This is probably a crazy idea otherwise I expect that one of you folks would have already thought of it and let the rest of us know. At any rate I was at Joann Fabrics with the wife this afternoon and walked by the quilt batting and foam area.
I find that they have a 100% polyester "Extra Loft" batting. That made me wonder if that would not be close to or as good as using Thinsulate in the roof ribs and other tight spots. Both are made with polyester although Thinsulate also contains polypropylene which is a very fine fiber.
The tag said that the batting is 1" thick and is punch needled. My wife says this is to keep the fibers together. It is dense enough that I was able to hold my hand behind one layer and not see any movement when I moved my hand. Comes on a big roll 45" wide and is $9.99/yard. Good thing is you can frequently get it for 40% off. Ok, with all that enthusiasm I'm ready to hear from those who are more knowledgeable about why this may or may not be a reasonable idea.
I find that they have a 100% polyester "Extra Loft" batting. That made me wonder if that would not be close to or as good as using Thinsulate in the roof ribs and other tight spots. Both are made with polyester although Thinsulate also contains polypropylene which is a very fine fiber.
The tag said that the batting is 1" thick and is punch needled. My wife says this is to keep the fibers together. It is dense enough that I was able to hold my hand behind one layer and not see any movement when I moved my hand. Comes on a big roll 45" wide and is $9.99/yard. Good thing is you can frequently get it for 40% off. Ok, with all that enthusiasm I'm ready to hear from those who are more knowledgeable about why this may or may not be a reasonable idea.