A Comprehensive Guide to Mobile Home Skirting

Whether you’re a long-term mobile homeowner or new to the scene, skirting is a topic you cannot afford to ignore. It’s an essential part of a mobile home, not only for aesthetics but also for protection. But why is skirting important? What type is best for your home, and how is it installed? This article is your ultimate guide to mobile home skirting, offering all the essentials you need to make an informed decision.

First things first: What is mobile home skirting?

Skirting, also known as underpinning, is a material used to enclose the crawl space of a mobile home. It acts as a visual cover, extending from the bottom of the house to the ground or the foundation. But it’s far more than just a matter of curb appeal.

Here’s a brief overview of the benefits of mobile home skirting:

So, what options do you have for mobile home skirting?

The skirting you choose for your home will depend on your budget, the climate, and personal preference. Here’s a brief overview of the most common skirting materials:

Ranked as one of the most popular skirting options, vinyl skirting is budget-friendly and quite attractive. Typically made of vertically lined panels, this skirting comes in various colors and styles to match your home’s exterior.

Vinyl skirting installation requires four different components: the panels, U-channel ground tracks, the top J-channel, and the trim. Each panel is usually sold at 11’8″ in length, allowing mobile homes on an incline to adjust the panel’s height easily to fit the area.

For example, if your home sits on an incline, you can cut the panels at the correct angle to fit the area – one side of the panel could start at 2 feet and end at 1 foot.

Another benefit of mobile home vinyl skirting is that vinyl is environmentally friendly and one of the most sustainable materials on earth. 
 

Mobile Home Parts Store offers Deluxe Vinyl Skirting with 4.9 sq. inches of ventilation per foot and unvented panels. However, some building codes may not allow vented panels, so it is best to check with your local inspector before purchasing. Vented and non-vented vinyl skirting is available in five colors to match all of your skirting needs.

Just ranked slightly below vinyl in popularity, rock skirting offers a high-end look without the expense and hassle of masonry rock. Instead, these panels emulate the appearance of natural stone, such as granite and sandstone.
 

While rock skirting is more expensive than vinyl, it provides superior durability. Reil Rock skirting from Mobile Home Parts Store is constructed from a single mold of ABS material to help insulate the area beneath your home and holds up in inclement weather. It is available in 60″ sections with three different height options, including 32 “, 36″, or 48”. 

This type of skirting is relatively easy to install, allowing for a top track if needed. Similar to vinyl’s U-channels, if your panel is shy of a couple of inches, you can use the top track to cover up the access.

If you’re aiming for a more traditional look, stone, and brick skirting might be a perfect choice! Although similar to rock skirting, these types boast an uncanny resemblance to authentic stonework.

This insulated mobile home skirting class is made of injection molded copolymer for superior quality. Its remarkable resilience enables it to bear wind speeds up to 150 mph and radically shifting temperatures. Although stone and brick skirting tend to be more expensive than vinyl and simulated rock, their outstanding curb appeal and weather resistance could make them an excellent investment.

A contemporary design, Novik stacked stone, and brick are among our most popular skirting styles – a classic look coupled with easy maintenance. 

Our stacked stone is available in a soft desert, gray canyon, or rustic mountain blend. Meanwhile, Novik’s brick skirting comes in a classic old red, vibrant red, or brown blend. While other brick or stone skirting might fade over time, Novik infuses additives and anti-UV stabilizers into the copolymer to ensure resistance to streaking or discoloration.

Coming in at 48″ in length by 18 ½” in height, installation is a breeze for one person using only traditional tools. Novik’s stacked stone and brick are a simple way to achieve the beauty of natural stone without the hassle of mortar or masonry skills.

Before rushing to purchase your new skirting, there are some critical factors to consider:

Before purchasing, take some time to determine how much skirting you’ll need. Skirting is usually made in large lots that can vary slightly in size. If you do not order enough skirting, this could lead to difficulty. Determining how much skirting you need will limit the variation between the skirting panels you install, making your project much more manageable.