In a message dated 1/17/99 12:24:30 PM, HHamp5246@aol.com writes:

I have carpet too...... I think the wood floors are a good idea, but might be quite heavy. There is some new stuff out called Pergo. not sure exactly what it is, but I would look into it. I know it looks like wood... but what is it?

Hunter -

Pergo is a Scandinavian flooring product that is laminated under high-pressure with a pseudo-woodgrain finish as the top layer...it is sold in "planks" that are 8"wide x 34"long x 1/4" thick and basically indestructible. We installed some in a family room and it is amazing...looks real and you can't kill it with a stick...not even dog toenails scratch it!

But...I don't think it would work in an Airstream application because:

1) it has to float...it's not glued or nailed down...just sort of placed on the subfloor with spacers so it has room to expand and contract depending on humidity
2) it doesn't do well where there's lot's of moisture...water can get into the "planks" and cause them to de-laminate...they don't recommend it for bathrooms for this reason...

Great stuff for the stationary house, though...

Tom in motown
'66 26' Overlander