Previous EZ Snap Shades Review and Demo Blog Post & Video - www.loveyourrv.com/ez-snap-exterior-rv-window-shade-review-demo/ EZ Snap Winter Skirting Install and Review - www.loveyourrv.com/ez-snap-rv-winter-skirting-installation/

That stuff is neat, fit and the finish seems good, and probably easy to clean. Looks like you`re ready to go back to the desert once the pandemic is over. Great Video as usual Ray.

@LoveYourRV

3 жыл бұрын

You bet! Can't wait to travel south again. :)

Have had this stuff on several of my house windows for years, amazing stuff for sure!

Loved the update.that moyer effect is probably looking thru the window fly mesh as well.🇳🇿👍❤️

Love watching "Love your RV" videos. So much learned from these over the years.

Great 👍 job Ray 👏 it looks great. That will cut down on the heat.

@LoveYourRV

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

Thank you for this review. I'm also going to use it to provide shade for my refrigerator. Not directly behind, but draped between the slide and slightly down the wall from the frig. Hoping it will help it not have to work so hard when I cannot park that side in the shade.

I love the way they look. I am living in a large Class A now but it's getting really obvious that the windshield is going to need to be covered from the outside. We're over 100 every day this week here in SW NM and I'm struggling to get the temp inside below 85. I think it would be worth it just to cover that giant windshield and have it wrap around to cover the huge passenger side window and the drivers door window too. Thanks for another great instructional video, Ray.

Thanks. Nice job

Great video! Thanks

🌞🤗 Compliments , and thank yous to this KZreadr presenter enlightening all with your very easy going and smooth speaking presentation 😉. 🌞 The how to's put up some 🌞 SUNBLOCK PROTECTION screening for RV rig 👍.

Nice job God bless

That's pretty cool

I did mine 10 years ago with SS snaps . You won’t be sorry you did this . We are in Texas and you know how the heat is down here. Take the off a couple times a year for inspection and window cleaning. They have held up great even traveling down the road .

@LoveYourRV

3 жыл бұрын

Cool, thanks for the feedback

I'm just amazed with all these EZ Snap window shade videos, almost not a single one discusses the amount of degrees reduction in temperature during parts of the day. Isn't that the point of these?! How much cooler is it really making it inside is the real question!

@LoveYourRV

16 күн бұрын

In my initial 2017 video about these shades, I did some light and temps tests. Here is the link - kzread.info/dash/bejne/pHaTz7iliqioiag.html Cheers, Ray

@LoveYourRV

16 күн бұрын

and the answer is it makes a big difference especially if the the sun is hitting the window at a low angle.

@rbt5785

16 күн бұрын

@@LoveYourRV Thanks. I’m about to find out first hand with Nevada July and August coming. I have doubts it’ll do much, but I’m hoping if not then combining reflectix on the inside (or even exterior) will do the trick

You are like the energizer bunny; you never stop.

@LoveYourRV

3 жыл бұрын

Good to be busy. :)

@mjm3852

3 жыл бұрын

@@LoveYourRV Better to wear out than to rust out!

Thanks Ray. Like #7

@LoveYourRV

3 жыл бұрын

You're fast today. :)

This looks like it would be a good solution for the large windshield on my class A MH (if the material comes in a large enough sheet size)

@LoveYourRV

3 жыл бұрын

It comes in 6 foot wide rolls

Great video! Nice to see another option. Also, noticed the extension off your ladder for hanging the bird feeder... Where did you get that?

@LoveYourRV

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Its called a ladder gadget, www.laddergadget.com/product/ladder-gadget/ here was my review - www.loveyourrv.com/rv-ladder-gadget-review/ Cheers, Ray

Good Video and well presented. Unfortunately I have frameless crank out windows and using them would not be something that would not work. Thanks

@LoveYourRV

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. The studs can be mounted on the glass as an option - ezsnapdirect.com/wp-content/uploads/RV-Window-Trim-Stud-Placements-with-labels-700x415-JPG.jpg Cheers, Ray

❤ Ray, I guess it's to late to tell you about 70% uv block ceramic film available on Amazon. Blocks the uv but not good for privacy. Looks good. 👍👍

@LoveYourRV

3 жыл бұрын

I looked at stick-on films but the big negative for me is once they are on the window they are there for good. With this snap-on material, I still have the choice to remove it when I don't want it. Like this past winter for example I actaully wanted all the light and solar heat I could get! Cheers, Ray

@D_Cali_Life

3 жыл бұрын

Xpel window tint blocks 98% heat But its about $2,000 for entire RV

Great vid Ray! - Do they allow air flow when they are installed?

@LoveYourRV

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, they do limit it somewhat being a tighter weave than a regular screen but air can flow through

I see the park is emptied out quite a bit. But that MCI bus is still there. Nice rig.

@LoveYourRV

3 жыл бұрын

Yup, this is the reason :) posted on the parks Facebook page: "Under the new travel restrictions as of Friday April 23, 2021 and until May 25th we are now only accepting reservations for those residing in the Campbell River area only and or for those who are travelling for essential service reasons as listed in the current health orders. If it is essential travel, you will be required to show proof or a document to our front desk staff proving that it is essential travel, you may email us your document."

@cdix3227

3 жыл бұрын

@@LoveYourRV Wow. So if someone is a full timer (say from Ontario) but normally winter in the southern U.S. they would need to exit the province? That would be hard for people hoping their summer park would be open legally or otherwise by at least May 2-4. Plus AB, SK, MB having eyes on you as you pass through. 😬

@spudmaster8280

3 жыл бұрын

@@cdix3227 well I'm on the island and heading back to Ontario soon. Once I leave the island ( ontario plates and address) I will not be able to return. Wanted to see east coast before heading to a family members in Florida for winter . Lol I forgot my question. Anyway Ray has helped me alot this winter and I watch all his stuff. I have to replace stickers on my cougar same as his. That's this mornings research. If you know Ray let me know . Thanks 😊

@LoveYourRV

3 жыл бұрын

You have to exit the province but moving around and getting new reservations could be a chore. Right now BC is restricting travel between three large health authority zones inside the province to essential travel only and also people coming into BC. Some private RV parks restrict it even more. BC provincial parks are giving priority to BC residence for reservations. So travel is tough right now.

@LoveYourRV

3 жыл бұрын

A friend of mine gave me a link recently to a place that has some decals www.rvdecalsdirect.com/ They have some Cougar - www.rvdecalsdirect.com/keystone-cougar-year

I will have to get some of that. Did you mark each cover with what window it goes to?. Some look to be about the same size, but the snaps wouldn't be in the exact position as another window, unless you measured it when installing.

@LoveYourRV

3 жыл бұрын

No, I didn't but only a couple windows are the same dimension and between those the snap positions are slightly different so I find its easy to know which is which when the snaps don't line up exactly.

Have you tried Magnashade product. Been super happy with that on our RV, especially if you change location more often than you do.

@LoveYourRV

3 жыл бұрын

No, by the looks of the website they are for motorhome front windows?

@eplumer

3 жыл бұрын

@@LoveYourRV Any windows, we have them on all the windows of our class-a. Cheers, Ray

Id be curious to see these combined with foil and the shades.

@LoveYourRV

Жыл бұрын

I'm sure it would only make a slight difference as the shade blocks most of the heat radiation already. Also, then you would lose the view out the whole point of using the shade. If you want max heat blockage I'd advise putting the foil on the outside of the window. Totally block the heat radiation before it enters the RV. Cheers, Ray

Are they UV blocking. I made snap on tire skirting using marine grade vinyl, but if they block UV, this would have been easier. Just get a couple of square tubular lengths for the bottom snaps and snaps on the side of the rig for the top part.

@LoveYourRV

3 жыл бұрын

They claim it blocks up to 90% of heat and UV "Our Thermo-Weave™ mesh blocks up to 90% of the sun’s heat & damaging UV rays, WITHOUT BLOCKING YOUR VIEW."

I like these EZ Snap shades but I’m wondering if you prefer them over window tinting?

@LoveYourRV

Жыл бұрын

Yes because window tinting is permanent and much of the colder parts of the year I want the light and clear windows to look out. So is a pro to be able to remove and easy store the shades

Good idea. Ray looks like you chased your neighbors away! Looks so bare.

@LoveYourRV

3 жыл бұрын

This is the reason :) posted on the RV parks Facebook page: "Under the new travel restrictions as of Friday April 23, 2021 and until May 25th we are now only accepting reservations for those residing in the Campbell River area only and or for those who are traveling for essential service reasons as listed in the current health orders. If it is essential travel, you will be required to show proof or a document to our front desk staff proving that it is essential travel, you may email us your document." And the BC government has also limited travel via the BC ferries to Vancouver Island to only essential travels.

Also, would it be advantageous to make a folded hem on each side for further reinforcement?

@LoveYourRV

3 жыл бұрын

I'd say no advantage unless you like the look of it, the fabric doesn't fray at all in my experience.

Does the Ez-Snap reduce more heat than the silver Reflectix insulation installed on the inside of the window. I am more concerned with the heat reduction than the ability to see out of the windows.

@LoveYourRV

2 жыл бұрын

They ae pretty well equal. Here is some temp gun tests I did in a previous video - kzread.info/dash/bejne/pHaTz7iliqioiag.html With the foil in the window itself still heats up quite a bit and blocks out light. Its actually not good for the rubber seals on dual pane as it will shorten the lifespan. They will crack and dry out quicker. The outside shade seems to keep the window and metal frame cooler. Cheers, Ray

Can you leave these screens on while traveling or do you have to take them off before towing? Will your slide close with the side slide screens on?

@LoveYourRV

3 жыл бұрын

I don't travel with them. If one chance that one flew off and landed on a car behind me and blinded them. My slide can close with them, I tried, but I usually take off the screens just in case one does gets caught or something.

I have the same RV as you REGARDING window sizes. How many feet do i need to buy to do all. 🙌🙏

@LoveYourRV

Жыл бұрын

Sorry I don't remember the sizes I got as I did it in a few stages starting about 6 years ago. But they have a size calculator on the website calculator.ezsnapdirect.com/

Do you need to remove the shade material before traveling down the road?

@LoveYourRV

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, though they stay on there pretty good, I've had them on when winds are above 40 MPH but I remove just in case as I would hate to have one come off and land on the windshield of a driver behind me.

thats great stuff is it possible to see the temperature difference inside with them on and without thank you

@LoveYourRV

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, its not that hot right now here to do tests but if you go watch my original review video I did light and temp comparisons between no shade, foil and the exterior shades - www.loveyourrv.com/ez-snap-exterior-rv-window-shade-review-demo/ Cheers, Ray

I'm curious why it's colored black? I'd think black sorta absorbs sun getting hotter than if it were white? Is a white version available? Even if the color didn't make a difference in reducing the interior heat a white option would be great too. I was also wondering if the higher winds rip them off ever and/or cause them to smack against the RV causing unpleasant noise? That material looks very similar to the heavy duty porch screen I got at Home Depot for pet protection. I think it's fiberglass reinforced or some strong plastic. Thanks again Ray 🌟☘

@LoveYourRV

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, there is a white version but I figure that it would show the dirt and maybe yellow over time. "Both colors block up to 90% of sun's heat and damaging U.V. light. BLACK: Is the most popular color since it provides the best visibility when looking through to the outside." Since the shade is outside the window the heat doesn't matter, it dissipates quickly. The only noise issues I've had is if I have the back window one partially off the snaps to get a view some will hit the sidewalls with wind gusts and chatter but if the snaps are all done up no noise as the material is very lightweight. The snaps are more than enough to hold it in place. IN windier areas a person could add more per inch. I used the skirting material all winter long with the same snaps and out of hundreds only ha a few come loose. We routinely had 90 KPH (55MPH) winds during some storms. Cheers, Ray

@Hundert1

3 жыл бұрын

@@LoveYourRV That's great news. I often think which color overall is best to use during various projects. It sometimes drives me nuts🤣 I often go with lighter colors or white when it comes to my truck and RV exterior and my interior Venetian blinds both the travel trailer and the house. I heard black painted exterior vehicles show the dirt and more difficult to keep clean than white ones. Prost 🍹

@LoveYourRV

3 жыл бұрын

I've had the black shades on the rear end of the RV seen in the video now for close to 4 years. So far no fading and they clean right up with a quick wash of soap and water. :)

@webcompanion

3 жыл бұрын

I think for some reason to the human eye and reflection off of glass that black is better than white. You see the same thing in a lot of NHL and MLB stadiums that require netting. They all typically use black color. Less noticeable.

@Hundert1

3 жыл бұрын

@@webcompanion The less noticeable factor of black is exactly why I choose lighter colored RV and vehicles. Same reason you don't ever see black school buses, black firetrucks and black ambulances or road workers and highway crews who always wear bright highly visible attire. On my light colored RV I think the black would really stand out more than white would, at least from the outside just as the dark tinted glass windows already do. From the inside it might be another story. Thanks

Ray, I was wondering if using this on the outside wall of the fridge would help block the heat build up and help the fridge?

@LoveYourRV

3 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure. Likely would do a better job on a dark color RV versus a white rig like mine. The issue may be if it blocks to much air flow through the fridge vent openings. I have a pair of fans in mine that help draw air through and that really helps with cooling. Cheers, Ray

@stevejansky9913

3 жыл бұрын

@@LoveYourRV I would probably just put it between vents. The back of my fridge "cabinet" is only insulated by whatever is in the factory installed wall, while the sides had extra fiberglass bats. To one side is range/cooktop and the other is an exterior wall as my fridge is in a slide out. Nothing below fridge. I also upgraded to a 12 volt compressor system from absorption style, my Cameo LXI is almost 20 years old, so the vents are less of an issue but I still would not want to cover them .

@stevejansky9913

3 жыл бұрын

@@LoveYourRV I would like to know if the extra 2 inches added to each dimension for shade material is needed? You have found their connector estimate is high so I wondered if the shade estimate is a bit high too. For my situation it means a jump to next size kit and an over 30% surplus waste according to their calculator.

@LoveYourRV

3 жыл бұрын

I think you'd want to make sure it covered the window and the frame. If you were to leave the black frame exposed it will get hot and transfer heat inside.

Do you still need the silver reflector material behind the shade?

@LoveYourRV

3 жыл бұрын

No, not for heat, I have some in the bedroom because I like to have the black out effect for sleeping.

This is a great idea. Did you consider the magnetic kind of shade in your decision?

@LoveYourRV

3 жыл бұрын

No, since I have used the EZ Snap for several years now and they have performed well. I decided to go with the same system. My winter skirting held firm this winter even in 90 KPH (55 MPH) winds.

What is the airflow like through the window covering?

@LoveYourRV

3 жыл бұрын

Pretty good, comparable to a bug screen but a slightly tighter weave

Did I miss the update of how well the skirting worked this past winter?

@LoveYourRV

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, I had a few updates on it - www.loveyourrv.com/10-things-that-help-us-winter-in-our-rv-reviews-updates/ and www.loveyourrv.com/end-of-winter-update-upcoming-spring-rv-maintenance-projects/ Cheers, Ray

Can these be left up during travel?

@LoveYourRV

2 жыл бұрын

I think they would hang on fine a low speeds but I wouldn't want to try it at freeway speeds.

WOW. I can't believe how empty Thunderbird is. I assume it's because of the new travel restrictions. That's nuts!

@LoveYourRV

3 жыл бұрын

Yup, no non essential travel on the ferries to the Island and Thunderbird is only taking reservations from locals unless its essential reasons until after the May long weekend. They are taking this opportunity to do a bunch of landscaping and stuff.

@drinkinslim

3 жыл бұрын

It's also because most snowbirds have gone home due to the end of winter. Including us. We live in BC but not on the island. :)

1:28 Just one more way Ray shows he loves his wife.

How much is the ezsnap to purchase?

@LoveYourRV

2 жыл бұрын

It varies with material required and amount of snaps needed - ezsnapdirect.com/pricing/

About how much was everything I have around the same amount of windows on my 5th wheel

@LoveYourRV

2 жыл бұрын

Around $300

@theodorecarbajal2975

2 жыл бұрын

@@LoveYourRV is there a link to the shade roll you got?

@LoveYourRV

2 жыл бұрын

Here is the link to the website, they have calculators to see which roll size you need - shrsl.com/2ymrf I did mine in two rolls spaced a few years apart. I looked at my orders and the last one I got was the 7 foot roll, so likely that was the same one prior. ezsnapdirect.com/product-category/rv-shade-kits/