Insulating window for winter
I was going to use the thin reflective insulation that comes in rolls to put over my windows for insulation. I do have a de-humidifier but someone brought up the fact that I would still get condensat...
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carl2591 wrote:
does anyone make a clearish material like the Reflectix stuff everyone is using. I like the Reflectix stuff on windows to keep heat and sun out but they block the view when in a window.
There are threads about DIY Lexan or polycarbonate interior storm windows. Factory optional on Streamline, Avion and Silver Streak in years past, and obviously great with jalousie windows. Rarely ordered, unfortunately. But the threads about DIY on this forum replicate much of what those factory's did. Storage of Same is the other puzzle piece.
Airstream may not have, I don't know. The older units had curved interior walls that would have made this difficult. Hard plastic would still be best.
I use Reflectix on most but not all windows. Depends on heat load from sun in summer, and degree of cold in winter. There are several windows I don't cover at all for natural light. I use day/night shades on most windows and the three of the five lounge and kitchen windows are "open". Same for bath, open. I close off the rear bedroom entirely.
Attention to roof openings, and door weatherstrip really pays off.
So, Reflectix in main, and choices about where I am when awake makes it easier. I suppose I could try these clear film kits for those several windows "open" and see a benefit as reported by others.
Hard interior storm windows will do the best job.
