Why the structure changes the recommendation
A park home's floor sits on a timber deck fixed to a lightweight chassis, not a masonry subfloor or concrete slab, and it flexes and moves seasonally more than a conventional house structure would. That doesn't rule out attractive, durable flooring, but weight and flexibility both need more consideration than in a standard build.
Underneath the deck, ventilation and any past moisture ingress are worth checking, since park home decks can be more exposed to weather from below than a house built on solid foundations.
Where park homes sit in Fife
Residential park home sites are found in various rural and semi-rural spots around Fife, generally standalone developments rather than integrated into town housing stock, and outside conservation area or listed building considerations.
What we'd avoid here
- Fitting very heavy solid flooring without confirming the deck and chassis can support it appropriately.
- Ignoring seasonal movement gaps that a conventional house wouldn't need but a park home deck often does.
Choosing a finish that suits a moving structure
Floating floor systems tend to accommodate a park home's seasonal deck movement more comfortably than fully bonded finishes, which is worth factoring in alongside appearance and durability when choosing a spec.
Deck-specific checks
- Condition of the timber deck and any soft spots
- Evidence of moisture ingress from below the deck
- Chassis-related flex or movement underfoot
- Suitability of existing skirtings for a floating floor