What size Sheetrock is in a mobile home?

Most original sheetrock in mobiles are 3/8 thick, If you use mollys for 1/2" you should be fine.

Also asked, can you put Sheetrock in a mobile home?

Mobile homes are designed to be light, but the walls still have wooden studs and manufacturers will often use 1/4-inch paneling to cover the framing. The wall studs are spaced to support 4-by-8 panels, so the mobile home drywall, which comes in 8ft by 4ft sheets, should be no problem to install.

Also, how much does it cost to put drywall in a mobile home? The cost to install drywall is about $1.50 per square foot. After material and labor are added in, the cost per panel can range from around $40.00 to $60.00. A typical 12x12 room, for example, will use 12 panels. This would put the cost at $480.00-$720.00.

Also asked, what are mobile home interior walls made of?

Manufactured homes often use vinyl on gypsum wall panels or VOG panels. These vinyl coated walls have a shiny finish and usually, have some sort of pattern like flowers printed on the paper under the coating and over the gypsum. Builders used VOG panels because they are lightweight and easy to install.

Do they make 1/4 inch drywall?

1/4-inch: Not a common thickness, 1/4-inch-thick drywall is used as a skimming (or double-wall) material for placing over an existing surface. 1/2-inch: Half-inch drywall panels are the standard thickness for interior walls, as well as ceilings.

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How thick are mobile home walls?

Manufactured home wallboards range in thickness from 5/16” to ½”.

Can you move walls in a mobile home?

Typically, you can remove interior walls in a manufactured home as long as it's not load-bearing. Load bearing walls in manufactured housing include the exterior walls and the marriage line in a double wide. But, I have to suggest that you consult an engineer before you do it (legally).

Should you Sheetrock over paneling?

Drywall can be installed over wood paneling that is in good condition. Paneling was once a popular wallcovering in many homes. Removing paneling can be a time-consuming and costly so many homeowners opt to drywall over the paneling. Installing drywall over paneling is a workable solution if it is done properly.

How much does it cost to completely remodel a mobile home?

All in all, this entire manufactured home remodeling project came to a little over $45,000 (and that includes the cost of the home).

How much drywall do I need for a 1000 sq ft house?

After you find the square footage of drywall needed, simply divide by the square footage of the sheet size you will be using to find the number of sheets needed. For example, if your wall surface is 1000 square feet and you're using 4′ x 8′ sheets, then the number of sheets needed is 1000 / 32, or 31.25.

How do you fix a sagging ceiling in a mobile home?

How to Repair a Mobile Home Ceiling

Remove the damaged, broken, or sagging ceiling material.
Replace the ceiling material.
Tape the sheetrock seams using self-adhesive mesh seam tape and a razor knife to cut the tape.
Apply a coat of sheetrock primer and let dry completely.

Can you mount a TV on the wall in a mobile home?

Mounting a TV in a mobile home requires knowledge of the home's wall material, and the width and type of studs within the walls. Most wall materials alone will not support a TV's weight. Drilling in the center of studs and using the mount manufacturer's recommended hardware should offer the best hold.

How do you decorate an old mobile home?

How to decorate an old mobile home inexpensively

Declutter and rearrange.
Paint it over.
Drape it over.
Wall trim and chair rail.
DIY your own stencil wallpaper.
Showcase collectibles or plants with display shelves.
Replace the bells and whistles.
Spruce up your kitchen cabinets.

Which is cheaper drywall or paneling?

Cheap 3/16 inch fake wood or patterned panels can cost around $10 per panel. A decent real wood veneer can soar to $40 each. It is common practice to put paneling over drywall. If anything, if paneling is not installed over drywall, the seams can be a source of air infiltration, negating any insulation value.

How are mobile home walls built?

Mobile home walls are constructed much like the floors. They consist of a framework, usually in H-shapes, of wooden joists and supports. The space in between these joists forms cavities that are also used for insulation material. Both the interior and exterior of the walls are then covered in panels.

How do you repair interior walls in a mobile home?

Manufactured Home Wall Repair Patch

Step 1 - Sand lightly around damaged area of wall.
Step 2 - Apply spackling compound to back of match.
Step 3 - Place patch over damaged area.
Step 4 - Spread compound over patch, then let dry.
Step 5 - Sand, then apply texture or paint for desired appearance.

How do you hide paneling seams?

To prevent the drywall from showing through the seams in the paneling:

Mark the paneling seam with a pencil.
Move the sheet of paneling out of the way.
Spray black spray paint on the seam along the pencil line.
Install the paneling on the wall.

How can I make my mobile home look nice?

However, if you'd like to make your manufactured home look more like a site-built home these ideas may help.

Construction Upgrades That Make Your Manufactured Home Look More like a Site-Built Home.
Upgrade to a Higher Roof Pitch.
Extend the Eaves.
Install Larger Doors (Exterior and Interior)
Install Crown Molding and Trim.

How thick do walls have to be?

Most interior walls are constructed with 2-by-4 framing, and each 2-by-4 has a nominal width of 3 1/2 inches. Drywall typically covers both sides, and it's usually 1/2 inch thick, which makes the wall 4 1/2 inches thick.

How much does a 4x8 sheet of drywall cost?

4' by 10': $11 per sheet. 4' by 14': $13 per board. 4' by 16': $15 per sheet. 4' by 9': $9 per board.

How much does it cost to tape and finish a sheet of drywall?

Labor and prep costs

Type of Drywall Project	Total Cost
Drywall installation for one or two standard-size rooms	$900-$1,500
Hang and tape an outbuilding with about 40 drywall sheets at $0.75 per square foot	$1,450
Scrape a popcorn ceiling in a kitchen, repair cracks in walls and prime	$475

How do I estimate a drywall job?

Estimate Drywall Sheets

Calculate how many drywall sheets you will need by dividing the total square footage of area by 32 (if you're using 4-by-8 sheets) or by 48 (if you're using 4-by-12 sheets). If you want to get the cost, just multiply the total number of sheets by the price per sheet.