My turn! Carpet out - Pergo it.
Started ripping out the nasty white carpet. Made a little video about my "plan". All comments welcome. Video
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Having installed laminate in a previous camper, a few things come to mind. Make sure you have an adequate expansion gap around the entire perimeter and allow for movement at penetrations like floor vents, toilet, table flange, etc. It's important to have the laminate free floating, esp. if you live where the winter to summer temps change a lot. Buy or make up a little molding/baseboard to cover up the gap.
I am not familiar with Pergo - is it a thin vinyl plank or thicker stuff? Height can be an issue sometimes and conflict with cabinet doors, door sills, toilet, etc. If you lift the toilet, don't forget to replace the gasket. In some cases, it's necessary to use a wax gasket to make the toilet seal properly against the floor flange.
Often, things aren't square, plumb, level or straight in RVs. Be prepared to have to scribe some of the pieces to get a good fit. Kneeling on the floor for long periods can be tough on the body - have Tylenol on hand!
I am not familiar with Pergo - is it a thin vinyl plank or thicker stuff? Height can be an issue sometimes and conflict with cabinet doors, door sills, toilet, etc. If you lift the toilet, don't forget to replace the gasket. In some cases, it's necessary to use a wax gasket to make the toilet seal properly against the floor flange.
Often, things aren't square, plumb, level or straight in RVs. Be prepared to have to scribe some of the pieces to get a good fit. Kneeling on the floor for long periods can be tough on the body - have Tylenol on hand!
