I received a grant 2 summers ago to remodel my trailer - yes indeed, I'm trailer trash. We compltetely replaced all the floors with 3/4" plywood instead of the pressboard they come with. Because I have dogs and do some rescue work with puppymill dogs, the contractor recommended medium traffic commercial carpet, though I wanted something less pervious.
Now, 2 yrs later, I can't keep this darned stuff from unraveling at the seams, and just plain can't get it clean.
I need very serious advice about cost-conscious recommendations for an impervious alternative.... go vinyl with area rugs, real tile, laminate or what ???
Thank you very much.
-Beth
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Hello Beth,
Trailer trash? NOBODY on OUR BBS is trash! :)
How about ceramic tile? A "class 5" floor tile is strong stuff and will hold up to all but the most brutal traffic. Also easy to clean--you don't have the issues with anything 'hiding' in carpet, for example.
Tile, of course, needs a solid base. Your 3/4" plywood base with a layer of Hardybacker should do the trick. I would not know about mobile homes--if there are any issues regarding their floors that might recommend against tiling (do they have much flex, e.g.)
Ceramic tile, I think, is a great product. But it can feel cold...which could be a consideration. It can be really really beautiful (or NOT, so choose carefully!). It's heavy work to install, but lasts a long time.
As for its cost, try visiting some tile stores and see if they have anything you like in their "outlet" rooms....limited quantities for a reduced price.
Great work with the dogs, by the way. Even ONE dog is a labor of love; practically a full time job.
Regards,
-k2 in CO
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Trailer trash? NOBODY on OUR BBS is trash! :)
How about ceramic tile? A "class 5" floor tile is strong stuff and will hold up to all but the most brutal traffic. Also easy to clean--you don't have the issues with anything 'hiding' in carpet, for example.
Tile, of course, needs a solid base. Your 3/4" plywood base with a layer of Hardybacker should do the trick. I would not know about mobile homes--if there are any issues regarding their floors that might recommend against tiling (do they have much flex, e.g.)
Ceramic tile, I think, is a great product. But it can feel cold...which could be a consideration. It can be really really beautiful (or NOT, so choose carefully!). It's heavy work to install, but lasts a long time.
As for its cost, try visiting some tile stores and see if they have anything you like in their "outlet" rooms....limited quantities for a reduced price.
Great work with the dogs, by the way. Even ONE dog is a labor of love; practically a full time job.
Regards,
-k2 in CO
Moderator, Miscellaneous Forum
http://www.bobvila.com/BBS/Miscellaneous
