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Post by shanestain on Apr 24, 2017 19:28:33 GMT -8
So, I'm in the process of replacing panels in my 64 Shasta. The PO painted the interior and since I dont want to replace ALL the paneling, I think I am going to paint the new stuff. My question is, has any one used caulking instead of welting on a painted interior and how does it stack up as far as mitigating the squeak?
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Post by vikx on Apr 24, 2017 21:30:15 GMT -8
I don't know about the squeaks, but caulk looks tacky to me... why not go with wood trim?
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Post by nccamper on Apr 25, 2017 3:47:46 GMT -8
I doubt very much that caulking will work like welting to eliminate squeaks. And I agree with vikx, it doesn't look as good.
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Post by shanestain on Apr 25, 2017 6:23:33 GMT -8
Interesting. I thought if the surfaces were all painted you wouldnt see the caulking. Is there a good source for a rope welt similar to what they used?
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Post by nccamper on Apr 25, 2017 7:22:31 GMT -8
Interesting. I thought if the surfaces were all painted you wouldnt see the caulking. Is there a good source for a rope welt similar to what they used? vintagetrailersupply.con and vintagetrailershop.com both sell it. |
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Post by ladywendolyn on Apr 25, 2017 19:09:49 GMT -8
I did caulking on my little painted trailer. It looked great when done. Made the cracks disappear but I sold it so I can not speak to its long term flexibility etc.
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Post by vikx on Apr 25, 2017 19:19:02 GMT -8
Also, welting goes on before the ceiling panels. It is stapled on the wall top edge, cabinets and closet. Really gives a nice finished look. It is almost impossible to install welting after the fact...
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