1979 Scamps originally had Ensolite (black closed cell foam with a textured white vinyl surface layer) covering the walls, so the carpet is not original. Important question: what kind of carpet? More important, is the original Ensolite still present under the carpet?
Casita has used a synthetic carpet with a closed cell foam backing (doesn’t absorb moisture, adds a modicum of thermal insulation, deadens sound and prevents condensation) for many years. They are based on east Texas and sell many trailers in the SE without issues relating to the carpet.
Since 1985,
Scamp has used a layer of foil bubble wrap covered with a fuzzy, carpet-like marine headliner. It serves the same functions- insulation, condensation, sound- as the foam-backed carpet used by
Casita. I like it, and I haven't heard complaints about performance in a humid climate.
Long and short, carpet in a molded trailer can be good, provided it’s the right kind of carpet. Like Bill, I wouldn’t be in a big hurry to take it out. Let us know what you find out about the carpet and what’s under it.
Start by cleaning it really well.
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