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The RV Makeover Bible - Table of Contents

Chapter 1
Introduction        9
Ten Good Reasons to Remodel your RV        9

Chapter 2
Project Planning and Preparations        11
Conclusions and Recommendations        22
Additional Resources        22

Chapter 3
Finding Parts, Products, and Accessories        23
RV Parts and Accessories Dealers        26

Chapter 4
RV Remodeling and Construction Tips        29
Ten Common Remodeling Mistakes        29
Conclusions and Recommendations        35

Chapter 5
RV Utilities        37
RV Electrical Systems        37
RV Heating and Air-conditioning Systems        41
RV Plumbing Systems        42
LP Gas Systems        44
Additional Resources        44

Chapter 6
Creating an RV Remodeling Strategy        45
A Dozen Features that are Nice to Have        47
Working with Color        52
Selecting a Design Theme        54
Conclusions and Recommendations        61
Additional Resources        62

Chapter 7
RV Flooring        63
Repairing Damaged Floors        64
Carpeting        68
How to Repair Damaged Carpeting        78
Solid Wood Flooring        80
Engineered-Wood Flooring        81
Plastic-Laminate Wood Flooring        82
Parquet Tile Flooring        85
Vinyl Tile Flooring        86
Vinyl Sheet Flooring        91
Ceramic Tile Flooring        95
Cork Flooring        97
Mixed Flooring        97
Conclusions and Recommendations        98
Additional Resources        98

Chapter 8
RV Walls        99
RV Wall Construction        99
Repairing Damaged Walls        100
Constructing New Walls        101
Using Anchors        102
Paint and Stencils        106
Wall Paper and Decorative Borders        110
Wainscoting        114
Mirrors        118
Trompe l’oeil        119
Decorative Molding and Trimwork        120
Conclusions and Recommendations        123
Additional Resources        125

Chapter 9
RV Ceilings        125
RV Ceilings Design Considerations        126
Roof Vents, Skylights, and Ceiling Fans        128
Conclusions and Recommendations        129
Additional Resources        129

Chapter 10
RV Windows        131
The Parts of an RV Window        131
Installing a New Window        132
Tinting Windows        134
Double-Glazed Windows        134
Window Treatments        135
Curtains and Drapes        137
Window Cornices        138
Blinds and Shades        144
Fabric Shades        147
Honeycomb Shades        147
Natural Woven Shades        151
Modifying your RV’s Windows        152
Conclusions and Recommendations        156
Additional Resources        156

Chapter 11
RV Living Rooms        157
Living Room Layouts        157
Changing the Layout        160
Reupholstering the Furniture        162
Installing Slipcovers        164
Replacing the Furniture        165
Adding Storage in an RV Living Room        166
Installing Shelving        167
Mounting Statues, Figurines, and Curios        170
Adding More Surface Area        172
Improving the Lighting        176
Hanging Pictures in an RV        185
Conclusions and Recommendations        187
Additional Resources        187

Chapter 12
RV Kitchens        189
Upgrading your Cabinets        190
Upgrading your Kitchen Countertop        196
Refinishing Solid-Surface Countertops        197
Adding More Cabinets        201
Creating More Workspace        202
Creating More Storage        208
Pull-Out Storage Solutions        213
Using the Walls for Storage        218
Organizing Your Drawers        221
Upgrading Your Kitchen Sink        222
Installing a Modern Faucet        224
Installing a Water Filter        225
Upgrading Your Kitchen Lighting        226
Installing a Dishwasher        227
Upgrading your Refrigerator        229
Customizing your Refrigerator        230
Installing a Separate Freezer or Icemaker        230
Installing a Microwave-Convection Oven        231
Using Space-Saver Appliances        231
Freeing up Space under the Cupboards        231
Installing a Central Vacuum System        232
Adding the Touches of Home        234
Conclusions and Recommendations        235
Additional Resources        235

Chapter 13
RV Dining Areas        237
Giving your Dinette a Facelift        237
Switching Out the Dinette        239
Using Traditional Decorating Techniques        244
Conclusions and Recommendations        245
Additional Resources        245

Chapter 14
RV Bathrooms        247
Replacing the Sink        248
Upgrading the Bathroom Vanity        249
Creating a Tile Backsplash        250
Upgrading the Toilet        252
Improving the Shower        253
Creating More Storage Space        257
Adding Storage to the Toilet Room        258
Painting the Cabinets and Trimwork        263
Upgrading the Bathroom Lighting        264
Improving the Ventilation        266
Upgrading the Doors        266
Adding a Fold-away Ironing Board        268
Other Bathroom Decorating Ideas        268
Conclusions and Recommendations        270
Additional Resources        270

Chapter 15
RV Bedrooms        271
Optimizing the Space under the Bed        271
Creating a Dual-Zone RV        272
Adding More Beds        273
Upgrading Your Mattress        277
Improving RV Closets and Wardrobes        278
Modifying Wardrobes for Specialized Uses        280
Using Storage Containers        282
Building a Window Seat        282
Designing Built-in Storage Units        283
Surrounding your Bed in Storage        284
Adding a Headboard        285
Improving Air Flow        286
Putting Up some Pegs        286
Using Traditional Decorating Ideas        286
Conclusions and Recommendations        287
Additional Resources        287

Index        289