Are you interested in living in a tiny house, looking to live sustainably, or trying to solve a temporary housing or other space problem in Los Angeles, CA? If so, a shipping container transformation project might be the answer. To frame and insulate the structure, buy InSoFast shipping container insulation panels.
Why Choose InSoFast Insulation?
InSoFast insulation products, composed of closed-cell, injection-molded EPS foam, are a revolutionary combination of insulating power, DIY-friendliness, and features that accommodate other construction processes. For shipping container projects, choose among three series of InSoFast insulation products.
Option One: InSoFast CX 44 Shipping Container Insulation Panels
The CX Shipping Container Panel from InSoFast fits perfectly against most container side walls. The CX 44 insulation panel is 44x24x2 inches with a thin profile that leaves plenty of usable space and embedded studs to serve as a strong, quality frame for the structure. The panels need to go in horizontally so that the embedded studs rest vertically every 11 inches against the corrugated ribs of the structure.
Option Two: InSoFast InSerts Paired with UX 2.0 or EXi 2.5 Interior Panels
A shipping container can also be insulated by filling the empty columns created by the corrugation with sleeves of EPS foam, InSoFast InSerts. The surface left is flush and ready to be covered by your choice of interior panels. We offer both a UX 2.0 series or an EXi 2.5 panel series for your use. This system works for side, ceiling, and end walls of the shipping container.
Option Three: CX LowPro Studs with InSoFast Inserts and a Rigid Foam Board Layer
The final option for insulating a shipping container is less expensive to ship because, instead of packaging the entire bulky panel, it includes the EPS embedded studs for you to apply directly on the corrugation. Accompanying these studs should be our InSerts filling the corrugated spaces and the rigid foam board of your choice to finish off the system. While this option is more economical, it doesn’t include raceways for running services like electricity or networking cables. If you plan to run services, stick to the CX 44 panel.
The Power of InSoFast Products to Insulate and Frame
Shipping containers are made of metal and are rather small when you think of using them as a home, office, or classroom. The conventional method of framing and insulating will include a wooden frame and fiberglass insulation, but it would lead to problems with mold, mildew, rot, and corrosion. Instead, the InSoFast panels will prevent water from sticking around so that mold can’t form, and they include a non-conductive frame to make the bulky wooden frame unnecessary.
All of the InSoFast insulation options are easily installed. You’ll need the chosen InSoFast products along with a caulking gun loaded with Loctite PL Premium 3X Stronger Construction Adhesive, a utility knife, a saw of your choice, and a can of spray foam insulation.
We’re happy to offer shipping container insulation kits for either 20’ or 40’ container with either standard 8’ or high cub 9’ ceilings. You can also request customized kits to be prepared, and we’re happy to oblige.
To buy InSoFast shipping container insulation panels for your Los Angeles, CA, project, call us at (888) 501-7899 or visit our website, insofast.com. We provide plenty of options, superior quality insulation, and incredible resources for both ideas and instruction.
