Choose and restore a classic RV or camper with expert guidance every step of the way-then hit the road in style!
Join popular creator Janelle Payne (a.k.a. Nailgun Nelly) for a journey through everything camper and RV. Whether you're considering a truly vintage home on wheels or a more contemporary (but not new) ride, this book's buying guide helps with the pros and cons of different options and goes over all the red flags to look for. You'll learn about the major systems and how to handle everything from simple repairs to electrical issues, plumbing, propane, and even water damage or roof resealing. However, the real fun starts as you find your style and explore the techniques and projects to make that camper or RV yours: Flooring (and ceilings): Learn how to use LVP to create a luxurious but durable wood-look floor and install faux beamsPaint: Tackle interior painting with step-by-step guides for painting walls and cabinets; learn all about primers and the best sheens for specific applications; and master exterior painting, including deoxidizing and waxing fiberglass and how to prep aluminumWall design: Learn creative paint designs and wallpaper, board and batten, shiplap; create texture with microcement; create arches; and use wood accents on the exterior Tile: Do it all with guides for peel-and-stick tile, real tile, wallpaper, vinyl sheeting, tiling small countertops, and practical considerations for larger spaces like showersCountertops and surfaces: Install butcher block or laminate counters, create large cutting boards to cover sinks and create extra counter space, and find how-to's for honed epoxy, installing cabinet hardware, and open shelving and dish displayFaucets, fixtures, and hardware: Install beautiful bathroom and kitchen faucets, learn how to paint shower pans and bathtubs, install sinks, and other considerations for cabinets (magnetic closing, latches, etc.)Seating and sleeping: Explore your options with couches and pullout beds, cushions, lightweight headboard options, and convertible/flexible spaces Plus, find a special section on considerations unique to RVs and campers, including framing and wall types, how to keep decor in place while traveling, and built-in lighting. With Janelle coaching you every step of the way, and with hundreds of inspirational and step photos throughout, this book is your insider's guide for taking that old camper and remaking it completely to your taste.
By:
Janelle Payne
Imprint: Cool Springs Press
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions:
Height: 254mm,
Width: 203mm,
Spine: 12mm
Weight: 680g
ISBN: 9780760392409
ISBN 10: 0760392404
Pages: 192
Publication Date: 07 January 2025
Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Introduction 1 FINDING THE PERFECT TRAVEL TRAILER Figuring Out Your Needs Where Do You Look, and How Do You Approach the Purchase? 2 GOING THROUGH SYSTEMS Electrical, Plumbing, Propane, Water Damage 3 FINDING YOUR STYLE Mid-Century Modern, Bohemian, Farmhouse, Industrial Mediterranean, Traditional, Coastal, Southwestern, Creating a Mood Board 4 FLOORING AND CEILINGS Flooring, Ceilings 5 PAINT Painting RV Walls, Painting Camper Cabinets, Exterior Painting 6 WALL DESIGN Painting, Board and Batten, Shiplap, Microcement, Arches 7 BACKSPLASHES AND SHOWERS Backsplashes, Showers 8 COUNTERTOPS AND KITCHEN ACCESSORIES Countertops, Kitchen Accessories 9 FAUCETS, FIXTURES, AND HARDWARE Faucets, Sinks, Cabinet Hardware, Light Fixtures 10 SEATING AND SLEEPING Couches and Pull Out Beds, Cushions, Lightweight Headboard Options, Designs That Serve Multiple Purposes 11 THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN DESIGNING YOUR RV GVWR, Construction Material Size, Climate Plans, Keeping Decor in Place Acknowledgments About the Author Index
Janelle Payne is the founder of Nailgun Nelly, a blog (and related social media accounts) dedicated to RV/camper and home improvement. Mostly self-taught by fellow DIY creators' sites, Janelle is a firm believer that anyone-including women of all ages-can tackle DIY projects with power tools. She has a passion for designing on a budget and quick, high-impact tutorials, and is well known for her transparent videos, where she shows the good and the bad that happens behind the scenes when renovating. This daily, realistic experience has led to explosive growth for Nailgun Nelly on social media. Janelle has developed partnerships with dozens of brands, including Wagner, Wish, RecPro, and Tile Club, and she has been featured by Insider, RV Enthusiast, Tiny House Talk, and more.
Reviews for DIY Camper and RV Reno: Restoring and Designing Vintage, Retro, and Classic Trailers and RVs with Nailgun Nelly
""A must-read for anyone looking to renovate their RV! Janelle bridges the gap between form and function in this detailed guide for campers and DIYers alike, on the journey from picking the perfect RV to creating their dream home on wheels."" --Rachel Oldenburger, RV Renovator, Creator of www.rvfamilyreno.com ""Whether you're a seasoned restoration enthusiast or a newcomer to vintage trailers, DIY Camper and RV Reno is your ultimate guide. With expert tips, detailed instructions, and inspiring stories, Janelle's book is a must-have for anyone looking to bring vintage trailers back to life."" --Paul Lacitinola, Vintage Camper Trailers Magazine, Co-Founder/Publisher vintagecampertrailers.com ""WOW! The perfect book to flip through for RV inspiration! Janelle shows off her expertise as she shares everything you truly need to know before you start remodeling a camper. This book will become a fixture on your coffee table--if you can fit a coffee table in your RV!"" --Alyssa Padgett, best-selling author of A Beginner's Guide to Living in an RV ""Vintage RV expert, Janelle Payne, takes readers on an easy to digest, hands-on journey from beginning to end. She offers so many creative, space-saving, affordable options to take your vintage RV from shabby to chic and functional in less than 200 pages. We love it when people who want to live a nomadic lifestyle can do just that, and this book provides an excellent blueprint for those looking to renovate an RV and get on the road."" --Tiny Home Tours
