Insurance Quotes

Advertisement

Message Forums

Welcome Guest Register  Log In  Search  Latest Posts
 Reception - All Forums
   Caravans and Caravanning -  Caravan Repairs, Servicing and Maintenance
Share   Post on X / Twitter  Share on Facebook  Email
Subject Topic: Dreaded Damp
Post Reply
26/10/2007 at 1:06pm
 Location: South Devon
 Outfit: Avondale Sandmartin
View redvers's Profile View Profile   Reply to redvers Reply   Quote redvers Quote  
Joined: 25/10/2007

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   51

Site Reviews Total: 0
Site Reviews 2026: 0 
Site Reviews 2025: 0 
Site Reviews 2024: 0 
Site Reviews 2023: 0 
Site Reviews 2022: 0 
Site Reviews 2021: 0 
Site Reviews 2020: 0 
Site Nights 2026: 0
Site Nights 2025: 0
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0

I have discovered damp in my Avondale Sandmatin and its exstensive around the door and the main wood structure has completely crumbled, It looks as if it is comeing via the awning rail I feel confident enough to tackle the job since reading other peoples similar problems what I would like to know is 1) Where can I purchase 3ml marine ply and 2) How difficult is it to remove internal fittings such as cubboards etc, Any helpful advice would be appreciated....Thank yo


26/10/2007 at 1:32pm
 Location: None Entered
 Outfit: None Entered
View Gowerray's Profile View Profile   Reply to Gowerray Reply   Quote Gowerray Quote  
Joined: 01/7/2007

Silver Member
Silver Member

Forum Posts:   198

Site Reviews Total: 2
Site Reviews 2026: 0 
Site Reviews 2025: 0 
Site Reviews 2024: 0 
Site Reviews 2023: 0 
Site Reviews 2022: 0 
Site Reviews 2021: 0 
Site Reviews 2020: 0 
Site Nights 2026: 0
Site Nights 2025: 0
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0

Hi Redvers,
                I can't help with the details you need, sorry but I'm sure someone will be along with all the info you need. You've come to the right place with no shortage of expertise and advice freely on offer. Really great people here. Meanwhile you won't go far wrong by having a look at the work done by the 'Fixed it' members. Quite possible all the information you need is there in glorious technicolour. Have a look here



28/10/2007 at 12:43am
 Location: Bristol
 Outfit: Lunar Conquest 544 a
View wizard9956's Profile View Profile   Reply to wizard9956 Reply   Quote wizard9956 Quote  
Joined: 25/9/2004

Diamond Member
Diamond Member

Forum Posts:   7530

Site Reviews Total: 0
Site Reviews 2026: 0 
Site Reviews 2025: 0 
Site Reviews 2024: 0 
Site Reviews 2023: 0 
Site Reviews 2022: 0 
Site Reviews 2021: 0 
Site Reviews 2020: 0 
Site Nights 2026: 0
Site Nights 2025: 0
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0

Hi Redvers , welcome to UKCS , the cupboards can sometimes come out fairly easily and other times they can be a pain , have a good search for hidden fixings , they sometimes have plastic caps covering them . Some cupboards have fixings coming down thro the roof spars these are a real pain , the best i can come up with for these is to saw thro them ( side a hacksaw blade between the cupboard and the ceiling board ) , the only thing you'll have to over come then is how your going to refix the cupboard to the ceiling . If you do a search for wall boards ( see search button above ) you should come up with plenty of posts telling you where you can buy online . Here's one  Olearys ( look near the bottom of the page ) .
If you need advice when doing your damp repairs just ask The Fixed it Club members will be glad to advise you .

atb

Wizard



28/10/2007 at 9:37am
 Location: South Devon
 Outfit: Avondale Sandmartin
View redvers's Profile View Profile   Reply to redvers Reply   Quote redvers Quote  
Joined: 25/10/2007

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   51

Site Reviews Total: 0
Site Reviews 2026: 0 
Site Reviews 2025: 0 
Site Reviews 2024: 0 
Site Reviews 2023: 0 
Site Reviews 2022: 0 
Site Reviews 2021: 0 
Site Reviews 2020: 0 
Site Nights 2026: 0
Site Nights 2025: 0
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0

Hi Wizard

Many thanks for your info/offers I will follow them up

 

Regards............... Redvers



28/10/2007 at 11:24am
 Location: avon
 Outfit: Avondale sandmartin toyota carina
View adn1234's Profile View Profile   Reply to adn1234 Reply   Quote adn1234 Quote  
Joined: 26/2/2006

Standard Member
Standard Member

Forum Posts:   45

Site Reviews Total: 0
Site Reviews 2026: 0 
Site Reviews 2025: 0 
Site Reviews 2024: 0 
Site Reviews 2023: 0 
Site Reviews 2022: 0 
Site Reviews 2021: 0 
Site Reviews 2020: 0 
Site Nights 2026: 0
Site Nights 2025: 0
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0

 just found an old post a member called alan did a lot of work on damp in his caravan so if alan is still around he may be of help



-------------
deldaydream


Advertisement

Roofbox


28/10/2007 at 11:32am
 Location: Bristol
 Outfit: Lunar Conquest 544 a
View wizard9956's Profile View Profile   Reply to wizard9956 Reply   Quote wizard9956 Quote  
Joined: 25/9/2004

Diamond Member
Diamond Member

Forum Posts:   7530

Site Reviews Total: 0
Site Reviews 2026: 0 
Site Reviews 2025: 0 
Site Reviews 2024: 0 
Site Reviews 2023: 0 
Site Reviews 2022: 0 
Site Reviews 2021: 0 
Site Reviews 2020: 0 
Site Nights 2026: 0
Site Nights 2025: 0
Site Nights 2024: 0
Site Nights 2023: 0
Site Nights 2022: 0
Site Nights 2021: 0
Site Nights 2020: 0

Quote: Originally posted by adn1234 on 28/10/2007

 just found an old post a member called alan did a lot of work on damp in his caravan so if alan is still around he may be of help


This should take you to him http://www.alanparkers.dsl.pipex.com/

atb

Wizard




In order to post a reply you will need to register, or if already registered please log in here

Prev       Next
Quick Links - All Forums - Caravan Repairs, Servicing and Maintenance - Top of Page

     Share   Post on X / Twitter  Share on Facebook  Email


Latest News, Discounts and Competitions  see all...















    Upcoming Event

UKCS Meet Elvaston Steam Rally 2026 03/07 to 06/07

Amazing family weekend with old steam engines, classic car displays, market stalls, and full catering and bar. And camping on site - Save £25 by booking in advance.


6398 Visitors online !

Free UKCampsite.co.uk Window Sticker  -  Add a Missing Campsite

[Message Forums]  [Caravan Sites & Camping]  [Company Listings]  [Features / Advice]  [Virtual Brochure]  [Special Offers]
[Reception]  [Competitions]  [Caravans & Motorhomes For Sale]  [Event Diary]  [Tent Reviews

[Contact Us



Please note we are not responsible for the content of external sites & any reviews represent the author's personal view only. Please report any error here. You may view our privacy and cookie policy and terms and conditions here. All copyrights & other intellectual property rights in the design and content of this web site are reserved to the UKCampsite.co.uk © 1999 - 2026


Advertisement


Advertisement

Advertisement