Remember that old saying, “It takes one to know one”? Turns out it’s spot-on when it comes to RV life. Our best ideas often come from people who’ve RVed themselves.
Here are some smart tips from fellow RVers that I think are worth trying.
50‑amp cord storage
Instead of wrestling with a bulky 50‑amp power cord each time you set up camp, try coiling it neatly inside a round, plastic Christmas wreath storage container. These holders usually come with a built‑in handle and are sturdy enough to become a helpful carry case. RVers report this setup works surprisingly well and keeps your cord ready to go when you are.
Balloon pump
Use a small balloon inflator (hand‑pump type) to breathe more life into your campfire. The inflator is lightweight, easy to store, and requires no batteries. You won’t have to use chemicals to start your fire either. Try it tonight!
Floor runner tip
Floor runners in the RV can make your toes happy and add color. The trouble is that they often shift, become tripping hazards, and need constant washing. Enter the yoga mat. It’s colorful, thin, and easy to vacuum or sweep off. It sticks in place better than ordinary rugs and keeps your floor cozy. Forget constant rug wrestling and get a yoga mat.
Inflator tip
When you travel, do you carry what’s needed to inflate a flat tire? Bicycle tire? Beach ball? You may want to leave your heavy and unwieldy air compressor behind on your next trip. Instead, this small rechargeable device takes up much less space, delivers specific inflation, and is handheld. RVers rave about this portable inflation device. Try it and see for yourself!
Floor gap fix
There’s a small gap between our RV slide-out and the floor. Invariably, small screws, loose coins, Legos, and more find their way under the gap.
Pool noodles cut in half lengthwise solves the gap problem. Just remember to remove them before bringing in the slides.
RV door handle helper
Forget fumbling for that interior door latch. Apply a piece of wide grosgrain ribbon for an easier pull grip on your RV door.
Do you have additional tips? Please add them in the comments below. Thanks!
Oh, and keep an eye out for more tips like these in the future…
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A lot of folks rely on the heat from a drop light with a 100 watt light bulb to keep their wet bays from freezing. The drawback is the bulbs can scorch whatever is close to them and the heat is quite localized.
We use chicken coop heaters connected to a thermostat instead.
If it looks like things are going to be freezing, I plug them in to a thermostatically controlled power outlet and let them keep the bays to 38F. No scorching, no lit up belly, just gentle radiant heat.
Blankets or comforters slide off the foot of your RV bed? Use a medical bed rail at the foot rather than the side. Narrow enough to allow entry at the foot, but wide enough to keep bedding from sliding off at night. Slides out/in without removal to change bedding. Can still raise the bed platform when in place if like most there is underbed storage.
I thought the wreath holder for power cords was a neat idea, until I read the reviews on those plastic holders. Most low reviews indicated the plastic was thin and flimsy, had gaps and broke easily. Bummer.
Power cards are too heavy but the wreath holder works great for the stinky slinky.
We use that perforated foam shelf material to line the shelves of the fridge, it keeps things from sliding around less chance of opening to an avalanche when opening.