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OregonMan
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Jun 08, 2022

Painting travel trailer white to reduce heat in summer?

Hi guys I've heard over the years that painting a building white can significantly reduce the heat absorption and energy bill of the building. Do you think this applies to travel trailers also? I was ...
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Skibane
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Jun 08, 2022
Typically, shade (i.e., a sunlight-blocker with an air gap behind it) is a lot more effective.

The air gap is important, because it prevents the portion of heat being absorbed by the shade from being transferred to the walls and roof of the RV.

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