Crystal Adkins 
The teenage flooring guy at Home Depot once told me I could never use tile in a manufactured home because they ‘couldn’t handle the weight.’ I restrained from going into a 5-minute speech about the various flooring options for mobile homes and why he was so very wrong. I could’ve pulled up images and spreadsheets … Read more
This 1978 mobile home remodel is a personal favorite of mine for a few reasons. Of course, it’s a beautiful home and the remodel was well done but there are a couple more things that will keep this home in my top 5 favorite remodels of all time. This was one of the first homes … Read more
Mobile homes a great way to achieve the American dream of owning your own home. These unique vintage motorhomes are becoming popular because they allow people to living a more simple life and travel around the country. In a previous post, History of Mobile Homes, we spoke about the invention of mobile home design and innovation. Today, we are … Read more
There are so many myths and misconceptions about mobile and manufactured homes. One of the worst is that mobile homes somehow attract tornadoes. It’s mind-boggling that anyone can think that! Anyway, here are 7 facts about mobile homes that you probably didn’t know. Since starting Mobile Home Living, I have researched manufactured homes and mobile … Read more
Updated January 22, 2019 Brian and Melissa needed to find their daughter a place to live in her new college town three hours away. Having owned several rental properties over the years they wanted to take advantage of the situation and buy another investment property. Ultimately, they bought a property with a site-built home and … Read more
Apartment Therapy, one of the most popular home decorating blogs in America, boldly proclaims that wood paneling is cool again. We hate to brag but we’ve been dealing with wood paneling in mobile homes for decades so we’re way ahead of the game! One of the biggest complaints from manufactured homeowners is our limited wall … Read more
It doesn’t matter whether you live in a mobile home park, an apartment complex, or a fancy gated community-there will always be problems when people live in close quarters. These mobile home park security tips for bicycles and motorbikes came about because a reader recently asked for ideas to keep her daughter’s new bicycle from … Read more
Beginner’s Guide to Small-Space Decorating Living in a smaller mobile home has many great advantages. Down-sizing and living a more focused lifestyle is a worthy life venture that many of us have gladly chosen. Lower costs for building, operating, and upkeep are the best reasons to chose smaller mobile homes. Living in a small mobile home has disadvantages too – small homes … Read more
You Will Fall for These Cheap DIY Fall Decorating Ideas! There’s something about the crisp air, crunchy leaves, and warm fall colors that make a home cozy and welcoming. Here are 10 cheap DIY fall decorating ideas that will help you create a stylish, relaxing home. Just click on the name of the project to be taken to the … Read more
When the leaves start turning pretty colors and football is in full swing it’s time to winterize your mobile home. Older mobile homes have poor insulation compared to homes built today. Energy efficiency experts say that if your mobile home is over 30 years old you need to add insulation to the floors, walls, and … Read more
Proper planning is the most important step in a kitchen makeover. Thinking about how your family uses the space is absolutely necessary for a successful kitchen makeover. The most successful room makeovers incorporate style with function and create a space for every need. Whether you want a complete gut and rebuild or just a few minor modifications, planning … Read more
Mobile homes have many great advantages. If living within your means or becoming completely debt-free is your goal, an older mobile home should be on the top of your potential housing list. Buying an older mobile home, then building onto it and updating it as your budget allows, is a great way to have a wonderful home at an affordable … Read more