Michelle:

Ships often have spray insulation on the inside of deckheads (ceilings) and
bulkheads (walls) which helps to prevent condensation I believe. I do not
know if it is hazardous from a conservation point of view or not
(offgassing?). Ask conservators who deal with metal museum ships. Shipyards
could advise you of costs, materials etc.

Another factor is temperature control e.g. baking in the hot sun in
California. Perhaps some form of venting is also needed.

Another thought is to purchase a container that is already insulated, and
possibly fitted with air conditioning. For the wagons that is, not for your
new office! :-)

Colin Stevens
Curator
Burnaby Village Museum
City of Burnaby, British Columbia, CANADA


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What would be an inexpensive way to insulate your typical metal shipping
container? ...
Michelle C. Messinger
Curator
State of California
Museum Services Section
Sacramento
Tel: 916-651-6954
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