The Lea's Posted February 9, 2016 Report Share Posted February 9, 2016 Hi EVERYONE. WE FINALLY PURCHASED OUR PROJECT B0AT. WE WERE JUST WONDERING WHAT THICKNESS OF INSULATION IS NORMALLY REQUIRED USING INSULATION SLABS. ALSO DOES ANYONE KNOW THE BEST PLACES TO BUY THINGS LIKE SECOND HAND WINDOWS(PORTHOLES.) WE ARE IN THE CHESHIRE AREA. ANY HELP AND ADVICE WOULD BE MOST GRATEFULLY RECEIVED. THANK YOU Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delta9 Posted February 9, 2016 Report Share Posted February 9, 2016 PLEASE TYPE LOUDER, I AM DEAF IN ONE EYE 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Athy Posted February 9, 2016 Report Share Posted February 9, 2016 PLEASE TYPE LOUDER, I AM DEAF IN ONE EYE WOT? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Lea's Posted February 9, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 9, 2016 I hope this is more acceptable Delta9. Hi everyone We finally purchase our project boat. We were just wondering what thickness of insulation is normally required using insulation slabs. Also does anyone know the best places to buy things like second hand windows (portholes). We are in the Cheshire are. Any help and advice would be most gratefully received. Thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Athy Posted February 9, 2016 Report Share Posted February 9, 2016 Well done on buying your boat, and thank you for the more readable type face! I'm sure that you'll now get some sensible answers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Lea's Posted February 9, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 9, 2016 Many thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Mack Posted February 9, 2016 Report Share Posted February 9, 2016 Also does anyone know the best places to buy things like second hand windows (portholes). Ebay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WotEver Posted February 9, 2016 Report Share Posted February 9, 2016 We were just wondering what thickness of insulation is normally required using insulation slabs. 25mm or thicker seems to be the way to go. Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Lea's Posted February 9, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 9, 2016 thank you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John V Posted February 9, 2016 Report Share Posted February 9, 2016 My only thoughts on insulation .......use the thickest that you can accommodate sensibly and make sure everything is insulated including frames. The more attention you pay to careful insulation and sealing tightly to prevent condensation the more comfortable home you will end up living in. good luck cheers John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Lea's Posted February 9, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 9, 2016 Hi John, Many thanks for that. Much appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WotEver Posted February 9, 2016 Report Share Posted February 9, 2016 Spray foam from a disposable can (there are many available) is a great way of getting into the nooks and crannies to do as John suggests. Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chewbacka Posted February 9, 2016 Report Share Posted February 9, 2016 You can get the interior spray foamed. It is warn in winter and cool in summer, but not a DIY job, though they will come to you. I have it and am pleased. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WotEver Posted February 9, 2016 Report Share Posted February 9, 2016 You can get the interior spray foamed. It is warn in winter and cool in summer, but not a DIY job, though they will come to you. I have it and am pleased. I assumed that OP knew that but your post demonstrated to me that I shouldn't make assumptions Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chewbacka Posted February 9, 2016 Report Share Posted February 9, 2016 (edited) I assumed that OP knew that but your post demonstrated to me that I shouldn't make assumptions Your assumption was probably correct, but if not it would be a shame if he did not consider the option. Added If you do use the can stuff to fill in the gaps, it costs more but I only ever use the pink fire retardant stuff. The cheaper yellow stuff burns quickly and gives of toxic fumes. Edited February 9, 2016 by Chewbacka Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RLWP Posted February 9, 2016 Report Share Posted February 9, 2016 If you do use the can stuff to fill in the gaps, it costs more but I only ever use the pink fire retardant stuff. The cheaper yellow stuff burns quickly and gives of toxic fumes. From memory, it's nicer to work with too Richard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mick55 Posted February 9, 2016 Report Share Posted February 9, 2016 Hi Lea,s Give Richard Darby a ring on 07796318682,he will Sprayfoam your boat to a high standard with minimal cutting back,used him loads of times and found his price and work very good indeed,he is quite local for a Cheshire location. Good Luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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