We’re seeing more and more horse trailers that are 20+ years old coming in with rotten ramps, floors, and side panels — and this can seriously compromise your horse’s safety.
What Causes Trailer Panel Rot?
The most common causes of panel rot include:
- Moisture getting trapped inside the panel or under mats
- Horse urine soaking through over time
- Poor ventilation or drainage
- Wear and tear around edges, ramps, and hinges
Once the rot sets in, it spreads internally — and by the time you see or feel the damage, it’s too late the panel will need replacing.
Warning Signs to Look Out For:
Soft or spongy feel when stepped on or pressed
Dark, stained, or bubbled panel surfaces
Mouldy or musty smell
Crumbling wood when probed with a tool
Ramp flexing under weight, or weakened hinges
Once panels start to rot, they can’t be repaired safely — they must be replaced to keep your horses protected during loading and travel.
Genuine Ifor Williams Horse Trailer Panels & Ramps
For the highest standards of safety and quality, we only fit genuine Ifor Williams horse trailer panels and ramps.
Whether your trailer has suffered accidental damage or requires replacement parts due to wear and tear, using original manufacturer components ensures the correct fit, strength, and durability.
Genuine panels and ramps are designed specifically for Ifor Williams horse trailers, maintaining the trailer’s structural integrity and providing safe, reliable performance.
- Genuine Ifor Williams horse trailer panels
- Genuine Ifor Williams replacement ramps
- Perfect fit and original manufacturer quality
- Safe and durable repairs
