How does the old saying go? Seeing is believing. When it comes to RVing tips and tricks, seeing is also understanding.
Sometimes all it takes is a photo to understand another RVer’s idea. Here are some examples—and some really helpful pictures! [Click any image to enlarge.]
Table cover
One savvy RVer decided to inject a bit of whimsy into her RV kitchen. She used a baby crib sheet as a tablecloth. Too cute!
Always at hand
George Faile always seemed to need a paper towel at the campsite. He bought a container of shop towels at Harbor Freight, mounted it upside down on a pole, and now the paper towels are always within reach.
No mo’ rockin’
Ryan Hee posted the results of a stabilizer idea that’s featured often on Facebook. His homemade project really helps keep his RV “rock solid.”
(I’ve often wondered why some manufacturer hasn’t made/sold these. Especially if they work as well as folks say.)
Keep it together
James Wolfe likes his coffee. And creamer. And tea, sometimes, too. Also, spoons and napkins. He found a container on Amazon that makes a great coffee bar. See if this might work for you.
Kitty kit
Enterprising RVers (and cat lovers) fashioned this litterbox inside a basement storage space. A hole allows kitty to access the litter box, while the mess and smell stay outside. Note the chicken wire to prevent the cat from exploring further!
Pool noodles
Here’s yet another use for the pool noodle. Cut lengths to the width of each cabinet. Brace the noodle into the front of the cupboard (and fridge) to keep things in place on travel days.
Trim trick
Use these hanging baskets on your interior RV trim. The baskets can hold fruit and more!
Hitch help
Use a strip of self-adhesive reflective tape to mark your bumper hitch. It can help you see the hitch better and quickly connect to your RV.
Stick ’em up
If your top RV cabinets have trouble staying open, consider affixing a small hook in the ceiling. If your cabinet handle is like this one, there’ll be no more bruised knuckles!
Stick covers
Doesn’t everyone store their roasting sticks like Chris Morgan? All it takes is a Dollar Store plastic container and a utility knife. Sticks stay clean, and so does your RV storage bay!
Do you have additional ideas to share? Do so in the comments below.
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RVT1263
The tape on the coupler is a great idea. But I just painted the top of the coupler with white paint. That 3 inch dot is very easy to see and when the ball disappears under the dot, you are very close.
Agree. The times I’ve used tape it lasted about a year.
Same here except I painted the whole end of the couple Safety Yellow. Easy to see in backup camera.
I too have done the DIY trailer stabilizers but I added a set to each wheel area on the frame to keep the trailer from rocking forward/backward/up/down on the tires since was always a bit of movement there at the tires. The trailer is very stable now.
For top hinged cabinets with no lift struts, you can install your own.
(I’ve often wondered why some manufacturer hasn’t made/sold these. Especially if they work as well as folks say.)
They do Morryde that is. They sell the hitch stabilizer, the I beam stabilizer, and the king pin stabilizer.
Good to know! Thanks, RDH.
Use cut-to-fit pool noodles to block light coming in the overhead vents at night. Some commercial campgrounds are too bright. If you back them with 14″ square blocks of ironing board fabric, you can also reduce daytime heat gain thru the vents.
Thank you for finding and sharing these many clever ideas, Gail. Have a great week and safe travels!