's Cab .. it keeps the traveling temps low enough I can normally drive with just my cab AC on and few strategically placed fans around my bank of dog crates and I can often also keep from having to run my coach AC once parked if I keep the roof vents open but have a shaded airflow cover I made out of garden shade fabric .. This allows my Fantastic fans to run as normal but not add more sunlight inside. That with a few box fans all all windows covered including my cab windows, with the refletix and I have noticed very comfortable temperatures with out having to run the AC. That way when the dogs go outside to show in the heat where there is no AC they are better able to handle it :)-<br /><br />The other bonus is this works to keep my interior warmer during our wet, cold fall/winter/springs in the NW :)BlackFyre Media Workshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02844320655914939612noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2154511856319682113.post-33249152097360478312012-07-21T10:19:19.476-07:002012-07-21T10:19:19.476-07:00Anon,
To each his own.... The real benefit is the...Anon,<br /> To each his own.... The real benefit is the reflectivity to heat and light (UV especially) If you have a look you like. Go with it! :)<br /><br />Rich "The Wanderman"The Wandermanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12111895389728923307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2154511856319682113.post-26120186941015878232012-07-21T10:16:39.158-07:002012-07-21T10:16:39.158-07:00I have these for all my windows. I've use the ...I have these for all my windows. I've use the same pieces for many years and I didn't tape the edges. <br /><br />I don't like the look of the silver, so I pull the shades down over them. On the one window where I don't want the shade down, I covered the piece with contact paper.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2154511856319682113.post-77229774295419199572012-07-21T08:14:56.120-07:002012-07-21T08:14:56.120-07:00Anon,
When I worked nights I would have given a ...Anon,<br /> When I worked nights I would have given a lot to be able to sleep properly during the day. This stuff would have been perfect!<br /><br />Rich "The Wanderman"The Wandermanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12111895389728923307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2154511856319682113.post-39726497703781788642012-07-21T08:06:20.348-07:002012-07-21T08:06:20.348-07:00I work night shift and we have placed these reflec...I work night shift and we have placed these reflector sheets in our windows for years. In fact they last forever plus they keep our bedroom nice and dark during the day so I can sleep.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2154511856319682113.post-17285838855881695412012-07-21T07:49:12.577-07:002012-07-21T07:49:12.577-07:00Norman,
Bad idea, using reflectix while driving...Norman,<br /> Bad idea, using reflectix while driving! Kind of obscures the view a little. ;)<br /><br />I like the duct tape, it's cheaper, it will conform easily to curves and ads a bit of "grippy-ness" to the edges. It can also be removed and re-done if needed. I prefer to buy the reflectix in rolls wide enough to cover the window from top to bottom and then simply unroll enough for the length. This way you do not have to deal with seams at all.<br /><br />Rich "The Wanderman"The Wandermanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12111895389728923307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2154511856319682113.post-63440749528613158832012-07-21T07:45:32.491-07:002012-07-21T07:45:32.491-07:00Matt.
I've been using REFLECTIX for years espe...Matt.<br />I've been using REFLECTIX for years especially for storing our RV even though we covered it. I agree, it works great at all times (except while driving). Instead of duct tape I recommend using silver aluminum tape to seal the edges and to join two pieces maximizing use of REFLECTIX pieces. Aluminum tape looks and works better, last forever, provides the same reflectivity as REFLECTIX and can be purchased without the red print on the exterior.<br />NormNormanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14514093407352680021noreply@blogger.com