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A History of American Trailer Parks
The history of the American trailer park is one of the most interesting aspects of our culture. History of the American Trailer Park The term ‘trailer’ is used to describe the original pulled camper concepts that came about in the first half of the 20th century. Job scarcity and housing shortages made these homes popular.…
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The $4,000,000 Mobile Home
The Paradise Cove Mobile Home Park in Malibu, California is unique. The 72-acre oceanfront community is rich in history and sits atop a bluff overlooking the Pacific. It has 257 manufactured homes of all makes and models, some are simple like the modern single wide makeover we recently featured, and some are not so simple, like…
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How Manufactured Homes Are Constructed
Understanding how manufactured homes are constructed can help you remodel or modify a home. This is especially true when you have to replace the flooring or move walls in a mobile home. Knowing the construction methods that are involved, and the order of construction, can help you plan your project better and save money. This…
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RV and Camper Decor Series: DIY RV Design
We continue our RV and Camper Decor Series with this DIY nature-themed RV design. Previously, we enjoyed the Ginter’s gorgeous camper makeover. Humble Beginnings This RV design was found on the Rate My Space blog and started out with the typical oak veneer and lightly patterned walls that we’ve seen throughout the last decade or so,…
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Fabulous 5th Wheel Camper Makeover
This camper makeover is one of the most beautiful and inspiring camper makeovers ever! It’s simple, yet dramatic, and completely changes the interior style of this 33-foot 5th wheel. There’s no doubt about it; the owners, Blaise and Cassandra Ginter, have great style! Before the Transformation Above is a photo of the camper, with a…
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Mobile Home Renovation Ideas: Recycling a Mobile Home Chassis
Recycling a mobile home chassis or frame is a great way to help the environment and your wallet. You can build trailers to haul with, a small home or studio, or you can do what this creative builder did and create a new workshop! This avid woodworker took a dilapidated mobile home and with a…
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