you "may" end up with condensation sandwiched in between the two panes and may have to deal with perpetually fogged windows until repaired. The main dual pane con, IMHO: Due to the constant rattle'n'shake, they ARE suseptible to having their seals "cracked". Aluminum window frames kind of defeats the purpose you're trying to accomplish. With single or double pane, one thing often overlooked is the frame. you'll kick yourself for not waiting for doubles. If it is offered as an option or your wall construction is such that after-market double panes can be installed. They are very much worth the cost and wait. Curtain choices can impact condensation formation.ĬWR - To answer your question directly. Ventilation is also key (both in and out flow as appropriate for the climate and relative humidity). Areas of surface condensation are subject to the composition and insulation properties of the respective materials in your rig, humidity concentrations in various locations, temperature and amount of air flow.Ī dehumidifier is always a good idea. They do NOT, in any way "transfer" condensation to anywhere else in your rig. Not to mention prolonging the life of your heating and cooling appliances due to shorter durty cycles. I don't know who ever told you that or how you came to that conclusion, but they most absolutely DO help reduce condensation, help reduce cold and heat transfer/loss, reduce noise and help reduce energy consumption in a massive way. ![]() they don't reduce condensation they move it to some where less visible. If this is the case with Grand Designs, then dual pane windows won't really help all that much. In our current rig (Prowler), the construction is so poor that lots of air comes in through small gaps in the frames. We're thinking dual-pane windows are a must, but, curious if they're really worth it, because it would require us to special order a trailer rather than buying one off the lot. We're going to do our best to avoid cold weather, but will probably not fully succeed at complete avoidance, since we have ties to the mid-atlantic region and will be in the area somewhat regularly.Īfter living through last winter in northern Virginia in our budget rig, which is by no means even close to a proper 3-season camper, we want the best insulation we can get. ![]() We've found several good deals, but none of them have dual-pane windows. Specifically, we're interested in the Grand Design 312BHTS. We're full-timers looking to move out of our budget, entry-level rig into something that will be our long-term home.
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