The purpose of insulation is to slow the transfer of heat in and out of the vehicle. I saw a video of some van dwellers who lived in Canada and only sprayed Lizard skin for insulation. b.o.c. 175 Likes, 12 Comments - KatherineAnn (@rin_in_nature) on Instagram: “ESF class of 2020 I just graduated from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry with a…” It’s a 2016 crew with a bench seat. 2 quick questions: if you were to have used both their insulating and sound deadening product how would you apply i.e. It is definitely more comfortable. I just purchased a 2019 cargo 170. They can't stand to stay in an area that smells like Lizard Defense spray.but sometimes if food is there they can deal with it long enough to eat so make sure their buffet is long gone. A sprayed-in, closed cell material. (I remember seeing it in the FAQ but don’t recall exactly what it said.). one of the other and if so which first, or as you did insulation on roof and wall above windows and perhaps sound proofing on the lower and floor. Hi. I see that the Thinsulate video is #2, but I can’t seem to find a #1.  Keep in mind, this helps. If the Lizard Skin breaks away, you now have an unprotected area that could rust. -Ken, Hello Ken, I hope that helps! Jeeps and other 4×4’s typically require just 2 gallons of each the LizardSkin-CI and LizardSkin-SC. I’m starting my conversion now. Thank you for your video series! Both worked equally well.  (Are cucumbers cool?) LIZARD CONTROL ^. Thanks so much for this amazing resource. I know it’ll help some with sound but I’m trying to quantify & measure what the actual result will be. The only reason I didn’t spray down low is I had existing cabinetry in the way. The pestkiller Says: September 14th, 2016 at 10:09 pm There’s a bug spray thats available at kmart. or would the dark color absorb more heat and negate reduced heat transfer benefits? I never really thought much about its ability to maintain heat in the winter but on a past coastal camping trip a friend pointed out one morning that there was condensation on the sides of the van, EXCEPT for the lower walls. Thinsulate has sound deadening properties but you could also add some closed cell foam within the walls as it’s relatively inexpensive and light. Also, I value sound dampening just as much, if not more than insulation. Lizard Skin is water based and can be cleaned up with relative ease before it dries. See more ideas about painting concrete, concrete, concrete floors.  60-feet is recommended for the 170 Sprinter and 70-feet for the 170-Extended Sprinter. Lizard Shield Herbal Lizard Repellent Spray 250 M.L. A full-time writer since 2007, Axl J. Amistaadt is a DMS 2013 Outstanding Contributor Award recipient.  (Are cucumbers cool?) Just wondering if you know that Lizard Skin is environmental safe or not. Repellents Garlic NaturalCide Lizard Repel, Lizard and Animal Repellent, Safe and Effective Defense Solution, Easy-to-Use Spray, Lizard Blocker (24 Fl Oz) 3.7 out of 5 stars 4. Sorry! Læs nyheder fra Presse her I am not sure if that is due to the cold temperatures not letting it set up right or the fact that I did not “scuff up” the paint first (too impatient also). Polyurethane is pH neutral. Smart B. Â, The best way we can describe it is to say it helps panels sound less “tinny.” That said, you don’t have to use a ton of it.  Generally 20-25% panel coverage is all you need. Â, For hard-to-reach areas, use a fish tape to help with insulation placement.  We used this method to feed insulation through the center of the overhead ribs.  We also used the fish tape in the enclosed space on either side of the windows.  Using the ceiling ribs as an example, we first fed the fish tape alone through the rib.  Now poke a hole in the black scrim of the insulation, hook it to the fish tape and pull it through.  We were told most use between 40 and 50 linear feet in a 144″ Sprinter. Spray directly on reptile, but not to excess (runoff). Hi Erik, I appreciate the kind words. Unless you live in an extreme climate, our recommendation is to not give the R-value of a product the full weight of consideration.  We believe there are other factors (in a van) that deserve equal or more weight when making a choice. Â, The first and most important factor to consider, in our opinion, is to consider how well the insulation resists moisture. Prolonged, reoccurring condensation causes mold and rust, as you’ve mentioned. In other words, don’t apply the oil while inside your home because once it knows its loose, it will run! I’m working hard on adding additional content. Had I started with a bare cargo van I would have sprayed most everything. Deny atmospheric contact, and thus moisture, with the metal.  If you find the information on this website helpful, you may use our various links when you are ready to make purchases.  As Amazon Associates we will make earnings from qualifying purchases, however it costs you nothing to use them. To keep it looking fresh, just give dying or dry branches a snip.”