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10 DIY Projects That Will Improve Your RV
DIR By: Penny
Date: June 30, 2022, 11:11 pm
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10 DIY Projects That Will Improve Your RV
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10 DIY Projects That Will Improve Your RV
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Traveling in an RV is a great way to explore the country and
live comfortably while you do it. You have to make some
compromises when you live out of a camper though, and there are
always ways to make things more efficient, safe, and
comfortable. To help you out, we’ve compiled 10 of the best DIY
projects you can use in an RV.
Follow along with these simple ideas and see what a difference
it can make in your next trip.
1. Use shoe organizers everywhere
It’s no secret that RVs come with limited storage space. When
they have to fit a kitchen, bathroom, entertainment space, and
sometimes multiple beds, there isn’t much room for anything
else.
Luckily, you can use shoe organizers to easily expand your
storage space. These items are versatile and can be hung on
shower curtain rods, on the backs of doors, or even along the
edge of your bed!
One of the best DIY projects you can do involves shoe organizers
that encircle the edge of your bed. These provide easy storage
for shoes, electronics, and other small items. All you need to
do is cut the shoe organizer along each of the rows. Then you
use cords and hooks to secure this string of pockets along the
edge of your bed frame.
It’s easy to find hanging shoe organizers in stores. Check out
this 30-pocket model from Amazon if you’re looking for a good
place to start!
2. Hang things with Command Hooks and tension rods
Unused wall space is a perfect opportunity to expand your
storage possibilities. Command Hooks are simple adhesive items
that you can easily attach to walls. You won’t have to worry
about damaging the interior or drilling new holes when you use
these!
You can use Command Hooks to hang clothes, tools, cleaning
supplies, etc. If you want to add curtains to a window, a set of
Command Hooks and a tension rod is an easy way to make this
happen!
Speaking of tension rods, buy a few of these to use around the
RV as well. You can install them inside closets, cabinets, or
just across empty walls when you need to hang a curtain or dry
some clothes. They’re great DIY options to secure loose items.
3. Install adhesive covers over windows
RVs are designed to be comfortable living spaces that can travel
to just about any environment. However, even the best RV can
sometimes get overheated when you’re got sunlight pouring
through the windows. When it’s too hot and too bright, consider
adding some covers to block the windows.
You can use different types of covers, whether they’re
reflective, insulated, adhesive, etc. I have found that this
blackout window cover is one of the best of its kind and it’s
easy to attach to RV windows.
One of my personal favorite DIY projects involves creating the
perfect theater room. All you need to do is install covers on
the windows, which will keep the room cool, dark, and perfect
for a movie or TV show binge!
4. External mounts for extra gear
Storage space is precious in an RV, so anything you can do to
add more room is valuable. It can be hard to transport bulky
items like kayaks, skis, and bikes inside your camper. So if
you’re out of space on the inside, you can always turn to the
outside.
Storage racks and gear compartments are easy to install on the
back and/or roof of your RV. All you need to do is drill a few
holes and pick sturdy materials to serve as your frame.
You can easily increase your storage capacity, and also have the
items ready for action with no need to dig through your gear.
Just unhook them and start your adventure!
5. Update flooring with vinyl tiles/boards
RVs look nice when you buy them, but after a while, you might
want to redecorate or freshen up the interior design. One area
that can make a big change is the flooring.
Vinyl is a great DIY option for RV flooring because it’s light,
cheap, and easy to install yourself. There are also lots of
designs, including faux wood and stone. These CO-Z vinyl panels
are a beautiful and durable option for anyone who wants to spice
up their camper’s design.
6. Add non-slip pads on cabinet shelves
You’ll want to bring a good amount of food storage when you take
long trips in an RV. Unfortunately, it can be a bit risky to
transport food, dishes, and cooking utensils in a moving
vehicle.
Most of these items will be kept in cabinets or a pantry. To
help keep everything stable, try installing non-slip pads on all
of your cabinet shelves. Some DIY projects take a lot of time,
effort, and special tools, but not this one!
Just stick the pads down, load up your storage space, and close
the doors firmly. Adding a tension rod or bungee cord might help
too (just as an extra precaution).
7. Use a collapsible garbage can
Outdoor camping is great… until you gather a bunch of trash and
have to haul it all the way out to the campsite dumpster. These
can be hard to open and irritating to deal with. To cut down on
your dumpster trips, consider using a collapsible laundry basket
as a trash can.
These items are great to use outdoors, and you can find them at
most stores. There are some collapsible trash cans that have
been specifically designed for this purpose, but you can also
easily repurpose a laundry basket.
Just pop it out, put in a trash bag, and settle into your new
campsite!
8. Put glow-in-the-dark tape on steps
Speaking of campsites, it can get pretty dark at night. You
don’t want to trip or stumble when you enter and exit the RV. To
help improve your visibility, line the RV steps with strips of
glow-in-the-dark tape.
This is a simple process, but it really makes all the difference
in the world once the sun goes down.
9. Use sink and stove covers
Counter space is pretty limited in most RV kitchens. This isn’t
too much of a problem if you prefer campfire cooking, but if you
want to create a nice home-cooked meal on the road, you’ll
quickly run out of room.
That’s where sink and stove covers can come to the rescue! These
are inserts that you can buy or create. They are designed to
cover the hole in your sink and/or transform the uneven surface
of a stove into more countertop space.
These covers can sometimes double as cutting boards as well, so
they’re multi-functional. Creating your own sink and stove
covers is one of the best DIY projects for a small kitchen.
10. Magnetic tape
The final hack on our DIY projects list is magnetic tape! This
is a great invention that has a lot of uses in a camper. You can
use magnetic tape to secure eating utensils, office supplies,
and other metallic objects.
I love to use magnetic tape to secure my spice rack! The spices
are all kept in little metal jars, and the tape holds them in
place. Best of all, you can install it anywhere you want!
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