Van Subfloor: How to DIY Install Havelock Wool For Van Life

October 14, 2024 — Here’s how to install a waterproof subfloor with Havelock Wool insulation for van life.

Hello, my name’s Andrew, this is my van Morpheus (aka Morphy), and today we’re doing a DIY subfloor install with all-natural Havelock Wool insulation for van life.

Preparation

After going through a bunch of articles and videos on flooring for van life, it basically seemed like there were two schools of thought…

• 1. Sealed: use a vapor barrier to completely seal off moisture.
• 2. Open: leave room for airflow to keep the van dry naturally.

Insulation

But while more protection sounds good in theory, I’ve always found that tight/waterproof hiking and running shoes shoes actually trap moisture, which leads to damp, sweaty feet, whereas loose/breathable…