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Slip-Sliding Away

Slip-Sliding Away

Slip-Sliding Away Photos by the author Thin brackets designed to restrain RV closet and/or bathroom doors often break, which leads to sliding resistance and potential damage when allowed to flop around on the road. Installing barn door roller brackets will stop the...
A Little Privacy, Please

A Little Privacy, Please

A Little Privacy, Please Photos by the author An entry-door window is great to have — but applying self-sticking window film will keep unwanted eyes at bay. A window built into the entry door is a nice feature, but it does offer strangers an opportunity to peer...
A Stick-ler for Cleaning

A Stick-ler for Cleaning

A Stick-ler for Cleaning Photos by the author A bamboo chopstick is one of most versatile utensils for cooking and eating — but these simple, cheap and strong implements can also double as one of best cleaning devices for chores in and around RVs. If there’s a...
Off the Shelf

Off the Shelf

Off the Shelf Photos by the author When pantry shelf supports take flight on rough roads, a permanent fit using 1 x 2-inch clear pine boards will keep foodstuffs from becoming disheveled. Large pantries enhance any RV galley — and the fact that they swallow up copious...
Building a Better Trap Door

Building a Better Trap Door

Building a Better Trap Door Photos by the author Getting into the area above the belly pan to service components is not for the faint of heart. Installing a zippered access panel makes it unnecessary to endure the pain of removing the belly pan. If you own a trailer...
Tidy Toilets

Tidy Toilets

Tidy Toilets Photos by Bill Gehr Cleaning the “throne” after use requires an unsightly brush stored nearby or a wash-down spray head. Spray heads that hookup to the toilet only work when flushed — but connecting a high-quality, home-style kitchen sprayer directly to...