Caravan Flooring

Most motorhome owners use vinyl near the door, kitchen and washroom, and carpet in the lounge and bedroom. Vinyl wipes clean and copes with wet shoes, while carpet adds warmth and quiet. The Altro vinyl and felt-back carpet here can be used together in that way.

Yes, replacing caravan carpet is a manageable job. Lift the old carpet, use it as a template if it is in one piece, and cut the new felt-back carpet to match with a sharp knife. Felt-back carpet does not need a separate underlay, which keeps the job simpler.

Vinyl suits the high-traffic, wet areas of an RV, such as the entrance, kitchen and washroom. Carpet suits seating and sleeping areas, where comfort and warmth matter more. Many owners combine them, with a neat join or threshold strip between the two.

The felt-back carpet pieces here come in 1m x 4m and 1.5m x 4m. The 1.5m x 4m loop carpet comes in Bark, Flint and Platinum, and a grey 1m x 4m remnant is also listed. Measure each floor area of the caravan and check which piece covers it with the fewest joins.

R10 is a slip-resistance classification used for flooring, with higher R numbers meaning more grip. The Altro grey sparkle vinyl here is listed with an R10 rating, which makes it a common choice for wet areas such as doorways and kitchens. It is a 2mm sheet, 1m x 2m.

Yes, EVA foam mats are a popular awning floor because they are light, quick to lay and warmer than groundsheet alone. The 10mm EVA mats here are 6ft x 4ft. Lay them on a groundsheet and lift them to dry before packing away.

Laminate can be used in a camper, but it is heavier than vinyl and can move as the vehicle flexes and changes temperature. Many converters choose vinyl or carpet for that reason. If you do use laminate, leave an expansion gap at every edge.

Make a paper template of the floor, transfer it to the vinyl and cut with a sharp knife. Let the vinyl sit flat at room temperature first so it relaxes. Stick it down with flooring adhesive or double-sided tape at the edges and joins.

No, felt-back carpet has its backing built in, so it can be laid straight onto the caravan floor without a separate underlay. That keeps weight down and makes fitting simpler. Fix the edges with carpet tape or trim so they do not lift.

A rubber roll suits a motorhome garage, because it grips bikes, boxes and boots and is easy to wash out. The 3.5mm coin rubber roll here comes 1.8m wide and can be cut to fit the locker floor. Rubber also quietens items rattling as you drive.