How to Install the EcoTec Van Conversion Insulation Kit

This guide demonstrates how you can insulate a campervan. This is commonly installed by those who wish to convert their camper van, as it keeps your van at a more ambient temperature all year round. It also reduces the risk of condensation, which can cause rust.

If you want to convert your van so that you can enjoy the space in the peak of winter and summer, you've come to the right place. Our EcoTec Van Conversion Insulation Kit prevents extreme fluctuations in internal temperature, massively improving comfort.

Specifically, in winter the EcoTec Van Conversion material will reflect warmth back in and cold away. Likewise, in summer, excess heat will be reflected away.

Clean the Inside of the Van

First, it is essential that you ensure the walls, roof, and floor inside your van are dry, clean, and free of grease or dust. This is important, as this is the surface the material will secure to — dust and dirt can impact the bond.

Measure and Cut

Measure how much material you require for one of your walls and cut the first piece to size.

The easiest way to cut this is with our multifoil insulation scissors.

Apply the Double Sided Tape

Once you have cut the True Aluminium Foil insulation to size, apply the double-sided tape at regular intervals.

Peel the Backing and Put in Place

Remove the top layer of the ThermaSeal double-sided tape and install your first layer.

We advise doing this just before you install, so there's no window of time for dust to stick to the tape.

Insulate

Repeat this process until you have complete coverage inside your van.

We advise overlapping the layers by 50mm to ensure there's nowhere for air to pass.

Apply ThermaSeal Foil Joining Tape

Ensure all edges and joints are fully sealed with the silver ThermaSeal Foil Joining Tape. Not taping and sealing the product correctly can allow moisture to pass the membrane, allowing it to condensate.

Batten

Multifoils perform better with an air cavity on either side. We understand that in vans, where space is limited, you won't want to lose much of it — however, if you intend to board over the insulation, we advise installing 25mm battens prior to boarding, so the multifoil insulation can reflect and perform.

Disclaimer – Ecohome Insulation cannot be held responsible for any losses financially or physically from advice provided in this How-To-Guide.