HELP! I'm building a custom travel trailer.
Hi everyone, My name is Darla and I’m going to be building a small custom RV later this year to travel solo full time throughout the United States. Yup, I’m doin it! I would love to share my RV ...
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oughtsix wrote:NYCgrrl wrote:
I read some of your text and noted you where thinking of using different grades of carpeting throughout your TT. I'd consider other flooring options like sealed cork or a good quality linoleum. Easier to clean, and still good feel for feet with the added bonus of noise control to counteract the unit's metal.
It's great to be able to fulfil a dream and I too will be watching your progress.
I would not use vinyl for the seal layer of your floor. Vinyl is actually quite fragile. Take a look at http://home.howstuffworks.com/home-improvement/construction/materials/marmoleum.htm. It is MUCH tougher than vinyl and very common in commercial settings. You could probably get a remnant piece pretty cheap for the size you need. Go look Marmoleum in a flooring showroom. You will be sold on the toughness when you look at it!
I would also use cork for the finish layer. Cork also holds up very well and is a pleasure to walk on!
:E Thanks for the feedback. I checked into the Marmoleum... first, I think it only comes in 79" roll widths max and I'm not crazy about things that piece together like tiles, carpet squares and wood slats. Road travel provides a lot of rumbling and that vibration will most likely cause gaps in the floor over time.
