Although there is an extra step in lining the van with plywood first in the long run i think it gives a cleaner finished product.
Camper van roof lining.
You can achieve a better level of insulation in the van by batoning out the shell fitting thicker insulation in the van and then plying over the insulation.
Installing the van s automotive carpet lining step 1 we began the job by taking off the black weather stripping that runs along the edge of the opening.
This is a professional 7mm sound and heat insulation material for a quieter and warmer van camper van or motorhome.
Cutting the roof panels ply lining the camper van interior checking the plywood fit before fixing.
30m x 2m 60sqm high stretch campervan wall and ceiling lining carpets the lining carpet is 4mm thick and 2m in width.
This would allow us to trim the upholstery to size in place and not worry too much about how that cut looks.
Many camper conversions add a vapour barrier over the top of the insulation and before lining the walls and ceiling.
We then fit new plywood panels throughout including a one piece ply roof lining with soft white leds and a switch mounted just by the sliding door for easy access.
The 7mm liner is a thermal equivalent to 100mm of glass wool.
There are other advantages to the fully ply lined van also.