Properly insulating a house is an indispensable step in the construction process, in order to make it comfortable, habitable and efficient. Being able to effectively insulate a steel container to make it a comfortable home could be a little more complex.
Steps
Step 1. Consider the different insulation options applicable to your container home
Here are some options:
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Spray insulation (polyurethane foam).
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Insulating fabric.
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An ecological insulating material, such as egg cartons, etc.
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Step 2. Don't use traditional methods if you don't want to run into corrosion or condensation problems
Most of the houses are internally insulated using wool or fiberglass. If you intend to replicate the method to a steel container, you could cause corrosion of the internal walls or the creation of excessive condensation caused by simple breathing of the occupants or by water vapor.
Step 3. Look for a spray sealer
Polyurethane foam used in combination with a thermal insulating paint is the best solution. The paint will be applied to the outer walls of the container, while the polyurethane foam will be applied to the inside.
The paint is composed of a special gas that contains very small bubbles which give it a high thermal efficiency. The polyurethane foam is available with an 'open cell' or 'closed cell' structure. The difference is found in the density, in the robustness, in the impermeability, in the thermal resistance and obviously in the price
Advice
To install the insulation and plasterboard walls inside a 6 meter container, 2 full days of work by a team of two people are required
Warnings
- Make sure the inside of the container is adequately ventilated.
- Protect your respiratory system using a mask, and your eyes using special protective goggles.
- Hydrate yourself with the right amount of water. Inside a container, the temperature can be very hot.
- Be prepared to get a little dirty.
