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Sound Proofing

I do not know if I am completely sold on sound proofing a van, since we never drove a van without it to compare however we added it anyway.  Our van, which is a 2015 Mercedes Sprinter 170″ wheel base, did have some soundproofing from the manufacturer already and we added more Rattle Trap sound proofing to further deaden the sound.

Insulation

Insulation is a very hot topic in the van build community.  Everyone has a different opinion and you need to do your own research and determine what’s best for you.  

We used mineral wool insulation along with foam board, Reflectix and a little bit of spray foam.  For the floor, we used Reflectix, which I know may not be the best solution, but it’s better than nothing!  We also have a small layer of rubber between the plywood floor and the Reflectix.  

I would have loved to put an inch of foam board down on the floor but since I am 6’1″ I have very limited head space and I want to be able to stand straight up without bending my head.