Crystal Adkins 
Flat mobile home roofs were about the only roof design you could get before the 1970s. They were lightwight and just structurally sound enough mobile home could be towed on the highway easily A flat roof had one major flaw: it just didn’t work as well as a pitched roof. Pitched roofs are inclined so … Read more
Of all the lies about mobile homes, the one that upsets me most involves mobile home appreciation. Many, many people have been advised wrongly that mobile and manufactured homes never gain value or appreciate over time so their not a good investment. It’s not true and I want to clear up the … Read more
Postcards were almost as important as the trailers when travel trailer first hit the scene. They were essentially the Facebook of the time. Families and friends traveling in their campers would send postcards to everyone they knew to let them know they were safe and having a wonderful time. A little deliberate bragging was always … Read more
The early 1940’s was a challenging time for United States of America and trailers industry. Our country was headed to WWII and rations were put in place in order to produce the necessities needed for the war. The mass-produced trailer was still in its infancy – factories had just begun producing trailers in 1936 so there … Read more
We’ve seen homeowners use a variety of materials to replace their mobile home ceilings like beadboard, shiplap, pallets, and even sheet metal and tin. Here are the 10 most popular mobile home ceiling replacement ideas for mobile homes. Beadboard Pros: Beadboard comes in a variety of materials and sizes. There are complete kits like the … Read more
Mobile home bathroom remodels can be difficult. There are several different types of faucets, sinks, counters, toilets, and bathtubs. The choices are endless! Do you need a pedestal sink or a floating sink? Should you buy a center set faucet or a wall mounted? Do you need to special order your bathtub? We’ve produced this mobile home bathroom guide to help you … Read more
There is a lot more to a mobile home plumbing system than just water lines and drain lines. The ventilation system is vital to a healthy plumbing system. Without a healthy vent system, your home can suffer a variety of annoying problems. A lot of venting issues are mistakenly thought to be drainage issues in … Read more
Whether you are a seasoned traveler or a newbie, these accessories are handy tools for camper and RV owners. The tools are not must-haves, but they definitely come in handy. Discover four ideal gifts for any owner of an RV or camper trailer. If you are only planning to buy a camper or RV, here … Read more
Mobile home skirting is far more important than most homeowners realize. While it certainly adds curb appeal and can change the look of your home , it also acts as a strong barrier that protects your home and plays a vital part in your heating and cooling system. Skirting helps retain heat under your mobile … Read more
Maybe I’m getting old and grumpy. But every time I see an article about how digital nomads are trailblazers of a completely new lifestyle my eyes roll a bit. I’ll give the writers a little credit for the fairly cool name they’ve given to the ‘trailblazers of a completely new lifestyle.’ Digital nomads is a … Read more
Over half the mobile homes in Canada are located in rural areas, but they are also found in towns and small cities. There are many people in Canada who live in mobile homes all year round. They are sufficiently insulated to be comfortable in the winter months. The mobile home market is thriving as many … Read more
