Tile Shortage?

[Jim]

I think I may have stumbled onto the answer here. I’m not sure how the process worked back in 2020, but as of today, Newmar only builds coaches that are pre-sold. During that process, there’s a design stage where the future owner works directly with Newmar (or the dealer they are purchasing from) to customize the interior.

I’ll know more after speaking with Newmar tomorrow, but it’s possible they simply followed the specifications chosen during that design phase, including how the tile is installed and how much of it is used.

One thing does seem clear though, if anyone is planning to order a new coach, it would be wise to confirm that the tile extends throughout the coach. That way, if you decide to change furniture or modify the layout later, you won’t find yourself on a tile-matching scavenger hunt.

 

[FLSteve]

During that process, there’s a design stage where the future owner works directly with Newmar (or the dealer they are purchasing from) to customize the interior.

I’ll know more after speaking with Newmar tomorrow, but it’s possible they simply followed the specifications chosen during that design phase, including how the tile is installed and how much of it is used.

@Jim ... figured I’d chime in with my opinion as well. I think the answer you’re gonna get is what @Neal said, it’s a weight consideration. We’ve ordered multiple Newmar motorhomes and did participate in what kind of specials we wanted, but were never asked about how far the tile runs back. I think it’s based upon what furniture you get. One time we had recliners and it did go all the way back because the recliners could be pulled out, but I think when we had theater seating, it only went back a little ways.

Anyway, just my two cents.

Steve