‘New’ storage tips, tricks, and hacks for RVing

RVs are infamous for their lack of storage. So, it’s a good thing that RVers are masters at storage tips, tricks, and hacks for RVing. Here are a few RV storage tips and ideas that are new to me and perhaps will help you with your RV storage challenges, too.

Linens

I looked and looked for a place to store our second set of RV bed linens. Then I discovered an obvious solution: store the sheets and pillowcases between the bed mattress and the bed platform. I fold the linens as flat as possible and tuck them out of sight at the foot of the bed. When I change our bed linens, I retrieve the clean sheets and pillowcases from under the mattress.

Tank tops and camisoles

hanging camisoles and tanks from shower curtain clips as seen on pinterest

Hook shower curtain rings to the bottom of a clothes hanger. Slip tank tops and camisole straps onto the rings and put the hanger in your RV closet.

Jeans and more

Use S hooks like these to store your jeans or shorts. Just hook the belt loop to an S hook and place the S hook over your RV’s closet rod.

Jewelry

plastic jewelry containers from Amazon

These screw-together plastic containers are great for jewelry. I use them for earrings and rings and love how I can see what’s inside each container. I connect all of the containers and store them in the bedroom dresser with clothes.

Nightstand

Many of the RVs we’ve owned have not had nightstands. To solve this problem, simply install a picture ledge on the wall next to your bed. The ledge is small and narrow, so it won’t take up much space. At the same time, the ledge is large enough to hold a cell phone, small alarm clock, reading glasses, clip-on light, etc.

Hoodie hangers

hoodie hangers as seen on etsy
Photo credit: JCInnovation on Etsy

How many hoodies are in your RV right now? Hooded sweatshirts are a camper’s go-to for chilly mornings and late evenings. Storing hoodies can be difficult because of their bulk. I just discovered these hoodie hangers and freed up shelf space in our RV’s closet. Best of all, the hoodie hangers are easy to use and work well!

Blankets and more

storage cubes that function as footstool etsy
Photo credit: minaline on Etsy

Who doesn’t like a product that does double duty? This soft-sided storage cube easily holds extra blankets, pillows, RV sofa throws, and even kitchen linens! You’ll have easy access to your stored items just by unzipping the cube closure. Bonus! A filled cube acts as a comfy footrest!

Pillow storage

Storage pillows

Along the same line as the storage cubes above, this storage pillow, which I just saw for the first time in yesterday’s Great RV Accessories newsletter (thanks, Cheri!) is brilliant for storage, too! Simply stuff the “pillow” with things like blankets, other pillows, holiday bedding, or even winter clothing (think heavy sweaters, jackets, and more) and use it as a decorative pillow on your RV bed or couch.

Canopy organizer

canopy storage Etsy
Photo credit: FoxtrotFindsUS on Etsy

Once settled into your favorite camp chair, it’s time to relax. With this canopy organizer, you can have all of your essentials right at your fingertips.

Tool storage

tool storage on RV basement door seen on pinterest

Stop digging through your tool bin or bucket searching for that wrench. Mount the tools you use most onto the inside of your RV’s basement door, like this idea seen on Pinterest. Vertically mount a broom holder to contain hand tools, a flashlight, grill lighter, and more. You’ll easily locate the tools you need with this storage tip because they are in plain sight.

If you have a good storage solution, please share it in the comments below. Thank you!

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Gail Marsh
Gail Marsh
Gail Marsh is an avid RVer and occasional work camper. Retired from 30+ years in the field of education as an author and educator, she now enjoys sharing tips and tricks that make RVing easier and more enjoyable.

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10 Comments

Jane
2 years ago

The linens! OMG, so obvious and I’d never heard of this before, thank you.

Larry Lagerberg
2 years ago

Thx Gail. The sheets and pillowcases storage is a simple no cost hack. We store ours in one of our wardrobe cabs now. This would free up a good chunk of storage for us.

Neal Davis
2 years ago

Thank you, Gsil! 🙂 What amazingly creative ways to store things! 🤔😯 Thanks again, have a great weekend, safe travels, and safe stays! 🙂

Suzanne and John D'Onofrio
2 years ago

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Chuck Woodbury
2 years ago

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Dan
2 years ago
Reply to  Chuck Woodbury

Not everyone is “disgusted” by these ads. Many of us RVers are also hunters. Not all RVers go to resorts. Love your newsletter, keep up the good work.

UPRIG
2 years ago

I love game hunting and eating but unfortunately I did not see any such sponsor.😴

KellyR
2 years ago

No such sponsor in my newsletter today.

Bill Byerly
2 years ago
Reply to  KellyR

Mine either

Cookie P
2 years ago

Linen storage. What a wonderful storage hack. Thanks. I never would have thought of that.