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Old Jul 21, 2012 | 08:40 AM
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Excuse my ignorance

I am looking at rv websites what does R value mean in reference to roofs, floors and walls example they say the roof is R7?
 
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Old Jul 21, 2012 | 09:03 AM
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Insulation rating:

R-value (insulation) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
 
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Old Jul 21, 2012 | 12:14 PM
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Awesome thanks
 
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Old Jul 21, 2012 | 06:29 PM
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It also applies to houses also.
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Old Jul 21, 2012 | 08:33 PM
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Would be real important if you cold weather camp.
 
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What would be a normal R value for summer camping and and what would you look for in a all season camper?
 
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R 14 is pretty much what I see. Cold weather around 21 or above.
 
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