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01-21-2008, 09:46 AM
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Rivet Master
1973 27' Overlander
Loganville
, Georgia
Join Date: Nov 2007
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Nyloboard
I was driving picking up new locks for my airstream compartments. I was getting them for free from a person who did not need them. On my way I went by a new factory in Covington Georgia that makes Nyloboard. When I got home I called the company and asked about their product. I asked if they had 3/4 inch sheets 4 x 8 sheets of this product and they said they did. They told me it was stronger then 3/4 inch plywood and water resistant. I asked them if I could use it for a subfloor and would it carry more weight then 3/4 plywood. I was told over the phone it was stronger and more durable then plywood. Nyloboard is going to send me a sample to look at. I am posting the link for you other people to check out. I have never used this product but it sounds pretty good. Nyloboard - Applications
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Brian
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01-21-2008, 10:17 AM
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Rivet Master
1971 21' Globetrotter
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Arvada
, Colorado
Join Date: May 2006
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Did you get a quote on how much it costs?
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01-21-2008, 10:26 AM
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Rivet Master
1972 25' Tradewind
North Vancouver
, British Columbia
Join Date: Feb 2006
Posts: 3,421
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Interesting. I wonder what level of off-gassing there is with this product.
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01-21-2008, 11:01 AM
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Rivet Master
1973 27' Overlander
Loganville
, Georgia
Join Date: Nov 2007
Posts: 1,741
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Nyloboard cost
4' X 8' sheet 3/4" thick . I think she told me $139.00. She did say it is a true 3/4" thick.
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Brian
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01-21-2008, 11:54 AM
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Rivet Master
Las Vegas
, Nevada
Join Date: Apr 2007
Posts: 626
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how about the weight of a 4 x 8 x 3/4 sheet ?
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01-21-2008, 11:59 AM
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2 Rivet Member
1970 18' Caravel
Leavenworth
, Kansas
Join Date: Jan 2008
Posts: 23
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Hmmm... was wondeing if I should replace the flooring in my Caravel when I rework the interior. Will be interested to see the group opinion on this.
--Dwight
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01-21-2008, 12:04 PM
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Rivet Master
1967 22' Safari
MILAN
, Illinois
Join Date: Dec 2004
Posts: 2,013
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Karma to you!
Brian, Great new resource! Thanks for the link. I am sending you Karma for this helpful post! Happy Trails, Ed
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01-21-2008, 12:05 PM
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Rivet Master
1967 28' Ambassador
1963 19' Globetrotter
1970 29' Ambassador
Waukesha
, Wisconsin
Join Date: May 2007
Posts: 1,180
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Quote:
Originally Posted by 345bill
how about the weight of a 4 x 8 x 3/4 sheet ?
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The website says it weighs 40lbs/cu.ft. which translates into 80lbs for a 3/4X4'X8' sheet.
According to Bob Vila... the same sheet of plywood weighs about 75lbs.
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01-21-2008, 12:06 PM
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4 Rivet Member
1953 25' Cruiser
Canton
, Mississippi
Join Date: Oct 2002
Location: 1953 25' Cruiser
Posts: 324
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It must be pretty good stuff:
Agriculture – Flooring, Stall Liners, Horse Trailer Floors
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01-21-2008, 03:05 PM
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Rivet Master
1958 22' Flying Cloud
1956 30' Sovereign of the Road
1963 16' Bambi
Southeastern Area
, Tennessee
Join Date: Jul 2006
Posts: 2,116
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Thanks Brian, this is great info. Karma coming your way. It's nice to see that it's made from recycled materials.
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01-21-2008, 03:49 PM
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4 Rivet Member
1973 31' Sovereign
Bertram
, Texas
Join Date: Nov 2006
Posts: 277
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Very interesting. A lot of folks out there have an interest in flooring that is not going to fail after some inconvienient leaks. Very interested to hear of how this works. Stats look impressive!
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01-23-2008, 07:50 AM
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2 Rivet Member
1970 18' Caravel
Leavenworth
, Kansas
Join Date: Jan 2008
Posts: 23
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I requested a sample from the company, if the product is anything like their customer service (sort of a apples to oranges comparison) it will be awesome. Kinberly said the sample is on it's way to me UPS.
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01-23-2008, 08:53 AM
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1968 17' Caravel
Battle Ground
, Washington
Join Date: Dec 2002
Posts: 12,255
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Previously when we've looked at plastic replacement for plywood it has been strong and light, but not as stiff as plywood, and so it needs more supports under it than plywood, else it flexes underfoot. It will be interesting to see if this stuff performs better.
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01-23-2008, 04:54 PM
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2 Rivet Member
2006 28' International CCD
Houston
, Texas
Join Date: Jul 2005
Posts: 40
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I checked the web site. It said nothing about a fire rating, flame spread, etc. Fire is usually the downside with plastic recycle products. FYI - better safe than bar-b-que!
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01-23-2008, 08:28 PM
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Rivet Master
1973 27' Overlander
Loganville
, Georgia
Join Date: Nov 2007
Posts: 1,741
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I got my Nyloboard samples
The boards feel strong and look good. Maybe I will chip some off and put a match to it. I am only going to use one piece in the bathroom. If it catches on fire then at least it is in the tail end of the trailer. The test will be when I put the whole piece in .
Brian
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01-24-2008, 06:34 AM
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2 Rivet Member
2007 27' Classic FB
Havelock
, North Carolina
Join Date: Jul 2007
Posts: 61
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Advantech
Why not just use Advantech Advantech Flooring - Huber Engineered Woods
All the builders around here including me use it in subfloors of new construction because you can leave it exposed for long periods of time with no deterioration and is warrantied for 50 years.
Just a suggestion.
Phil
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01-24-2008, 07:16 AM
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Rivet Master
1973 27' Overlander
Loganville
, Georgia
Join Date: Nov 2007
Posts: 1,741
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I used it for a hot tub cover and I put styrofoam on the adventec and Ihad put a sealer on it. It lasted six months and started to crumble. The hot tub steam was to much for it.
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02-15-2008, 05:36 PM
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2 Rivet Member
1972 31' Sovereign
FAYETTEVILLE
, Arkansas
Join Date: Sep 2003
Posts: 70
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What is the cost of Advantech vs Nyloboard? At $140.00 a sheet Nyloboard should far exceed Advantech in quality. If not, why spend the extra dollars. Plus you have to pay shipping from Georgia.
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02-16-2008, 03:13 AM
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Rivet Master
1973 27' Overlander
Loganville
, Georgia
Join Date: Nov 2007
Posts: 1,741
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Nyloboard is made from Nylon. My understanding from speaking with the nyloboard tech person it is made from recycled carpet scraps.. When they built my house 15 years ago the construction people through the left over carpet after installation in a hole in my woods with all the wood scraps. The wood scraps rotted away but the carpet is still there and has not rotted away. I sure hope nyloboard is made from the same stuff.
I am fortunate because I live 30 minutes away from the factory. I won't have to pay for shipping. I am going to try it. I am picking up my nylo board this monday.
Brian
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02-16-2008, 03:28 AM
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Rivet Master
1967 28' Ambassador
1963 19' Globetrotter
1970 29' Ambassador
Waukesha
, Wisconsin
Join Date: May 2007
Posts: 1,180
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Quote:
Originally Posted by SIU Bound
I am fortunate because I live 30 minutes away from the factory. I won't have to pay for shipping. I am going to try it. I am picking up my nylo board this monday.
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Brian,
I'm glad to hear you are going to try it. I am convinced that I should use it too, but I live 800mi away. Funny thing is, I picked up my trailer right near there... I could have loaded 7 sheets into the trailer and been working on my floor now. As they say " If I knew then, what I know now"
Thanks for pointing out the product and please post your thoughts on how you like working with it. BTW, are you getting the stuff with the fiberglass skins? It is not that much more expensive.
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