Rubber Flooring Pix

[mitch]

I have a 50lb dog and her nails have not made any marks at all.  She jumps around the trailer as she likes.

[pinstriper]

[p]Pics of the dog, or it didn't happen.[/p][p]
[/p][p]I'm not calling you out. I just like dogs.[/p]

[mitch]

Easy

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[fasteddieb]

Finally got around to playing with the mats I mentioned before that we got a Costco:











1) You can go crazy trying to figure out the layout for the minimum number of cuts. Eventually you just have to go for it.

2) They cut like butter with a box cutter, and trim easily with scissors.

3) One more package might do it next time we're at Costco, but I'll probably get two to be safe.

4) I think they will serve their mundane purpose - just have to see how durable they turn out to be.

[tinkeringtechie]

We just got back from a two week trip and I think we'll be doing the floor tile trick after getting sick of black socks and feet from the bare aluminum (too bad they didn't anodize it). Anyways, for those with the 21' models, what is the approximate square footage of tiles that you had to buy?

[funpilot]

Has anyone that has a trailer with the factory installed vinyl tiles still felt the need to put something over it?  If not, would it be a good idea to find out from LL the specs of the tiles they use so owners can pick what they want?

[tinkeringtechie]

[quote source="/post/2948/thread" timestamp="1409072430" author="@funpilot"]Has anyone that has a trailer with the factory installed vinyl tiles still felt the need to put something over it?  If not, would it be a good idea to find out from LL the specs of the tiles they use so owners can pick what they want?

[/quote]My impression was that the factory installed vinyl was continuous, not tiles. My guess is they put one big sheet over the whole floor before they even install the cabinets.

[funpilot]

Of course...duh on my part.   But still the questions bear answering from someone that has that flooring. Does it work to keep water from underneath the trailer from leaking in?  Does it still feel as cold as the bare aluminum, i.e. do you want to put something on top of it?

[charliem]

[quote source="/post/2947/thread" timestamp="1409071887" author="@tinkeringtechie"]We just got back from a two week trip and I think we'll be doing the floor tile trick after getting sick of black socks and feet from the bare aluminum (too bad they didn't anodize it). Anyways, for those with the 21' models, what is the approximate square footage of tiles that you had to buy?[/quote][font size="3"]For the 21RBS I used a total of twenty 2'x2' squares. This includes about two I screwed up while installing and a few more that just would not fit where I needed them. You have to allow extras to assure good finished edges where you need them and the fact that partials may not interlock properly. It's a real jig saw puzzle. I also used other thinner stock I had on hand on some cabinet floor areas.  Your mileage may differ .
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[charliem]

[quote source="/post/2970/thread" timestamp="1409085340" author="@funpilot"]Of course...duh on my part.   But still the questions bear answering from someone that has that flooring. Does it work to keep water from underneath the trailer from leaking in?  Does it still feel as cold as the bare aluminum, i.e. do you want to put something on top of it?[/quote][font size="3"]I suspect the vinyl tile or sheet will keep water, dust, and air from infiltrating and it will feel warmer to you feet, but it will add little real insulation. The bare aluminum, because it's an excellent thermal conductor, will feel very cold to your feet and will condense, and even freeze, water. The vinyl will feel warmer because it doesn't conduct heat from your feet as quickly, but it will still feel cold. If there is enough humidity to cause condensation the vinyl may become very slippery and dangerous. No experience here to help you.
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[solds88]

The last time that I installed a vinyl floor, about 25 years ago, you could get an installation kit for a few bucks. It consisted of rolls of butcher's paper, masking tape, scissors, and knife to score/cut the linoleum. Laying and taping the paper will yield a perfect one piece floor pattern. Spread it out on your garage floor and go to town on it. I purchased a 2015 21rbs and it does have solid sheet vinyl applied to the floor which extends the length of the unit including the pass through compartment. The vinyl is somewhat textured and emulates old barn wood board siding. I guess that's a good thing as you won't notice scuffs or dings as compared to a smooth shiny surface.