5 Ways To Insulate Your Shipping Container: Which Is The Best?
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- Insulating Shipping Containers: The Ultimate Guide Are you considering converting a shipping container into a livable space or workspace? If so, insulation is a crucial factor to consider. Welcome back to Container Guy, where we dive deep into the world of container conversions and today, we're tackling the ins and outs of insulation.
Disclaimer: Our top recommendation is steel stud framing on the inside of shipping containers, paired with 2 lb of closed-cell insulation. However, we encourage you to research and adapt your approach to suit your specific circumstances and local climate.
In this video, we'll explore various insulation options and share our insights on what works best for different scenarios. We'll go from the worst to the best, so you'll know exactly what to avoid and what to embrace.
Timestamps:
0:00 Disclaimer
0:28 Worst Type Of Insulation: Fiberglass
1:07 Mineral Wool Insulation
2:07 Insofast
4:19 Rigid Foam
4:52 Spray Foam
5:09 Flash + Batt Technique
5:40 Thanks For Watching
🔴 Fiberglass Insulation: Why You Should Stay Away 🔴
First on the list is fiberglass insulation. It might seem like a cost-effective option, but it comes with a host of issues, including moisture retention, mold, and poor thermal performance. Learn why we strongly advise against using fiberglass in your container project.
🔵 Mineral Wool Insulation: A Solid Choice? 🔵
Next up, we'll discuss mineral wool insulation. While it has some impressive qualities like moisture resistance and fire resistance, is it the best fit for shipping containers? Discover the pros and cons of this material and when it makes sense to use it.
🟡 Rigid Foam Insulation: Exploring the Options 🟡
Rigid foam insulation comes in various forms, but not all are created equal. We'll break down the differences between regular rigid foam and Insofast, shedding light on their challenges and benefits. Learn why these options may or may not be suitable for your container project.
🟣 The Flash and Bat Method: Our Favorite Insulation Technique 🟣
Last but not least, we'll reveal our favorite insulation method - the "Flash and Bat" technique. This innovative approach combines the strengths of spray foam and mineral wool to create a high-performance, energy-efficient insulation system. Find out why we consider this the gold standard for container conversions.
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Fully agree with the flash and batt method Another help to those in hot climates is White painted roofs As it does not absorb heat like darker colors
Great and informative information. And I appreciate how you got straight to the point. Thank you!
The Goat always dropping gems!!
Makin me blush 😂
Thanks for sharing this with me 😁👍
Love the videos.
I’m Zone 2, 100* for 6mo a year. It’s InsoFast outside clad in board & batten. Inside it’s 2.5” of closed cell spray foam, 1.5” air gap, then advanced framing wall with staggered studs and insulation. Goal is passive house standards, minimize heat gain, noise abatement. Each exterior container is double width, so losing a few inches is irrelevant.
Excellent video, lots of great information, how many vents are required for rock wool batting?
Great info, thanks for sharing. I live in the carribean and we get 11-13ft of rain per year and the climate is 75-88 degrees Farenheit all year-round. What do you recommend for my container framing and insulation? Steel or wood framing? Best insulation for jungle humid environment?
Hey man, thanks for the solid content. Just bought a beat up 40hc and I’m learning a lot. I have a question, I’m in south Florida and the heat is my only enemy, it never gets cold enough here to worry about. Have you ever tested radiant heat barrier with an air gap for heat differentials with and without?
Very informative. Have you tried insulating medical facility especially the ones needed lead insulation?
Hi,
I will be building a bunker and living container on top with 2 retired no cooling system,refrigerated containers .
40 ft any advice have you tried one ,any videos? Thanks
just wondering something...if you frame the container in wood or your steel system, which makes the container heavier?
What is your advice for insulating a container home in a hot and humid environment such as an island as Aruba in the Caribbean, where temperatures are between 25C to 35C degrees and lots of salt in the air?
Wow good
Curious on how the battens are installed. Are they screwed on or are the glued on to the container walls. Is that what the studd brackets are for?
Quick question will 2 inch of spray foam on a shipping container will give me a thermal barrier for the temps in Puerto Rico??
Can I still use fiberglass without vapor barrier and I’ll be ok ? In a hot climate country btw
What 2x4''s do you use inside.
on the double wide video u welded steel to the long side base
on the other video you say only to brace the corner please explain why
On the flash and bat method mentioned, what size studs would you use? Since it's 6 in of insulation, would you have to use 2x6s or could you get by with 2x4 somehow?
Excellent!!! Excellent !!!!😊
Both stud sizes work. With the Wood Stud Brackets, there's about 2" of room above the stud to fit the spray foam then jam batts in the stud cavity afterwards. I did this at my cabin in a 2x8 wall and it's been amazing.
I suggest a vapper barrier prior to any of the 5. What I was planning to use is a product called "super therm". It's a ceramic that can be applied on the exterior and interior. And if your intent is to build a home. And clad the exterior with other materials. This would be a great way to insulate.
Thanks for the great videos by the way!
I agree on the use of Super Therm. Used on the outside of the can, Super Therm will block the summer heat (it is ceramic based and sprays on like paint.) Used on the inside it will provide the vapor barrier. The manufacturer, Superior Coating Solutions has good products but little in the way of Canadian distribution.
I looked into it a long time ago and it was as expensive as 2" of spray foam and didn't provide any R-value. A good coat of Gloss White paint performs well at reflecting the heat away and is a fraction of the cost.
@@TheContainerGuyTV Agreed. Any type of paint-like wafer thin coating is a con because it provides virtually no R-value (despite what the manufacturer claims).
How much to do this to a 40ft container roof price only and then complete price. Boarded up and everything to make it a good r rating.
Can we insulate the container from outside?
Curious which video was the wood stud brackets one? I just got 2 containers and live in a hot dry climate so mods are in order for heat
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we can use Thermocol , Polystyrene
Is there a way to insulate the outside leaving as much room inside as possible?
Yes, there are plenty of examples out there using exterior cladding. You still have to be careful with moisture
I think this channel has a video showing how to do that.
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why use 2x4 on the ceiling if you spray foam?
Do you habe a video bats and mineral insulation procedure
I have dozens of videos saying how bad it is. We are working towards a method to safely use batts for mild / dry climates. If one wants to use them on the interior, you won't be left with much space. Better to use Exterior Studding Brackets (see other videos) and keep the mold risk outside of your occupancy space.
. Thank you for this video.
.2 questions..
1..what insullation system would you recommend for a wood dry Kiln? .. with moisture being a constant issue from the process of lumber drying?
2.. how can you be contacted? email or phone number..?.. I have already sent an email to the one listed for that covers all the locations you have in Canada on your website but I imagine with the volume you get it.. fell through the cracks.. I have a couple questions concerning the AC Infinity fans ..A.C. customer service has been unable to help.. but I'm thinking you probably will know... I understand you're very busy.. so the questions will be brief.
thanks
Probably best to buy an ex-reefer with the stainless steel interiors for a kiln. They'll already very well insulated.
Ask here or email video@thecontainerguy.ca
thank you
Just reference , what area of the country are you located ? I live in Mid Texas. Wondering what the differences would be compared to something like the Midwest
They are in Canada
To be clear, I am only talking about INTERIOR INSULATION in this post.
Climate plays a huge role in the building envelope.
Humid/Tropical climates require a similar envelope to Arctic climates. Spray foam is your only option in these climates.
Mild/Temperate climates are similar to Arid/Desert Climates. You can roll the dice in these climates and try and save costs and use other insulation methods.
Hopefully in the next year or so, I'll have example wall systems available for people to download on our website.
A cost comparison seems like a key factor that was missed. That's a big deal to most folks. Another key factor is the ability to DIY. I've looked for DIY spray foam kits and got sticker shock.
Tell us how to solve the mold problem in a naked container. Hot humid air during the day and cool at night equals condensation. Can we use an exhaust fan in the back of the container?
@@Jim-h9u wirly birds on the roof to vent, I put two on my naked cintainer to store my belongings while I travelled Australia for a year
Hey The Container Guy
I am using a container for a tool room and only want it to be Insulate outside.
The front will be a cement plate, and styrofoam on a wooden frame between that and the container.. Should i leave space to air between the metal and Insulate?
Any other adviser when I do it outside.
Thanks for a great channel
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There's a good video to watch about a very similar wall system. We also have our bunkhouse build that we'll showcase shortly that uses our exterior studding brackets and a similar wall system to what you're referencing.
Your best bet is to spray foam the outside so there is no air cavity anywhere between the steel container and the insulation.
@@TheContainerGuyTV Thanks for the answer ;-)
Foam are not a option, way to expensive here in Denmark. I was thinking to use mineral wool close to the metal, and a kind of thin asphalt cardboard as outer layer on the wood, and then the cement plates. Will I get any moisture problems inside that, and do I need some air vent in the wall.? The inside of the container will be only the metal, and will be heated in the winter.
We used mineral wool in this build so there's a lot of ideas in here! We figure we definitely need a breathable space in between the container and insulation. Hopefully it helps answer your questions. czcams.com/video/EnG8MxD9W6s/video.html - Video Team
I'm in Vegas. You only have time to walk in and walk out of a 40 ft container before passing out. The temp gets up to 140 degrees, inside the container. What kind of insulation do you suggest?
To avoid the radiant heat gain in Vegas, paint the roof (or entire container) gloss white. We must acknowledge that insulation is not Air Conditioning. It only slows down the temperature swings from outside to inside.
If you plan to air condition the interior:
Similar to the cold, you'll want a high R-value wall system. A great system would be 1" or 2" of 2lb closed cell foam and 3.5" mineral wool batt in the stud cavity. Same as I suggest at the end of the video. This will give your air conditioning a fighting chance to keep up in the heat of summer.
I've seen people build a second shed style roof to stop direct sunlight.
Painting the exterior white will remarkably suppress solar heating. That plus most any insulation will make AC effective.
Why not spray foam the outside which blocks the hot sun from heating up the cold morning metal? You don't loose any inside space. I have been moisture dripped upon by inside spray foam in a container, more than once. And I have also been warm in a steel quonset hut that had about 4" of foam on the outside. ?
You would lose the benefit of a steel exterior as far as wear-and-tear are concerned, but it has been done plenty of times.
Check our videos on Exterior Studding Brackets. We'll dive back into this topic shortly once we're moved into our new shop.
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You will spend additional money to cover the foam since it will be exposed to the elements. A few inches can be saved by sealing the inside with 1 inch foam then use another type of insulation an minimal studs size 2 x1 vs 2x4 since no internal structure is necessary.
Camp Casey?
He never said you couldn't
Hi @TheContainerGuyTV
I’d like to build with a number of containers.
1 - How can I best insulate from the outside, to avoid rust, moisture and the container heating up?
2 - Is it possible to double the width by joining two containers, or does this entirely remove the structural integrity?
Thanks!
Hi Tammara.
I encourage you to scroll through the videos on our channel. There are a lot of good lessons there on structural connections.
The exterior insulation is best with exterior studding brackets, stud with 2x6, spray foam 2" of closed cell foam, then pack the rest of the stud cavity with mineral wool insulation.
Use Zip sheathing with taped seams, vertically strap with 1x4, then install your siding.
It should be a consideration that spray foam is highly flammable
Personally I use rockwool inside and out and yes clad the outside as well
The idea of a fire taking hold in a tin can is not a chance I will take
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If using the container solely for storage in zone 3, how well would steel studs with mineral rock insulation work?
What are your recommendations for insulating a quad side door 40' for storage, especially all 5 doors economically?
"Cementicious"
Once you put studs and all that insulation on the inside you barely have enough room left inside for living space.
Better would be studs on the outside, with insulation between them, and then skin the whole thing with plywood and a roof. But now you've built a shed...
He already has kits for external framing.
This vid is only about internal framing.
No one should he living in a single shipping container that isn’t pushed out at a minimum. A double container is ideal. Bedroom/living room spaces should have one wall pushed out 3’-4’ on site. The cutout panel can be welded back on after the steel frame has been extended. Scraps from other parts of the build can be used for the sides of the push out. It would make the living spaces liveable.
See this video, 2min mark. This should be WAY more common in the shipping container home world. czcams.com/video/B3JVUbhA4Bo/video.htmlsi=vAK_EQawCIhXLibp
I have heard that spray foam is toxic. It’s fine for storage buildings but you don’t want to live in there and breathing that air all day.
Putting studs all over the inside totally defeats the advantage of a shipping container.
spray foaming is toxic
False
can you do more in-depth video on insulating with rockwool does it need ventilation ?
Your lucky day
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@@TheContainerGuyTV amazing thank you!
space paint developed by nasa, graphs show results on metal usbc r-39 in one coat
I’ve never heard of it. Where can you get it?
you are special most are ad hominem, super therm is one company
why use 2x4 on the ceiling if you spray foam?