DURASKIRT™ Products Most Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Categories of questions customers ask frequently for your convenience. If you cannot find what you looking for please contact us or call 360-419-9909.
DURASKIRT™ Product Questions
What Are the Differences Between SDG™, DURASHEDSKIRT™ and DURASKIRT™?
What Are the Differences Between SDG™, DURASHEDSKIRT™ and DURASKIRT™?
Answer:
SDG™ is specifically sold for covering insulation. Although it is somewhat the same as DURASKIRT™ or DURASHEDSKIRT™ the installation methods differ drastically. For this reason, we have made it distinct in its name. Additionally, we have plans to offer concrete screws in various links. We will make the screws available as we source them.
DURASKIRT™ PRO Seriespanels are specifically designed for the manufactured home industry. Thus, their attachment methods and accessories are different. Moreover, the geotech fabric set into these panels make them backfill ready. Also, they require engineering.
DURASHEDSKIRT™ is unique as well. Mainly, it does not include the geotech fabric. Another difference is the venting is not included, and the joist fasteners are an additional cost. The reason for this is that many customers are placing the panels on the outside of their sheds using a 3/4″ drip flashing and cutting in their own vents. Moreover, in the future we will be selling a cut in vent. And, as a side note, this panel works great for post and pier installations.
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Q. What is your most economical (cheap) skirting option?
A. Our most inexpensive skirting product is our DURASKIRT™ PRO30. Although the PRO-30 skirting product costs less it’s still a premium skirting product.
Installing PRO-30 concrete mobile home skirting. For more information about DURASKIRT™ concrete board skirting explore Duraskirt.com
The ASTM E84 test assesses the surface burning characteristics of building materials, providing a Flame Spread Index and Smoke Developed Index to indicate how the material might contribute to flame spread in the event of a fire. It is a crucial standard for ensuring materials meet safety requirements for construction and building finishes.
Q. Once skirting is installed, how do I access the bottom of my home?
A. We sell access well and access door conversion kits. These kits make easy access to the area underneath your home after your skirting is installed. Moreover, see pictorial instructions on how to build our concrete board well. Additionally, be sure to note the desired points of access on your order sketch sheet.
Showing how DURASKIRT™ panels are easily used to make a cement board well. Concrete skirting is the future of mobile home skirting.
Senior and military service discounts available on DURASKIRT™ mobile home skirting.
Q. Is there a minimum amount of skirting I must purchase?
Zack Griffin – DURASKIRT™ Mobile Home Skirting Installation.
A. To minimize the possibility of damage during shipping, DURASKIRT™ orders must be at least ten panels. We do not have minimum order quantities for other products at this time.
A. There is no need to determine how much skirting you’ll need on DURASKIRT.com. However, we will need you to take some measurements. For example, the length of each side and the height from the ground to the bottom side. If you can please email some photos and a sketch.
Oh, plus the length and width of any decks, porches or other additions that you wish to skirt. If you have an unusual configuration or large variation in height of your home off the ground, just give us a call and we can help you calculate the amount of product that you will need.
Q. Does concrete skirting help your manufactured home?
Lets’ ask, “Does concrete skirting help your manufactured home?”
People frequently are asking the question, “does concrete skirting help your manufactured home? Of course it does. The obvious reasons for this phenomenon is the materials used in making concrete. What is concrete made of and why is it a good insulator?
Concrete is made of sand, rocks or aggregate, and cement. Have you sat around a campfire lately? As you know, you gather rocks and sand to build a fire isolation because sand and rocks are absorbing and retaining heat. Equally, they retain cool temperatures as outside temps rise. This quality has a cooling effect on your home in the summer heat.
People frequently are asking the question, “does concrete skirting help your manufactured home? Of course it does.
Too, while outside temperatures are cold the rocks, sand and cement retain and slowing the dissipation or heat loss through the concrete skirting. Best of all, concrete skirting does all concrete has a long lifespan. Uniquely, by adding additional cement content, such as DURASKIRT™ concrete skirting, its considered a waterproof mix ratio. But, the joints are not waterproof.
How do you keep water out?
We recommend placing a plastic barrier against your skirting to guide water into your perimeter drains. By far this is the best way in keeping your under house free from outside moisture. Yes, this helps to keep your energy costs down. As you know, moisture getting into insulation brings R-values down.
Back-Filling Concrete Skirting
Keep in mind you can gain more by back-filling your concrete skirting. We have several videos on the subject of back-filling DURASKIRT™. Please watch closely because you will need to do this precisely. Moreover, gaining the natural insulation that dirt can provide will keep your home warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer.
For more information about our concrete skirting panels please visit www.Duraskirt.comor call 360-419-9909. We are based in Washington State, but can easily ship to most areas.
A. Yes. we sell all components of skirting needed for your home, including panels, joist-fasteners , screws, caulking and door/well hardware. More so, our pre-packaged kits include instructions for installing DURASKIRT™ mobile home skirting.
A. Get Your DIY Mobile Home Skirting Kits (packages) At A Discount
Get a senior discount! Call 360-419-9909.
We proudly offer a 5% discounts on DURASKIRT™ Kits (packages) to:
Active and Veteran military
Seniors age 55+
Q. Do I need framing materials?
Indeed, DURASKIRT™ is a self-framing system.
A. With DURASKIRT™ there is no need for framing materials. The reason is these concrete skirting panelsare self-framing. Indeed, a true value added savings.
Q. Can I use your skirting products on conventional homes?
A. Yes, although DURASKIRT™’s for use as mobile home skirting, customers are finding uses for them on conventional homes. Especially, pier and beam homes.
Indeed, a custom made Park model with real concrete skirting panels. For more information visit DURASKIRT.com
A. In some cases, portions of the skirting may be re-usable, but generally, the answer is no. Each mobile home setup is unique in terms of exact amount of skirting needed. Additionally, to accommodate the land upon which the home is set. Moreover, It’s also not uncommon that skirting is damaged when a home is moved.
Always use durable siding panels like DURASKIRT™ for longevity.
Q. Can concrete backer board be put on the ground?
Concrete Backer Board Do’s & Don’ts – Can It Be used for Ground Contact?
Using great products properly like, concrete backer board is vital. So firstly, let’s start from the beginning with these products uses. Obviously, backer board is just that, “a backer board.” And like all backer boards they’ll be attaching to something. So, after installing both sides of the backer-board will be protected between other materials.
Exposing Backer-Boards to Weathering or Ground Contact
Most importantly, is following the manufactures specifications. Too, installing backer-board by exposing it to weather or ground contact is wrong. More so, being careful that you’re understanding the warranty.
Similarly, I’ve seen people installing backer-boards for mobile home skirting. Fast forward a few years,the concrete backer-boards were crumbling.
Using Backer-Boards Correctly
Being a great product and using backer-board for bathroom wall tile backer or behind floor tiles is proper. Not only installing it go quickly but it also meets your budget.
Properly Taking the Right Steps
Finally, simply making sure the substrate its attaching to is free from moisture or future moisture penetration. Namely, like I said before, “following the manufactures guidelines is vital.”
In Conclusion
Although people are using backer-board for varying applications it’s not always right. Therefore, properly reading the products manual and using the materials correctly is always sensible.
Try This Concrete Board for Using On Your Exterior Projects
This concrete board is for exterior use and back-filling.
P.S. A concrete board people are using for weather, moisture and ground contact. This material is made for skirting and exterior uses. The product is called “DURASKIRT™.”
Q: Can DURASKIRT™, DURASHEDSKIRT™ or SDG™ be painted?
Answer: The DURASKIRT™, DURASHEDSKIRT™ or SDG™ is concrete, therefore we recommend using exterior concrete paint or solid color stain. Moreover, we recommend following all your paint manufacturer’s recommendations. Of course, making certain the paint or solid color stain is for painting exterior concrete.
Side Note: Follow surface prep procedures carefully.
Q. Once skirting is installed, how do I access the bottom of my home?
A. We sell access well and access door conversion kits. These kits make easy access to the area underneath your home after your skirting is installed. Moreover, see pictorial instructions on how to build our concrete board well. Additionally, be sure to note the desired points of access on your order sketch sheet.
Showing how DURASKIRT™ panels are easily used to make a cement board well. Concrete skirting is the future of mobile home skirting.
Senior and military service discounts available on DURASKIRT™ mobile home skirting.
Obviously, installing DURASKIRT™ on a mobile home.
A. We have a list of installers in Washington State. Additionally, to locate other installers in your area, we recommend an internet search for mobile home installers or mobile home services in your area.
A. You can use our “Hidden-Vent” calculator which uses one square foot of ventilation per 150 of crawl space area under your home. However, local zoning and code requirements vary by
Why DURASKIRT™? Hidden-Vent Feature.
location. Moreover, checking your local codes will ensure compliance with your specific ventilation requirements.
Note: Purchaser is solely responsible with compliance with all laws regarding installation or use of any items on this web site, including, but not limited to those regarding ventilation.
A. While the crates that our products are shipped on may be heavy, the skirting products may be un-packaged after delivery. Moreover, to do this please follow the message ” OPEN HERE” on the outside of crates and insure they’re placed on level ground. Then, begin unloading one pieces at a time. More so, all panels are facing out with a mark on their backsides.
Be sure to install the marked sides toward the inside of the crawlspace. Fronts are designed to retain back-fill and resist impact.
Q. Does concrete skirting help your manufactured home?
Lets’ ask, “Does concrete skirting help your manufactured home?”
People frequently are asking the question, “does concrete skirting help your manufactured home? Of course it does. The obvious reasons for this phenomenon is the materials used in making concrete. What is concrete made of and why is it a good insulator?
Concrete is made of sand, rocks or aggregate, and cement. Have you sat around a campfire lately? As you know, you gather rocks and sand to build a fire isolation because sand and rocks are absorbing and retaining heat. Equally, they retain cool temperatures as outside temps rise. This quality has a cooling effect on your home in the summer heat.
People frequently are asking the question, “does concrete skirting help your manufactured home? Of course it does.
Too, while outside temperatures are cold the rocks, sand and cement retain and slowing the dissipation or heat loss through the concrete skirting. Best of all, concrete skirting does all concrete has a long lifespan. Uniquely, by adding additional cement content, such as DURASKIRT™ concrete skirting, its considered a waterproof mix ratio. But, the joints are not waterproof.
How do you keep water out?
We recommend placing a plastic barrier against your skirting to guide water into your perimeter drains. By far this is the best way in keeping your under house free from outside moisture. Yes, this helps to keep your energy costs down. As you know, moisture getting into insulation brings R-values down.
Back-Filling Concrete Skirting
Keep in mind you can gain more by back-filling your concrete skirting. We have several videos on the subject of back-filling DURASKIRT™. Please watch closely because you will need to do this precisely. Moreover, gaining the natural insulation that dirt can provide will keep your home warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer.
For more information about our concrete skirting panels please visit www.Duraskirt.comor call 360-419-9909. We are based in Washington State, but can easily ship to most areas.
DURASKIRT™ brand mobile home skirting getting buried.
Can you bury cement board? Does cement board hold up to being buried?
We are often asked if DURASKIRT™ brand cement board can be buried. Yes, DURASKIRT™ is made for ground burial. So, you can you bury cement board. In fact, the embedding of geotech material in one end is for holding our skirting in place. Moreover, we have instruction for installing our mobile home skirting.
Note: Other brands of cement board may not warrant back-filling.
Q. Can I use your skirting products on conventional homes?
A. Yes, although DURASKIRT™’s for use as mobile home skirting, customers are finding uses for them on conventional homes. Especially, pier and beam homes.
Indeed, a custom made Park model with real concrete skirting panels. For more information visit DURASKIRT.com
Q. Can concrete backer board be put on the ground?
Concrete Backer Board Do’s & Don’ts – Can It Be used for Ground Contact?
Using great products properly like, concrete backer board is vital. So firstly, let’s start from the beginning with these products uses. Obviously, backer board is just that, “a backer board.” And like all backer boards they’ll be attaching to something. So, after installing both sides of the backer-board will be protected between other materials.
Exposing Backer-Boards to Weathering or Ground Contact
Most importantly, is following the manufactures specifications. Too, installing backer-board by exposing it to weather or ground contact is wrong. More so, being careful that you’re understanding the warranty.
Similarly, I’ve seen people installing backer-boards for mobile home skirting. Fast forward a few years,the concrete backer-boards were crumbling.
Using Backer-Boards Correctly
Being a great product and using backer-board for bathroom wall tile backer or behind floor tiles is proper. Not only installing it go quickly but it also meets your budget.
Properly Taking the Right Steps
Finally, simply making sure the substrate its attaching to is free from moisture or future moisture penetration. Namely, like I said before, “following the manufactures guidelines is vital.”
In Conclusion
Although people are using backer-board for varying applications it’s not always right. Therefore, properly reading the products manual and using the materials correctly is always sensible.
Try This Concrete Board for Using On Your Exterior Projects
This concrete board is for exterior use and back-filling.
P.S. A concrete board people are using for weather, moisture and ground contact. This material is made for skirting and exterior uses. The product is called “DURASKIRT™.”
A. We feel our shipping rates are reasonable. Additionally, most items available on DURASKIRT.com are too large for small parcel shippers. Hence, we cannot use UPS Ground or Fed Ex Ground
and must use LTL (less than truckload) common carriers.
Q. What is your most economical (cheap) skirting option?
A. Our most inexpensive skirting product is our DURASKIRT™ PRO30. Although the PRO-30 skirting product costs less it’s still a premium skirting product.
Installing PRO-30 concrete mobile home skirting. For more information about DURASKIRT™ concrete board skirting explore Duraskirt.com
Q. Once skirting is installed, how do I access the bottom of my home?
A. We sell access well and access door conversion kits. These kits make easy access to the area underneath your home after your skirting is installed. Moreover, see pictorial instructions on how to build our concrete board well. Additionally, be sure to note the desired points of access on your order sketch sheet.
Showing how DURASKIRT™ panels are easily used to make a cement board well. Concrete skirting is the future of mobile home skirting.
Senior and military service discounts available on DURASKIRT™ mobile home skirting.
Q. Is there a minimum amount of skirting I must purchase?
Zack Griffin – DURASKIRT™ Mobile Home Skirting Installation.
A. To minimize the possibility of damage during shipping, DURASKIRT™ orders must be at least ten panels. We do not have minimum order quantities for other products at this time.
Q. How do I make sure the skirting matches the color of my home?
A. As you may know colors display differently on different computer, tablet and phone displays. Moreover, the only way to ensure that a skirting color matches your home is to order a sample.
DURASKIRT™ concrete skirting panels for mobile homes are easily installed.
Samples consist of small pieces of the actual product. Samples of all of our skirting products are available by contacting us.
A. There is no need to determine how much skirting you’ll need on DURASKIRT.com. However, we will need you to take some measurements. For example, the length of each side and the height from the ground to the bottom side. If you can please email some photos and a sketch.
Oh, plus the length and width of any decks, porches or other additions that you wish to skirt. If you have an unusual configuration or large variation in height of your home off the ground, just give us a call and we can help you calculate the amount of product that you will need.
Q. Do you suggest ordering a few extra pieces of skirting?
A. Unnecessary, because we believe in the bakers dozen concept. So, to allow some margin of error in measurement and/or the installation process we add extra panels and hardware to every order. Because of shipping costs, it is cost-prohibitive to order one or two pieces at a time. Moreover, we provide this because it’s more economical to add a few extra pieces to your order than to have to place a second order for an extra piece or two.
Alternatives to plywood and plywood skirting for manufactured homes.
A. Yes. we sell all components of skirting needed for your home, including panels, joist-fasteners , screws, caulking and door/well hardware. More so, our pre-packaged kits include instructions for installing DURASKIRT™ mobile home skirting.
A. Get Your DIY Mobile Home Skirting Kits (packages) At A Discount
Get a senior discount! Call 360-419-9909.
We proudly offer a 5% discounts on DURASKIRT™ Kits (packages) to:
Active and Veteran military
Seniors age 55+
Q. Do I need ventilation? If so, how much?
A. You can use our “Hidden-Vent” calculator which uses one square foot of ventilation per 150 of crawl space area under your home. However, local zoning and code requirements vary by
Why DURASKIRT™? Hidden-Vent Feature.
location. Moreover, checking your local codes will ensure compliance with your specific ventilation requirements.
Note: Purchaser is solely responsible with compliance with all laws regarding installation or use of any items on this web site, including, but not limited to those regarding ventilation.
A. With DURASKIRT™ there is no need for framing materials. The reason is these concrete skirting panelsare self-framing. Indeed, a true value added savings.
Q. Can I use your skirting products on conventional homes?
A. Yes, although DURASKIRT™’s for use as mobile home skirting, customers are finding uses for them on conventional homes. Especially, pier and beam homes.
Indeed, a custom made Park model with real concrete skirting panels. For more information visit DURASKIRT.com
A. While the crates that our products are shipped on may be heavy, the skirting products may be un-packaged after delivery. Moreover, to do this please follow the message ” OPEN HERE” on the outside of crates and insure they’re placed on level ground. Then, begin unloading one pieces at a time. More so, all panels are facing out with a mark on their backsides.
Be sure to install the marked sides toward the inside of the crawlspace. Fronts are designed to retain back-fill and resist impact.
A. In some cases, portions of the skirting may be re-usable, but generally, the answer is no. Each mobile home setup is unique in terms of exact amount of skirting needed. Additionally, to accommodate the land upon which the home is set. Moreover, It’s also not uncommon that skirting is damaged when a home is moved.
Always use durable siding panels like DURASKIRT™ for longevity.
For example, following our installation manual the men on “Tiny House Nation” installing DURASKIRT™.
A. Individuals experienced in the safe operation of a skill saw and with home improvement projects can install our products. Moreover, if you don’t have such experience, we recommend finding a local installer to ensure a safe and appropriate installation.
Q: Can DURASKIRT™, DURASHEDSKIRT™ or SDG™ be painted?
Answer: The DURASKIRT™, DURASHEDSKIRT™ or SDG™ is concrete, therefore we recommend using exterior concrete paint or solid color stain. Moreover, we recommend following all your paint manufacturer’s recommendations. Of course, making certain the paint or solid color stain is for painting exterior concrete.
Side Note: Follow surface prep procedures carefully.
DURASKIRT™ is a solid concrete skirting product marketed directly to the public. There are many reasons DURASKIRT™ is sold this way. The primary reason is you our customer. You deserve the best skirting money can buy. If you’re like most people you want to do something and not come back ten years later and do it again. You want a one and done solution. That’s why we sell DURASKIRT™ this way!
More so, our quality kits we produce are for homeowners, contractors and developers alike. Shipping to all states you may have already seen our product. If so, take a closer look and you will see DURASKIRT™ is a long lasting product designed to be “One and Done!”
There Are Many, as you know, False Internet Search Leads For Purchasing DURASKIRT™
If you follow the search terms below you it will go to our pages where you can find the correct information. This is only meant to retrain the search engines to actually work to help people find the right answer. Not to confuse people.
Roadside delivery is included but must be level ground and accessible by LTL trucking. Moreover, included in delivery is driver will unload crates via his liftgate straight down onto plywood you provide. Remember, it is your responsibility to be there and you must make appropriate arrangements to do so.
A. Other Services Not Provided:
If you request special delivery and/or unloading services from the freight carrier (e.g., re-consignment, re-delivery, etc.), such additional services are not part of the shipping cost charged to you by DURASKIRT, LLC. Furthermore, if you accept such additional services, you must pay for them at the time of delivery. Finally, if you do not pay for them at the time of delivery, you authorize us to charge you for the costs of these additional services.
What Are the Differences Between SDG™, DURASHEDSKIRT™ and DURASKIRT™?
What Are the Differences Between SDG™, DURASHEDSKIRT™ and DURASKIRT™?
Answer:
SDG™ is specifically sold for covering insulation. Although it is somewhat the same as DURASKIRT™ or DURASHEDSKIRT™ the installation methods differ drastically. For this reason, we have made it distinct in its name. Additionally, we have plans to offer concrete screws in various links. We will make the screws available as we source them.
DURASKIRT™ PRO Seriespanels are specifically designed for the manufactured home industry. Thus, their attachment methods and accessories are different. Moreover, the geotech fabric set into these panels make them backfill ready. Also, they require engineering.
DURASHEDSKIRT™ is unique as well. Mainly, it does not include the geotech fabric. Another difference is the venting is not included, and the joist fasteners are an additional cost. The reason for this is that many customers are placing the panels on the outside of their sheds using a 3/4″ drip flashing and cutting in their own vents. Moreover, in the future we will be selling a cut in vent. And, as a side note, this panel works great for post and pier installations.
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Painting DURASKIRT™, SHEDSKIRT™ or SDG™
Q: Can DURASKIRT™, DURASHEDSKIRT™ or SDG™ be painted?
Answer: The DURASKIRT™, DURASHEDSKIRT™ or SDG™ is concrete, therefore we recommend using exterior concrete paint or solid color stain. Moreover, we recommend following all your paint manufacturer’s recommendations. Of course, making certain the paint or solid color stain is for painting exterior concrete.
Side Note: Follow surface prep procedures carefully.
My concrete shed base is on a slope with a deep side showing how can I disguise the concrete?
How Can I Skirt My Shed With Concrete on a Slope?
Although this is not the normal situation we do have a way to skirt your shed on a slope that makes sense. We have an article that addresses this for manufactured
This image shows a manufactured home being skirted with DURASKIRT™ on a sloped lot.
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