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Old 05-29-2013, 06:48 AM   #7
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Most RV floor decking is now sealed and certified as "suitable for outdoor use" meaning it is "exterior OSB" or plywood, depending on the brand used. This does NOT mean it is waterproof or that it won't be damaged by prolonged exposure to water, but it does mean that it will withstand being wet for a short period of time without damage.

The only way to know is to examine the wood decking under the carpet and see what it looks like. To unequovically say, "my carpet was wet so I want the carpet and the decking replaced" is not cost effective and may well be a waste of time and money. As Barney said, the carpet may be OK once it dries and the floor decking may be in "new condition" or it may be "water damaged"... The dealer won't know until he pulls the carpet and looks at what's under it.

But, to answer your question in a few words, No, it is not reasonable to expect the carpet and floor decking to be replaced because it got wet. It should only be replaced if it is "DAMAGED FROM BEING WET". Keep in mind that any repairs the dealer does to the floor decking is a "patch" and won't be the same as the factory installation which was done before the side walls and the interior were installed. You are going to be better off with the original decking unless it was obviously damaged from exposure to the water that leakd onto it.
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