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mleekamp
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Oct 10, 2016

Can I remove slidout moisture barrier to see floor?

Sorry for no pics...I'm at work.

Winterizing my TT this weekend I noticed water on floor under U-dinette bench in slideout. ONe corner only; water came in the lower trim piece on outside of the slide. Pulled trim piece its lacking in basic sealant...but the good news is the wood is not rotted, just wet from recent rains (slide was out).

I cut out carpet under the bench, placed a BOX FAN there for past 2 days. Its dry on top, but I would like to remove the "seal material" on the bottom of the slide (outside) in that area to be sure it is all good / dry.

If I cut that material out (its black poly...plastic type. sorry I am unsure exactly what it is but for sure a moisture barrier of some sort) can it be re-attached? Is it glued to the underfloor?

Appreciate advice given I'm lacking on pics but don't seem to have rot...caught it in time.
  • Yes, it can be reattached. For sure I'd remove it to inspect and let the wood dry from both sides. For what the plastic Darco is worth in terms of what it does, you may wish to use another solution to cover the bottom of the slide floor. Whether that's a paint covering or a sheet of some other material, there is room for improvement.