When you were trying to stay warm during the cold winter months, you probably would not have thought of cooling your mobile home. Perhaps you are looking forward to some great summer opportunities. Before you get too excited, imagine the following scenario.
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Your entire family is ready to have a good time together. Everything is planned. You buy food for a barbecue. The weather is sunny, and you go out for football/baseball. You even invite friends and family. Fortunately, you start the day without any worries.
In the morning, shade, everything is going well. But as the summer sun approaches its peak, the temperature begins to rise, and you feel the heat. Maybe you and your guests want to be cool. What better place to take refuge from the heat of your mobile home for iced tea, soda, or perhaps beer? Make sure your mobile home can keep you cool and more comfortable. Follow our tips below and avoid lying on the couch with tired and sweaty fans to comfort you.
Let's start with the easiest and cheapest way to cool your mobile home in summer. With the first few tips, you can start lowering the temperature of your home, in just a few days, by yourself.
One of the cheapest and simplest solutions is to apply an insulating, anti-glare and private film in your mobile home. Window film is particularly useful for preventing the rays of light from your windows at sunrise and sunset.
In the summer months, the sun's rays shine more directly on the earth's surface. Naturally, this increases the temperature compared to other times of the year. One of the most effective ways to solve this problem is to give your house a cool roof covering. There are several advantages to investing in any type of roof covering:
Roof covering in aluminized asphalt. This is the most common type of roof covering. It’s easier to install, and it sticks to everything, such as metal and asphalt roofs. This type of coating reflects about 60% of the sun's rays, and when dust collects on the sticky surface, it drops to 40%.
Elastomeric roof coating - This is a great option. A glossy white latex coating can reflect the sun's rays from 70% to 85%. As a result, you can save up to 10% to 20% on air conditioning costs. Suppliers approve the same application in two layers with 10 years of protection! More than metallic coatings.
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While a new coat of paint can go a long way toward redesigning your mobile home, painting can be somewhat expensive and time-consuming. Good news! There are alternatives to painting. Most of these options do not even require brushing or drying.
Instead of painting, you can purchase plywood panels. You can find designs that suit your feelings and use them on interior walls. Many older mobile homes have panel walls. However, these panel walls can be damaged, especially when a child or guest is accidentally touching the wall. Removing old walls and installing paternal panels saves you the cost of purchasing paint and plasterboard. If you have an old or used mobile home, repairing the plywood panels with new ones can be an easy adjustment and a beautiful update.
Washi tape is an excellent option if you want something DIY, affordable, with less dirt. This modern ribbon is made from Japanese rice paper. The Washi tape will not damage your walls. Washi tape is easy to remove and leaves no marks on your wall or painted surfaces. Compared to purchasing paint, primers, brushes, and other painting assistants, washi tape is a great deal. The price may vary depending on your project, whether it is a simple accent on the wall or a large design/pattern. Can washi completely replace ribbon paint? No Washi tape is not the fit instrument for you if you need to adjust the color of your walls, to paint the exterior of your wall from one color to different.
Now, if you have a problem with the roof of the mobile home you bought, you will no longer need to change everything. Instead, buy a liquid sealer that will attach to the metal and provide a waterproof coating. Also, you can choose a sealant in color like silver or white that keeps the heat away and keeps the house cool during the warmer months.
You can make a complete change to your mobile home bathroom by installing a brand-new plumbing fixture. Bright tubes and showerheads instantly give your bathroom a fresh look without you having to choose anything expensive
Replace the stained or glued ceramic area in the shower area with prefabricated fiberglass panels. This is not only simple to install but also will save you a good amount of money. It will also increase your quality of life because who wants to take a bath under a shower that falls and gets stained everywhere?
Overall, when it’s time to make some upgrades to your mobile home, consider these simple DIY fixes to instantly upgrade your living space.
]]>1. Understand the Different Types of Mobile Homes
There are two main types of mobile homes: simple, spacious homes, and double-wide. As you can imagine, a double-wide is almost as large as two spacious single houses placed together. However, it's not just the difference between the two. A large house will be narrow inside. The bedrooms will be connected by rear walls instead of a separate corridor. Double-wide, on the other hand, has a wider corridors. In this way, the large double units look like traditional family houses.
2. Consider Buying New or Used
Before considering buying a mobile home, ask yourself if you want a new model, or if a second-hand house is acceptable. Both scenarios have different advantages, and it really comes down to what is preferable for your family. If you move into a larger, used house, you could end up with expensive maintenance and repair costs.
3. Don't Be Afraid to Negotiate
Your mobile home dealer will mark the value of your home for profit. Professional advice? Instead of focusing on monthly payments, focus on reducing the overall cost of the home.
4. Know-How Much Home You Can Afford
It's easy to get overwhelmed by your wish list when you start your journey towards buying a mobile home. However, this is where you plan to live for a while, shop around for a dealer who is ready to offer you the latest upgrades.
The problem is that often buyers are looking for mobile homes that exceed their price range. To avoid this shock, set a budget in advance and calculate how much you are willing to spend. Make sure you consider the cost of insurance, maintenance, and other related costs so that you can narrow the position with which you are comfortable.
5. Find a Carrier
Once you have finished buying a mobile home, the next step is to bring it to the site where you want to install it. It is likely that the dealer from whom you purchased it will be staffed and ready to handle the task. However, shop first and get prices before committing to anything.
Overall, purchasing a mobile home should not be taken lightly. After all, this will be your home for some time. Be patient, know your budget, and shop around with multiple dealers to find the best deal.
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