In your bilge areas on metal fittings a very thin coat of water wash resistant grease will prevent condensation. I've used many times on submarines under the polar icecap. It really works.
I did this too, 20 years ago. The contact cement i used failed in the high humidity after 1 year, since there are always some small air pockets. Henry's waterproof cement for gluing carpet to cement floors has held for decades now.
Do you need to add the foam above the water line? I just started to notice this in my boat below the water line. If I line the Hull with foam, will that fix (prevent) the issue? I also live in the Great Lakes so cold weather is a way of life here.... thanks
@@jerm73 well, I did. Above the waterline, and ceiling too. A dry boat is super high on my list. Some help with hot & cold climates, but the zero condensation was 90% of the goal. Just an 1/8 conformal foam sheet was good enough for the ceiling. Can't find that stuff anymore, Defender had it and it could conform around compound curves.
That cement has to be applied to both sides and it needs to completely dry before attaching. Most people like them, just glue one side and attach right away. won't last much.
I've got 1" EVA foam and did not notice much sound dampening. But it definitely turned my v-berth into a warmer cocoon. I used to roll over when I was asleep and be shocked awake when some part of me touched the inner hull because it was below freezing. I have not actually adhered by insulation to the hull yet though.
We put little 12 v computer fans in the cabinets that circulate the air. The warm air put out by the refrigerator and the inverter is now blown in the cabinet lockers to keep them dry. It also blows into the wet locker to help dry the clothes. The fans cycle on and off with a temperature sensor Total draw with all fans running is 1-2 amps, but they cycle on and off so draw is very low
These guys continue to amaze.... never, ever giving credit to the people who have and continue to be on boats way before they were born.... that foam will absorb water, smell bad and turn into a huge mess of dead weight and soggy, stuck crap....
@@saylaveenadmearedead but do you have a better solution though? Many of us are here to follow good ideas or share better ones. All experience is welcome.
As a red seal insulator, that is called closed cell insulation it is good for cold and warm temperatures it’s great for moisture barrier are use it on commercial chillers and hot water lines.Dan drop me a line if you need insulation help
I'm so impressed off all your projects, yet you are so productive in making videos. How can you find time to both sail while frequently upload videos and at the same time do all this projects. Respect! Fair winds sailing Uma
I think you'll find that the boat does stay more 'temperate' - warmer in cold weather and cooler in hot weather. I just love seeing how this boat has transformed over the years.
Once again your ingenuity comes through, making this insulation project come off perfectly! Hopefully this will keep you kids comfy and cozy during the upcoming cooler climate travels. Of course you could always use that tried and true method of staying warm by serious "pants down" cuddling!!!
I hope this is not an issue but as architects you both know about interstitial condensation and the need for a vapour barrier to prevent condensation forming inside the EVA material. Perhaps EVA is inherently vapour proof but I wonder about the joints between tiles. It may be possible to paint on a vapour barrier and allow some of the paint/sealant to penetrate the joints. Just a thought. Mike
We are all armchair experts while Dan and Kika are living the dream... Noting SoloSailor’s comment below it would be worth doing something to protect the contact adhesive from being affected by damp which could arise from moisture in the boat air penetrating the insulation until it finds the temperature at which it will condense/ the dew-point is reached. I don’t know if it is available in Nova Scotia but in the U.K. we use adhesive aluminium tape to seal between aluminium faced insulation boards. The trick with the EVA mats would be to find something that would adhere to the textured face. I think a liquid applied sealant might be the best solution, worked into the joints and around the edges. Perhaps there is a solvent glue that would partially melt the EVA along the joints and edges.
Brilliant material find. Thanks. Our boat is fully lined with vinyl over polyurethane foam, but the foam degrades and then the vinyl starts to pull away. Its not a big problem yet, but changing to polyethylene foam is a smart choice, and gym foam mats is an awesome practical choice. My little material feedback is to suggest finding in home depot a glue called gorilla glue. Buy some and try it.
Great idea to a common problem. I like how you come up with a solution and if it does not work out then you figure out a way to make it better. Fair Winds Uma.
It works ok but it is time consuming and in the end doesn’t save that much more money. I recommend looking into the insulation they use in RVs and Camper vans (thats what we plan on trying next)
This channel is such a good and crafty tips-channel! I mean, I've allways known that i bit of frigolit (styrofoam?) isolates from ice when you stand on ice for a long time (like when watching outdoor hockey or fishing on a frozen lake), but to use it/similar product as isolation like that? Genious.
I absolutely love all of your videos God bless you both you guys are absolutely delicious as a copper I wish you nothing but happiness in your journey of life again I thank you for your videos I feel as though I am on the boat with you guys 🙏🏻🙏🏻
I've only just found your channel, but i love it. You have got a fan for life. One day ill be sailing, until then ill watch and learn from you guys. Hello from Belize!
I just love the teamwork and the creative solutions you come up with. Such as the thermal break insulation plus shelving with the privacy sliding panels. But the unison team work.. so good to see.
You must have visited a submarine lately. We had that stuff glued to the outer hull all around. Works great when you get further up north. I bet the mastic you used could have knocked a buzzard off a gut wagon, eh? Cheap high, hope you had some fans going. Keep up the great work.
You two kids are awesome ! As an accomplished DIYer, I frequently re-purposed materials materials for what I build only to get weird looks from hardware personnel. "Aaaah, sir, but it's not made for that use". I know, but that's what I want ! Well, ok sir but I warned you ! Yeah, sure, thanks. I'm 67 y.o. now and did it all my life. Kudos, inventive👍, lovely young persons. Love you two ! 😘
Reminds me of a Home Depot clerk who discouraged my choice of a galley faucet. "But that's a bar faucet", he reprimanded. "It seems to be a water faucet", I replied, and he had nothing left to say. Most of them are curious about outside-the-box projects, and will pass on what they've learned from other customers.
Here in Florida, I have condensation issues during the 'winter' months. I use tablets to absorb the moisture because my 29' hunter is small enough. I agree that a dehumidifier is a great asset if one has the spare power.
i used that same product in my Ford adventure van .... it did stop condensation on the inside of the metal body and as a bonus also cut way down on interior noise when it rains. You guys do great work !
To create a truly dead air space behind the insulation, make circles of the adhesive, to prevent air movement across the circle's edge. You might need to thicken the adhesive so it stands up. Press firmly in place, to seal the circle of adhesive to the insulation. The partial vacuum created helps to hold the piece in place.
Another use for the foam : If you have Planters facieitis , (Pain in the arch of your foot caused by fallen arches fractures). Place foam on floor where you might stand without shoes on. Some where like where you do dishes ,prepare food or maybe at the helm etc... The foam will support your weight and allow your arches to exercise and arch again while providing relief while strengthening the bones and muscles . The more time you stand and walk on it , the faster your arches will heal , but don't over do it at first . Listen to your feet . I have shared this with 6 others and it worked for all of them. Totally cured in 12 months. Some people spend $600 to have special forms made to put into special shoes that will only lessen the pain and not heal the arch so they need them forever.
Hello my dear friends, I am following you since the very first blog at the beginning you are a truly inspiration, I love you soooooo mutch 😍 I am curious to know how the isolation is working by now because as far as I know the best material is cork for condensation because it's breathing while isolating from humidity. I remember taking this pvc foam out from my previous boat discovering all humidity collect between the foam and the wall of the boat. I love you, Luca from Italy (Elba island) I hope to meet you one day BUON VENTO 💨
Thanks for this video! Was in doubt how to do this on my own sailboat. Cork rolls are difficult on the double curvature, foam is to flimsy, this is perfect! Was just about to order cork, will now order the tiles.
I’m wondering about mold behind the foam mats. Curious to see if this is a problem in the future and curious to know how it works out because I love the idea of using them.
With a proper application with spray adhesive there's no air gap between the foam and the hull, therefore nowhere for mold to grow. Only if there's a gap could you have problems
Between the Acetone and the glue fumes I bet that was a "wonderful" project 🤪🙃😁 . You two are such hard workers. I forgot to ask. Did you think about getting a HF radio for the big crossing? When everything else fails you know you'll always be able to communicate with HF radio. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Well - not quite, Tom. HF has its limitations. Especially in the polar regions, when solar storms create aurora and HF radio "black-out". I've experienced this several times while living i Greenland. Also low sunspot numbers (we are abt. the minimun in the present 11 yr cyclus) limit HF propagation on the short wave bands. Satellite systems like IRIDIUM, INMARSAT, EPIRP's, PLB's and the like sattelite gadgets are the norm nowadays (INMARSAT not reliable north of abt. N 66 degrees lat.). However, a sidebander is a good supplement for possible netting with other yachts/hams. It even looks nice in the nav-station panel :-)
Interested to see how well the Koozie idea has worked, as you have traveled through, the colder northern climates ? Would you have done anything differently ?
But will condensation form behind the insulation? (ok and the I saw you were gluing it, so I guess not)...... I love how you did the PVC....looks really neat
You didn't mention getting as high as a kite using contact adhesive inside a boat. Many years ago I used to work on Jaguar Yachts and we would apply a vinyl foam cloth to the inside of the hull. It made for a very "interesting" afternoon when doing the job. I once floated out of the foreword hatch.
Hi, I am very curious that whist this video is appr. year old...How has been the experience especially as you have been passing quite some time in colder climate... How is the isolation, condensation? any pro's/cons'?
The insulation actually looks really good. Hope it's long term effective. Has anyone on here tried sealed vacuum bags for longer term clothes storage? Damp, mold, compression, ease of clearing out and putting back etc.?? It would be good to get the benefit of other people's experience with "dry" storage or condensation protection tactics.
I haven't used vacuum seal bags because I only keep the clothes I'm actively wearing that season on the boat, but one thing I did to keep my clothing from picking up odors and moisture in my lockers is hanging them inside PVA garment bags like this: www.containerstore.com/s/closet/storage-hanging-bags/peva-frameless-suit-bag/12d?productId=11003976&theme=garment%20bags&pos=8 Most of the ones I found had a fabric material in the bottom, but as long as it is short enough that it doesn't tough the bottom of the locker, it still works great. They also catch clothes if they fall off the hangers and keep them from getting wet and gross in the bottom of the locker.. Some of them come with metal frames inside, but I just took them out because they are usually rectangular and don't fit. Easy to unzip and take clothes in and out of.
I did it already and is really functional!!! and very easy to do, no need big things just glue 🤙 But about the hot.... Well that's another thing...... 😂 if is too hot on sunny days things tend to go really hot 😂😂😂
@@BoatingEurope I didn't use glue I had the laminated wood between the hull and the wood I have some space, I just needed to fill with that isolation 😊⛵👍 and work very well 👍
I don't know how deep your bilge is, but it would seem like allowing condensation in an area that can drain to the bilge and get pumped overboard would be one way to dehumidify the boat. I remember an article in Sail mag that illustrated how someone put their refrigeration unit low so condensate from it could do just that i.e. act as a dehumidifier. That article was a long time ago and perhaps there is new thinking on that technique. It will be interesting to learn how your insulation holds up and performs.
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Very creative with the pvc and net storage!
In your bilge areas on metal fittings a very thin coat of water wash resistant grease will prevent condensation. I've used many times on submarines under the polar icecap. It really works.
Yep, been there done that
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That's my clever kids! 😁 You guys always come up with the best ideas!
I did this too, 20 years ago. The contact cement i used failed in the high humidity after 1 year, since there are always some small air pockets. Henry's waterproof cement for gluing carpet to cement floors has held for decades now.
Do you need to add the foam above the water line? I just started to notice this in my boat below the water line. If I line the Hull with foam, will that fix (prevent) the issue? I also live in the Great Lakes so cold weather is a way of life here.... thanks
@@jerm73 well, I did. Above the waterline, and ceiling too. A dry boat is super high on my list. Some help with hot & cold climates, but the zero condensation was 90% of the goal. Just an 1/8 conformal foam sheet was good enough for the ceiling. Can't find that stuff anymore, Defender had it and it could conform around compound curves.
That cement has to be applied to both sides and it needs to completely dry before attaching. Most people like them, just glue one side and attach right away. won't last much.
stuff like this is one more reason why I really, really like UMA vids!
The fumes from the contact adhesive are a bonus too... 🤩
Never a dull moment when contact adhesive is in use
I am impressed with the light weight and cost effective pvc cargo net solution.
Two of your greatest qualities, aside from being a great team, is you ingenuity and practicality. Congrats.
Cool. It will be interesting to know if the mats affect the acoustics or how sound travels around your boat like from wave impacts..
I've got 1" EVA foam and did not notice much sound dampening. But it definitely turned my v-berth into a warmer cocoon. I used to roll over when I was asleep and be shocked awake when some part of me touched the inner hull because it was below freezing. I have not actually adhered by insulation to the hull yet though.
We put little 12 v computer fans in the cabinets that circulate the air. The warm air put out by the refrigerator and the inverter is now blown in the cabinet lockers to keep them dry. It also blows into the wet locker to help dry the clothes. The fans cycle on and off with a temperature sensor Total draw with all fans running is 1-2 amps, but they cycle on and off so draw is very low
I like the fan idea that foam will smell like an old tennis shoe
@@dwdrummer50 unless somehow it has been improved, it will indeed smell. Used some once on my boat and never again
These guys continue to amaze.... never, ever giving credit to the people who have and continue to be on boats way before they were born.... that foam will absorb water, smell bad and turn into a huge mess of dead weight and soggy, stuck crap....
@@saylaveenadmearedead but do you have a better solution though? Many of us are here to follow good ideas or share better ones. All experience is welcome.
@@saylaveenadmearedead That foam appeared to be closed cell. Also, criticism without offering a better solution is not beneficial to anyone.
Only you two could make all that hard work look like so much fun!! 😆 I love your creativity and that you share it with us! Thanks!!
Amazing just Perfect! Now I know what should I do for my front cabin 🙌🏻🍀
As a red seal insulator, that is called closed cell insulation it is good for cold and warm temperatures it’s great for moisture barrier are use it on commercial chillers and hot water lines.Dan drop me a line if you need insulation help
Excellent cost effective (cheap) solution to the very real problem of condensation in a boat. Thanks - I might well do this.
Those DIY video are by far my favorite!
I would bet that the inside of the boat is much quieter too.
I love watching your ingenuity with the projects that you tackle. Great job!
Love that locker shelving of PVC tubing and the netting etc. Light, simple, orderly, stable, it breathes and inexpensive.......Pure genius !!!
Net/hammock storage is the best. Keeps things high and dry.
I wish I had two architects to design my home projects!
is not that hard to design anything thats practical but if you need any help my email on my about page on youtube
You two are the perfect team!
I'm so impressed off all your projects, yet you are so productive in making videos. How can you find time to both sail while frequently upload videos and at the same time do all this projects. Respect! Fair winds sailing Uma
I think you'll find that the boat does stay more 'temperate' - warmer in cold weather and cooler in hot weather. I just love seeing how this boat has transformed over the years.
Great job, guys. You'll probably benefit from a little less external water noise against the hull too.
Once again your ingenuity comes through, making this insulation project come off perfectly! Hopefully this will keep you kids comfy and cozy during the upcoming cooler climate travels. Of course you could always use that tried and true method of staying warm by serious "pants down" cuddling!!!
Down boy, down !!
JDan you re one hell of an innovater
Great idea to make shelving out of the pvc pipe, strong and lightweight.
These guys have set the bar in DIY boat solutions!
I just looooove your DIY videos. So inspiring :-) I hope everything stays dry(er) now.
Looks like Another good idea & job, Love the pvc shelves/racks...!! 👍✅
Love your projects. Never stop improving your DIY boat. I love that stuff and it is the reason why I always come back.
I hope this is not an issue but as architects you both know about interstitial condensation and the need for a vapour barrier to prevent condensation forming inside the EVA material. Perhaps EVA is inherently vapour proof but I wonder about the joints between tiles. It may be possible to paint on a vapour barrier and allow some of the paint/sealant to penetrate the joints. Just a thought. Mike
That is what I was wondering about too. It does not disappear...
We are all armchair experts while Dan and Kika are living the dream...
Noting SoloSailor’s comment below it would be worth doing something to protect the contact adhesive from being affected by damp which could arise from moisture in the boat air penetrating the insulation until it finds the temperature at which it will condense/ the dew-point is reached.
I don’t know if it is available in Nova Scotia but in the U.K. we use adhesive aluminium tape to seal between aluminium faced insulation boards. The trick with the EVA mats would be to find something that would adhere to the textured face. I think a liquid applied sealant might be the best solution, worked into the joints and around the edges. Perhaps there is a solvent glue that would partially melt the EVA along the joints and edges.
Brilliant material find. Thanks. Our boat is fully lined with vinyl over polyurethane foam, but the foam degrades and then the vinyl starts to pull away. Its not a big problem yet, but changing to polyethylene foam is a smart choice, and gym foam mats is an awesome practical choice. My little material feedback is to suggest finding in home depot a glue called gorilla glue. Buy some and try it.
What a wonderful couple, always Good spirits, always finding solutions, always working hard!🙏🍒
Both of you are very creative...That’s what makes your sail boat one of a kind....Beautiful work as usual.Both of you....😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊
Great idea to a common problem. I like how you come up with a solution and if it does not work out then you figure out a way to make it better. Fair Winds Uma.
You guys are so inspirational with boat renos - thats a cool idea!
Now that hey are re-building the interior. I wonder how they felt about this Insulation solution.
Thinking about doing something similar.
It works ok but it is time consuming and in the end doesn’t save that much more money. I recommend looking into the insulation they use in RVs and Camper vans (thats what we plan on trying next)
@@SailingUma Thanks for the reply!
Will for sure look into it. Hope you end up making a video on what you end up trying and why!
The contact cement link takes me to the foam tiles!
you two are not afraid to get dirty !!!! great job !!
Always rewarding to make improvements to your home that makes life more enjoyable. Great solution to an annoying problem . Thanks for sharing.
This channel is such a good and crafty tips-channel! I mean, I've allways known that i bit of frigolit (styrofoam?) isolates from ice when you stand on ice for a long time (like when watching outdoor hockey or fishing on a frozen lake), but to use it/similar product as isolation like that? Genious.
That storage area is amazing!
Sailing Uma: The Project Masters. :)
I absolutely love all of your videos God bless you both you guys are absolutely delicious as a copper I wish you nothing but happiness in your journey of life again I thank you for your videos I feel as though I am on the boat with you guys 🙏🏻🙏🏻
I've only just found your channel, but i love it. You have got a fan for life. One day ill be sailing, until then ill watch and learn from you guys. Hello from Belize!
I just love the teamwork and the creative solutions you come up with. Such as the thermal break insulation plus shelving with the privacy sliding panels. But the unison team work.. so good to see.
Another splendid DIY project
You must have visited a submarine lately. We had that stuff glued to the outer hull all around. Works great when you get further up north. I bet the mastic you used could have knocked a buzzard off a gut wagon, eh? Cheap high, hope you had some fans going. Keep up the great work.
You guys are so sharp. Love watching you.
You two kids are awesome ! As an accomplished DIYer, I frequently re-purposed materials materials for what I build only to get weird looks from hardware personnel. "Aaaah, sir, but it's not made for that use". I know, but that's what I want ! Well, ok sir but I warned you ! Yeah, sure, thanks. I'm 67 y.o. now and did it all my life. Kudos, inventive👍, lovely young persons. Love you two ! 😘
Reminds me of a Home Depot clerk who discouraged my choice of a galley faucet. "But that's a bar faucet", he reprimanded. "It seems to be a water faucet", I replied, and he had nothing left to say. Most of them are curious about outside-the-box projects, and will pass on what they've learned from other customers.
Great job you two. You have put a ton of work into that boat. Looks great and functional.
Have a boat on 60dg north. Dehumidifier is a must.
Doesn't the head act as a dehumidifier?
Here in Florida, I have condensation issues during the 'winter' months. I use tablets to absorb the moisture because my 29' hunter is small enough. I agree that a dehumidifier is a great asset if one has the spare power.
i used that same product in my Ford adventure van .... it did stop condensation on the inside of the metal body and as a bonus also cut way down on interior noise when it rains. You guys do great work !
Hello, how well did it work to insulate against the hot and cold ?
I was thinking these were floor tiles when I saw other shows. Neat use !
To create a truly dead air space behind the insulation, make circles of the adhesive, to prevent air movement across the circle's edge. You might need to thicken the adhesive so it stands up. Press firmly in place, to seal the circle of adhesive to the insulation. The partial vacuum created helps to hold the piece in place.
That insulation solution was genius!!!
Another use for the foam :
If you have Planters facieitis ,
(Pain in the arch of your foot caused by fallen arches fractures).
Place foam on floor where you might stand without shoes on.
Some where like where you do dishes ,prepare food or maybe at the helm etc...
The foam will support your weight and allow your arches to exercise and arch again while providing relief while strengthening the bones and muscles .
The more time you stand and walk on it , the faster your arches will heal , but don't over do it at first . Listen to your feet .
I have shared this with 6 others and it worked for all of them. Totally cured in 12 months.
Some people spend $600 to have special forms made to put into special shoes that will only lessen the pain and not heal the arch so they need them forever.
Pretty sweet idea for shelving
Ingenious solutions.
I might use the pvc and net shelving in the lazarette instead of just padeyes to tie the net to. Thanks for ongoing inspiration!
Great job. Love the netting shelves.
Good for winter and summer.
Hello my dear friends, I am following you since the very first blog at the beginning you are a truly inspiration, I love you soooooo mutch 😍 I am curious to know how the isolation is working by now because as far as I know the best material is cork for condensation because it's breathing while isolating from humidity. I remember taking this pvc foam out from my previous boat discovering all humidity collect between the foam and the wall of the boat. I love you, Luca from Italy (Elba island) I hope to meet you one day
BUON VENTO 💨
Good plan guys. We did the same when we were up there !
Thanks for this video! Was in doubt how to do this on my own sailboat. Cork rolls are difficult on the double curvature, foam is to flimsy, this is perfect! Was just about to order cork, will now order the tiles.
What a geat idea... thanks.
great cost effect ideal!!! and congratulation again on the engagement!!!
You are moving the dew point location in the wall. But you already know that from your mechanical design classes. Nice work.
So did it warm up the boat at all. An update would be awesome.
I’m wondering about mold behind the foam mats. Curious to see if this is a problem in the future and curious to know how it works out because I love the idea of using them.
Just checking in on this, how do you like the results now?
With a proper application with spray adhesive there's no air gap between the foam and the hull, therefore nowhere for mold to grow.
Only if there's a gap could you have problems
Great idea
I will be waiting to see how this works out. If this works I will have a new standard in my restorations.
The joy of a foam core boat. Only place I get condensation is over the engine where plywood was used.
You guys are so good! Love your channel!
Brilliant! You guys are my heroes! :)
This is a GREAT idea!!! Wondering how it is holding up long term?
Ingenuity at its best 👍
hi. Good idea, just wondered how flammable it all is? (also the link to the contact cement is actually a repeat of the link to the tiles.)
Awsome .your boat is so unique.
that stuff is great. I use that stuff on my 27ft boat. also great for the Vberth
Great idea you two - crossing the Atlantic should be alot more comfortable as well. Safe travels.
Between the Acetone and the glue fumes I bet that was a "wonderful" project 🤪🙃😁 .
You two are such hard workers. I forgot to ask. Did you think about getting a HF radio for the big crossing? When everything else fails you know you'll always be able to communicate with HF radio.
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Well - not quite, Tom. HF has its limitations. Especially in the polar regions, when solar storms create aurora and HF radio "black-out". I've experienced this several times while living i Greenland. Also low sunspot numbers (we are abt. the minimun in the present 11 yr cyclus) limit HF propagation on the short wave bands. Satellite systems like IRIDIUM, INMARSAT, EPIRP's, PLB's and the like sattelite gadgets are the norm nowadays (INMARSAT not reliable north of abt. N 66 degrees lat.). However, a sidebander is a good supplement for possible netting with other yachts/hams. It even looks nice in the nav-station panel :-)
That IS cool, well done you two.
Y'all are so cool
Brilliant! Have a good time.
Very clever idea!
Interested to see how well the Koozie idea has worked, as you have traveled through, the colder northern climates ? Would you have done anything differently ?
Good idea!
Congratulation!
But will condensation form behind the insulation? (ok and the I saw you were gluing it, so I guess not)...... I love how you did the PVC....looks really neat
Your boat is very interesting.
You didn't mention getting as high as a kite using contact adhesive inside a boat. Many years ago I used to work on Jaguar Yachts and we would apply a vinyl foam cloth to the inside of the hull. It made for a very "interesting" afternoon when doing the job. I once floated out of the foreword hatch.
Hi, I am very curious that whist this video is appr. year old...How has been the experience especially as you have been passing quite some time in colder climate... How is the isolation, condensation? any pro's/cons'?
Nice simple useful project anyone should be able to do
Nice work guys! Hugs
Flying high with that contact cement in an enclosed space.
Cool little project
The insulation actually looks really good. Hope it's long term effective.
Has anyone on here tried sealed vacuum bags for longer term clothes storage? Damp, mold, compression, ease of clearing out and putting back etc.?? It would be good to get the benefit of other people's experience with "dry" storage or condensation protection tactics.
I haven't used vacuum seal bags because I only keep the clothes I'm actively wearing that season on the boat, but one thing I did to keep my clothing from picking up odors and moisture in my lockers is hanging them inside PVA garment bags like this: www.containerstore.com/s/closet/storage-hanging-bags/peva-frameless-suit-bag/12d?productId=11003976&theme=garment%20bags&pos=8
Most of the ones I found had a fabric material in the bottom, but as long as it is short enough that it doesn't tough the bottom of the locker, it still works great. They also catch clothes if they fall off the hangers and keep them from getting wet and gross in the bottom of the locker.. Some of them come with metal frames inside, but I just took them out because they are usually rectangular and don't fit. Easy to unzip and take clothes in and out of.
I used sealed vacuum bags for seven months while living on my trawler. Works great...!
I did it already and is really functional!!! and very easy to do, no need big things just glue 🤙 But about the hot.... Well that's another thing...... 😂 if is too hot on sunny days things tend to go really hot 😂😂😂
What glue did you use?
@@BoatingEurope I didn't use glue I had the laminated wood between the hull and the wood I have some space, I just needed to fill with that isolation 😊⛵👍 and work very well 👍
I don't know how deep your bilge is, but it would seem like allowing condensation in an area that can drain to the bilge and get pumped overboard would be one way to dehumidify the boat. I remember an article in Sail mag that illustrated how someone put their refrigeration unit low so condensate from it could do just that i.e. act as a dehumidifier. That article was a long time ago and perhaps there is new thinking on that technique. It will be interesting to learn how your insulation holds up and performs.
kitty litter or floor absorb works wonders!
Thanks for the great idea.