The TARDIS - A Four Wheel Camper Build

[pods8]

Yes, it was interesting to see us both post about flooring at the same time.

The foam floor is an interesting idea. But it looks thick, and I have no room to spare between my head and the roof of the camper.

Also, would dirt and dog hair stick to it? I hate trying to scrap dirt along the floor.

The floor is an area where I decided I would splurge, both with cost and weight. I was inspired by a friends old Westy that had a beautiful floor, it was just a normal Westy, but the floor made it feel special.

The sport foam is 1/2" thick which isn't really much in my mind. I don't particularly think dirt/hair would stick to it any more that a vinyl or something of that nature. The interlocking areas may get a tad of built up but I think a vacuum job occasionally would take care of the issue.

I hear you on how a floor can do a lot for aesthetics which is why I'm a tad torn. I think an African wood or teak resilient vinyl plank would look pretty nice (lots of other options too). I've got some time to decide which in terms of aesthetics, weight, cushion. I'd probably save 20-30lb using foam over the planks. Both options are under $50 so it's not the end of the world to me to try foam and then switch or vice versa if my opinion changes.

[wannaby]

just another option to think about.Den

[pods8]

When I personally considered cork or a natural wood I figured moisture could potentially be an issue, also it's not that light since most of the time it's on a wood backing. If going for that texture I'd think a rubber tile would be better suited.


Back on the Amtico stuff: Is there any major difference between it and the Traffic Master resilient flooring planks at home depot? From the little I've seen on Amtico it seems like it might be a tad thinner (and possibly lighter in turn?).

[Overland Hadley]

Back on the Amtico stuff: Is there any major difference between it and the Traffic Master resilient flooring planks at home depot? From the little I've seen on Amtico it seems like it might be a tad thinner (and possibly lighter in turn?).

All I know is there is a huge difference in quality between the commercial grade icore and regular residential grade plank flooring.

I did notice Amtico has a marine grade line. That would be good stuff.

[Captm]

Amtico is tuff stuff. I've dropped tools, brass fittings and once an open bottle of red wine (party foul). No damage or stains, I use a damp cloth for clean up or windex for greasy stuff.
I did make the mistake of going for the cheap stuff at HD for a small home project - still kicking myself for not using Amtico.

[pods8]

I did make the mistake of going for the cheap stuff at HD for a small home project - still kicking myself for not using Amtico.

Mind expanding on what issues you ran into with it?

[Captm]

I have not used the Traffic Master product mentioned in the earlier post. I'll have to go back and look up the product I used but it has not worn well and nicks up easily. My pocket door has rub thru the veneer, granted I should have taken the door off and planed it down. The dogs have scratched it up quite well. I feel the Amtico has a better formula for their product. I don't want to sound like I'm pimping their product but when I find quality I want to pass on the good word. Unfourtunately my product **** list is way longer.

[Overland Hadley]

I don't want to sound like I'm pimping their product but when I find quality I want to pass on the good word. Unfourtunately my product **** list is way longer.

Same here.

[pods8]

Sounds good. I was just wondering considering the basic floors the manufacturers put in most of these campers are roll vinyl.

[Overland Hadley]

I was just wondering considering the basic floors the manufacturers put in most of these campers are roll vinyl.

Anybody know how much the basic roll vinyl floor weights per sqft? It is not lightweight either.

EDIT:
Okay, it looks to be between .5 to 1 lb per sqft. That puts the factory flooring (Eagle) at 10 to 20 pounds.
I feel much better about the added weight of my fancy flooring.