Summer is the perfect time to start fresh with new projects and RV repairs. Why not mix the two and improve your camper interior by “glamping” it to your unique style before its next departure? Most RVs have a signature, or general look to them across the board, so why not make it unique to you? There are endless ways you can DIY and create an enhanced look in your RV, especially for pre-owned RV’s. Below you will find a list of ways you can DIY your camper and add some spice to in a snap.
1. Furniture (Booth Seating, Couches, Chairs)
Adding some color to your seating can make a big difference in the overall look of your RV. Add some covers over the top of the existing cushions and seats for extra comfort and color pop. You can even make your own with little sewing or gluing with your personalized fabric and color choices. Additionally, decorative covers will protect your furniture from dirt and extra wear. Use storage chairs as well to contain breakable items such as extra glassware or wine bottles, even children books and activities.
Bedding
Bring in your favorite comforter for added flavor to your RV’s overall look. A bedroom shows a lot of personalization and will enhance the atmosphere.
Bean Bag Chairs
Adding bean bag chairs is a travel-smart way to allow for extra seating along with some personalization. They are safe for travel, too, for if they shift while driving, no harm done.
Want to make your own? Download Bean Bag DIY Tutorial Here
2. Bathroom
Sometimes RV’s don’t have the level of privacy we would like. Here’s a great way to pattern your shower glass for a classy effect and added privacy.
3. Decorations
Use wall decorations that multipurpose as organizers for your kitchen and added customization, and are safe for traveling.
4. Pillows
Pillows can make or break the look of a room and are often the best way to show off your personal style. Pillows serve as a color pop in a one-colored room. Just as the seating covers, pillow covers are easy to make on your own for a low price. Here’s a no-sew way for you to add pizazz to your pillows!
5. Room Divider
Everyone likes some privacy, especially when traveling in a large group. Use an old shower curtain or sew some scarves together to hang across the ceiling as a room divider for some privacy or to ward of distractions while driving. This could go between the bedroom area and the front, between the driver’s cockpit and the back, or even just outside a bathroom area to increase space for getting ready in the mornings. A room divider can be a statement decoration for your overall look.
6. Flooring
It is always a good idea to add a rug to your floor for extra color. Buy your favorite, or make your own. Learn how to here
7. Outside
If your RV has a pull out awning, take the opportunity to show exterior style. Here’s a how-to guide on how to make your own awning with fabric of choice:
Of course there are many parts of the RV you can tackle such as curtains, lighting, etc., and endless ways to make your RV personalized to you, but these are just a few ideas. It’s amazing what a little bit of paint and creativity can do. Re-inventing your RV shouldn’t be, and isn’t a large task, and can actually be fun. Make it a family effort/bonding activity while camping and use all natural materials from the woods and things around you such as shells, sticks, pieces of wood, stones, leaves, etc. to create a natural look much like traditional camping. Here are some ideas!
Color is important! Here’s a fun color guide to spark some color ideas in various areas of your camper.
*Ensure that all decorations are travel friendly if they happen to shift during travel.
If you’re a full-time RV-er, you may even want to revamp the entire interior and exterior. Your options are endless. Let us know what you decided to glamp in the comments below!
Now that you've added some incredible decoration and color to your RV, learn how to organize it all here!
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