Why do interior doors of modular homes have 2-3 inch gaps under them?
Modular Home Questions June 11th, 2009Every modular home I have been in have these larger than average gaps underneath all of the doors. I assume this gaps serves some purpose, but I cannot imagine what.
June 11th, 2009 at 12:00 pm
Many of the homes have smaller than normal return air ductwork. They are able to get around this because these homes are not built to regular "stick" built specifications; more so under mobile home specs, which are sub par in comparison. The reason there is a bigger gap is so that more air can flow under the doors, resulting in a more efficient heating/cooling system. Believe it or not, this actually makes up for the inadequacy of the smaller ductwork system.
June 11th, 2009 at 12:00 pm
it has to do with ac/heat ventilation.
June 11th, 2009 at 12:00 pm
Helps with ventilation.
June 11th, 2009 at 12:00 pm
The spaces permit air to flow under the doors. Regular homes have RETURN AIR ducts and module/mobile homes do not. The spaces act as return air supplies. Makes your heat/cooling system run better and more efficient.
June 11th, 2009 at 12:00 pm
So any carpet can be installed and the doors will not drag on it.