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Awesome Storage Hacks To Organize Your Camper

There're a ton of smart storage hacks to organize your camper on Pinterest and Amazon but it's easy to forget tyhat price doesn't always equal value. Dollar Tree products can absolutely work better than high-end products in some situations. And simple items like bungee cords and peg boards remain popular for a reason: they work and they're affordable. The Best Storage Hacks to Organize Your Camper The most common sizes for travel trailers and campers are usually between 20 to 30 feet in length and 8 foot wide. Fifth-wheel campers can range from 25 to 45 feet when combined with the towing truck. It's plenty of space for just about any purpose but larger families or long term RVers or modern-day nomads may need to get create their own awesome storage hacks to organize your camper. Here's a few of my…

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7 Simple Steps to Revamp Your Small Bathroom in Scandinavian Style

A small bathroom should be beautifully focused on function. Of course there are a few ways to achieve that. Fortunately, several popular design styles are better suited for the function over form side of design . The Scandinavian style is great at that. If we've proved anything over the last 13 years it's that a beautiful homes need not cost a lot. This time we focus on a clean and cozy Scandinavian style bathroom. However, creating a fresh and inviting space doesn’t have to mean a full-scale renovation. With a few strategic changes, you can breathe new life into your bathroom, making it practical and beautiful. Revamp Your Small Bathroom in Scandinavian Style in 7 Steps Step 1: Take Stock and Plan Do you want a modern, spa-like vibe or a simple refresh? A well-thought-out assessment helps you prioritize changes and…

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Mobile Home Roof Over Manual

If you own an older mobile home with a flat roof or have needed to read our article about finding mobile home roof leaks more than once, it's probably time for a roof replacement or mobile home roof over. If you need to replace your roof you have two options: self-supported mobile home roof over and not self-supported. This is an exhaustive 2100-word guide on self-supported mobile home roof overs. You'll find links to other articles about roofs sprinkled throughout the page to guide you further. Which roof design should you use? Roof replacement experts need to inspect the home before they can give advice. Advice or deciding on depends on several variables. Age and size of the home being the most important but other factors are location, materials, and labor. A new roof over can provide a longer lifespan, better…

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Mastering Pest Control: Sun Tzu’s Art of War Tactics for Homeowners

Sun Tzu's ancient text, "The Art of War," has long been studied for its insights on strategy and tactics in various fields, including business and warfare. It's principles can also be applied to pest control. In addition to awareness, establishing a pest control routine early on seems to be the most important thing for a homeowner with pest concerns. Regular inspections, maintaining cleanliness, and sealing potential entry points significantly reduce the risk of infestations. By incorporating these practices into your manufactured home management, you’ll enhance your living experience and maintain the value of y Know Yourself, Know Your Enemy In "The Art of War," Sun Tzu emphasizes the importance of understanding oneself and one's opponent. In pest control, this means recognizing the strengths and weaknesses of both the pest and the homeowner. For example: Pest behavior: Understanding the habits and habitats…

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My Garage Makeover Plan

I moved back home to WV last year and slowly started remodeling the 1978 single wide mobile home along with the detached single car garage on the property. I'm updating the mobile home because I now live here full-time but the garage is getting turned into tiny studio apartment so I can rent it out on Airbnb. This property is only 4 miles from the New River Gorge Bridge and whitewater rafting brings in a lot of tourists. New River Gorge Bridge Photo by Marmi Sica on Unsplash Naturally, I've been looking for mobile home and garage makeover ideas and thought I'd share some of my favorites with you. The Property This property, aka Mobile Home Living's headquarters, is about 4 miles from the beautiful New River Gorge Bridge and the annual Bridge Day where thousands of people gather every year…

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5 Ways I’m Using Tiles in my Mobile Home

There are many reasons why it’s a good idea to choose to live in a mobile home, and just like any home, they can be so much fun to renovate. The thing is, seeing as the structure of a mobile home isn’t as solid as your traditional brick-and-mortar home, is it okay to tile inside your mobile home?  Yes! You can go ahead and tile floors, walls, showers, and more in your mobile home. In fact, tiles are actually one of the most popular flooring options in mobile homes. However, you will need to ensure that its structure is sound and reinforced properly to prevent considerable deflection, which could lead to an increased chance of breakage and even injury. But, yes, tiling is completely possible in your mobile home.  In this article, we’ll discuss a list of different ways to use…

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Mobile Home Siding Guide

Installing new mobile home siding instantly updates the look of your home, increases its value, and can increase your home's energy efficiency. It's a smart improvement project for older and newer manufactured homes. There are several mobile home siding options to choose from such as stone, wood, cedar, metal, and vinyl. Your choices are endless! This guide will help you determine the best siding option for your home by covering the most popular mobile home siding materials, looking at the pros and cons, and comparing their prices. We will also provide installation help and advice on hiring the best siding installers. Benefits of New Mobile Home Siding  The main benefits of installing new siding to your manufactured home are increased energy efficiency, better curb-appeal, and protection against the elements. New siding can give you a high return on investment. Siding replacement has landed in the…

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The 9 Small Bathroom Remodeling Ideas that Pro Designers Use Most

A lady from Nashville asked our Mobile Home Living® Facebook Group for small bathroom remodeling ideas the other day. Ms. Nashville had just sold her 2400 square foot home and was downsizing into a small single wide with, and I quote, "the tiniest darn master bathroom I've ever seen." We've written quite a bit over the years about choosing mobile home remodeling projects or updates based on the average return on investment, or ROI. I'll add links to a couple of those articles below. Home improvement experts are quick to point out that calculating the average Return on Investment isn't all that matters with home remodels. A home should be convenient, functional, and comfortable. Homes are for living in and providing safety and comfort and convenience. This guide will walk you through the top 9 most liked small bathroom remodeling tips…

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Buying a Manufactured Home Classified as Real Property

Manufactured homes classified as real property are believed to account for close to 15% of all home sales in America in 2023.  15% of all home sales in America are manufactured homes classified as real property purchases. The exact percentage of manufactured home sales varies from state to state, but industry experts estimate that they make up around 10-15% of the total housing market. This number has been steadily increasing in recent years, as manufactured homes have become more acceptable and dare I say trendy. . There are several factors that have contributed to the growing popularity of manufactured homes. Affordability is the main reason for their climbing popularity. Our factory-built homes often cost half the price per square foot of a site built home.  Table of Contents[Open][Close]Buying a Manufactured Home Classified as Real PropertyFinancial Advice When Buying a Manufactured Home…

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