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by nestsman
Wed Sep 25, 2013 7:01 pm
Forum: Mobile Home Repair
Topic: Spray foam or caulk for filling cracks?
Replies: 2
Views: 1910

Spray foam or caulk for filling cracks?

Now that I have the cheap wood removed from around the window sill, I see some serious gaps that I could seal to prevent wind and dust from coming in. What do you guys prefer? Spray foam or caulk. State your reasons please.

Thanks!
by nestsman
Mon Sep 23, 2013 10:58 pm
Forum: Mobile Home Repair
Topic: What is this small groove in vinyl windows?
Replies: 3
Views: 2957

What is this small groove in vinyl windows?

My mobile home has cheap, thin wood in all the window sills. I removed all of it and plan on adding some drywall, corner beads, mud, etc. I noticed a small groove around the entire vinyl window and I'm not sure what it's for. Any ideas?

Thanks!
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by nestsman
Mon Sep 23, 2013 10:55 pm
Forum: Mobile Home Repair
Topic: Unwanted double doors for master bathroom
Replies: 4
Views: 2604

Unwanted double doors for master bathroom

I'm really not sure why a bathroom in a mobile home needs double doors. Have any of you guys removed the double doors and put in something else? What about the weird gap at the top? I have one word for this style....ugly. I need some makeover ideas.

Thanks!
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by nestsman
Mon Sep 23, 2013 10:52 pm
Forum: Mobile Home Repair
Topic: Bathroom mirror difficult to remove
Replies: 6
Views: 3675

Bathroom mirror difficult to remove

The top of this mirror has some plastic mounting hardware. But the bottom of the mirror, shown in this photo, is different. It feels like it's permanently mounted in this metal piece. I didn't pry very hard because I didn't want to break the glass. What is the best way to remove the mirror with this...
by nestsman
Sun Sep 22, 2013 4:27 pm
Forum: Mobile Home Repair
Topic: Why is my roof so lumpy?
Replies: 4
Views: 2423

Re: Why is my roof so lumpy?

Is it even safe to stand on then? I plan on getting up there this week to paint it with Henry's white roof sealant.
by nestsman
Sun Sep 22, 2013 12:33 pm
Forum: Mobile Home Repair
Topic: Window sill destroyed by water damage
Replies: 2
Views: 2546

Window sill destroyed by water damage

Any ideas on the best way to replace this 2x6 below the window? I hope I don't have to remove the kitchen counter top to do this.

Thanks!

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by nestsman
Sun Sep 22, 2013 12:17 pm
Forum: Mobile Home Repair
Topic: Plastic corner beads work for inside corners?
Replies: 6
Views: 4848

Plastic corner beads work for inside corners?

I have removed the battens inside my mobile home and now I'm about to add the plastic corner beads. Is there any reason why I couldn't use these for inside corners too? Some of the inside corders have a huge gap between the two pieces of drywall, and so I thought these might work good to help hold t...
by nestsman
Sun Sep 22, 2013 12:12 pm
Forum: Mobile Home Repair
Topic: Why is my roof so lumpy?
Replies: 4
Views: 2423

Why is my roof so lumpy?

If you look closely, my metal roof is wavy/lumpy. If this was a factory job, which I think it is, why does it do this? Surely there is some sort of sub-roof below the metal, plywood perhaps?

Thoughts?
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by nestsman
Sat Sep 21, 2013 1:57 pm
Forum: Mobile Home Repair
Topic: What kind of vent is this?
Replies: 9
Views: 4884

Re: What kind of vent is this?

Should I buy a new one and put it on the inside wall so the vent actually works as designed? How important is this?
by nestsman
Sat Sep 21, 2013 1:28 pm
Forum: Mobile Home Repair
Topic: The best way to operate on an underbelly
Replies: 3
Views: 2440

Re: The best way to operate on an underbelly

JD, is this the particular product that you are recommending? It has a number of 08090.

http://www.amazon.com/3M-08090-Yellow-S ... 904&sr=8-1

Thanks!
by nestsman
Wed Sep 18, 2013 10:06 am
Forum: Mobile Home Repair
Topic: Anyone ever apply Nansulate?
Replies: 4
Views: 2343

Re: Anyone ever apply Nansulate?

No my mobile home has a metal roof.
by nestsman
Tue Sep 17, 2013 4:58 pm
Forum: Mobile Home Repair
Topic: Anyone ever apply Nansulate?
Replies: 4
Views: 2343

Re: Anyone ever apply Nansulate?

I was thinking of putting it on the roof before I bought a product made by the Henry company.
by nestsman
Mon Sep 16, 2013 5:22 pm
Forum: Mobile Home Repair
Topic: Where to purchase drywall and floor boards
Replies: 4
Views: 3068

Where to purchase drywall and floor boards

Apparently I need drywall panels that are 3/8 of an inch, which is not sold at places like Home Depot. Does anyone know where I can buy that size?

Also, I need ¾ inch plywood to fix a hole in the floor. Of the different grades available, can anyone suggest what would work best?

Thank you.
by nestsman
Mon Sep 16, 2013 5:11 pm
Forum: Mobile Home Repair
Topic: Anyone ever apply Nansulate?
Replies: 4
Views: 2343

Anyone ever apply Nansulate?

A friend said this stuff is rally good, but it seems a bit expensive for my old mobile home. Anyone try using it before?

http://www.nansulate.com

Thanks!
by nestsman
Fri Sep 06, 2013 5:47 pm
Forum: Mobile Home Repair
Topic: The best way to operate on an underbelly
Replies: 3
Views: 2440

The best way to operate on an underbelly

I tore out a shower recently and will soon use a PEX wrench to cap the water lines. Then I will also cap the drain pipe. I'm wondering what is the best way to fix the hole in the fabric that covers the belly of the home.

Thanks!
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