Getting Van Life Insulation Right the First Time

Starting your build with the right van life insulation is probably the most important decision you'll make before you even think about where the bed goes. It's one of those "invisible" tasks that doesn't look like much on Instagram, but it's the difference between sleeping comfortably and waking up in a freezing, damp metal box. When you're living in a van, you're basically living inside a giant soda can, and metal is incredibly good at transferring heat. If it's hot outside, it's a furnace inside; if it's cold out, you're in a refrigerator. ...

May 24, 2026 · 7 min · Ballantyne Jefaza