My RV remodel on a budget before & after - see the whole transformation!!

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00:00 Intro
00:43 Camper BEFORE & where we found it
01:49 Demolition
03:30 How I painted the RV
05:18 How I painted the cabinets
08:00 Adding peel & stick elements
09:23 Replacing the RV flooring
10:33 Changing light fixtures
11:33 Furnishing the RV
12:00 Renovating the bunk room
13:16 Renovating the main bedroom
14:33 Renovating the bathroom
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[@itsolkingcol]

This is one of the most encouraging RV/5th wheel transformation vids I've come across. So many seem pretty unattainable, this made me feel like my husband and I really will be able to make simple changes in our future 5th wheel home to make it really comfortable and more modern looking without breaking the bank.

[@iampinktink]

My thoughts exactly frugal and simple !

[@stacyhopster-filippi3120]

I feel the same! Very well made, just what we all needed! ❤

[@ItsViolaRose]

I have to move into one also. The Canadian housing market doesn’t exist, and I’ve been scammed for my entire savings and renovicted from my current home.

[@rising_waves]

Wow 🙌 what an amazing, gifted and pleasant woman

[@lorithrower2467]

We did a very similar DIY in our fifth wheel and I swear I smile every single time I walk in the door. I did the bottom cupboards and entertainment section black but white everywhere else. It was one of the most enjoyable and rewarding makeovers I've ever done. Now on rainy or cold days, I don't mind at all heading inside what I use to call the “cave”, now my happy place. You did an amazing job, congratulations. 😁

[@19marty69]

Can you talk about what you do with all the loose items when your travel? (Table, chairs, case, etc)

[@brendaokuda2158]

Amazing! I was wondering why you left the bathroom counter original instead of putting more marble contact paper down.....especially since the sink was replaced. You made all of this look so easy & professional. And the results are stunning! Thank you for sharing.

[@thediymommy]

Thank you! I ended up liking how the flecks of green in the counter looked with the green paint.

[@brendaokuda2158]

@@thediymommy That makes sense. It all looks beautiful. You are definitely VERY talented. Much respect from East Texas

[@atmn3408]

This was really beautiful 🥰

[@Jprice1230]

This was my exact thought but I totally understand. Sometimes things just “work” and don’t need the change :)

[@priscillasamson7662]

Amazing I love how you explain everything ❤️❤️❤️

[@lumptoast]

Lady, you have taste...period. I love how simple and affordable it is to add modern to RV's. Just soooooo cool!

[@SunnyGirlFlorida]

Wow, you turned it from a camper into a home!

[@monicakostak9841]

We were gifted an RV motorhome that is 25 years old, 73,000 miles, with great bones and motor, etc. It too is dated from the oak, mauve and brass era and we just started reno yesterday! I also watched your previous RV reno too. Thanks so much for the inspiration. enjoy your channel!

[@donhoyt7410]

We used the same products and process to paint our entire 5th wheel over 2yrs ago and it is holding up great. No issues with paint....very happy. Great video!

[@hiking7521]

Hello, what is the paint again thanks

[@marcismith1202]

Finally a RV reno that REALLY gives all the steps necessary for painting cabinets! Excited to see more RV organization and decorating videos in your new RV ! We own a 2019 28' toy hauler without slides that we use 2-3 weekends a month on average. My husband rides/races a dirt bike so we spend lots of weekends at MX tracks. I've been working on personalizing outta for 2 years. We bought a B&W checkered flag outdoor RV mat and I was originally going to decorate with lodge/cabin decor but decided to go B&W rustic farmhouse instead. It's so neutral that my husband doesn't feel like it's too girly and I use yellow, hints of red and blues to brighten it up. I've removed the heavy (ugly) valances and added curtain rods with curtains (softened and warmed it up so much)! I've added peel and stick tiles in the bathroom and B&W check wallpaper to several dark walls in the main area BUT still have decided on what to do for the wall over my sink and stovetop. I've purchased several options but can't decide. There is a window so there's actually very little wall space but it needs something...especially over the stovetop. Maybe even a 20×16 framed print since I only cook outdoorsnor use electric appliances. Also since it's such a small space the wood colored cabinets and 3 doors still make it feel so "cave-like". I love that color of wood for furniture in my home but didn't realize how overwhelming it would be in our RV. I know some people remove the doors but I have over the door hooks and organizers that are essential and we have guests throughout the day so we need the doors (1 for bathroom, 1 for bedroom, 1 for pantry). And they are ALL on 1 side of the camper. Now I'm trying to get up the nerve and find the time to paint. We live in north FL so the heat and humidity lasts most of the year. We also don't have anywhere to keep our RV hooked up to electric so that's another issue considering the humidity and time it takes to let each coat dry/cure. . I've been tempted to cover the doors in wallpaper but think the B&W checkered pattern would be too much even though the doors fall in between the wallpapered walls. Maybe a solid black or white? The floors are similar to yours so I've even considered a light gray barnwood wallpaper but afraid the texture next to to checkered wallpaper would be too much! I wish I could share photos so all of you could see my dilemma

[@silby77]

Absolutely beautiful!! The girls' bunk room was so depressing before the renovation but you turned that small dreary space into any little girl's dream room! Nicely done...and on a budget. HUGE round of applause for you my love!! -Hedy from KY, USA

[@monettedupree1191]

To totally agree it's girly now😅

[@emilyunderwood.]

Wow that was just beautiful!! No word’s beyond BEAUTIFUL!!😊

[@victoriajepson8464]

Our campers look so similar! Same flooring, same walls, same cabinets and kitchen appliances. This gives me an idea of how to change my RV.

[@vaasnaad]

GREAT job! I completely agree with the splash of color in the master bedroom. It gives it dimension and warmth. I'm adding some dark to mine for the same reason!

[@chocolate-eq6jn]

You've done a fantastic job! This is one of the best DIY RV remodels I 've seen in quite a while. It 's an inspiration for some soon-to-be retirees, my husband and myself. But folks, here's the thing: Do it before you hit 60. Or maybe even 55. After 60, you'll really have to plan differently and go slowly , so you won't tire out!

[@donnabacon4681]

I concur! Never thought I wouldn't want to do Reno's like I once did!!! I'm 67, & I am just stunned how I just do not want to do anything!! AUGH!!

[@dkleath8697]

@@donnabacon4681 I'm the same age > I want to, I Need to, but due to unexpected & complicated health issues, I cannot > ...best-laid plans & all that...prayers for you and yours❣️

[@fancysfolly554]

I look back at the times I painted rooms and did all that too. I sure can’t get motivated for that big of a job anymore.

[@texasgirl6000]

@Fancy’s Folly , a little paint, and creativity goes along way...without doing as much as this woman did. You can do it.

[@twilightsdawningpalladino9997]

This looks amazing! I'm not a fan of the dark green, but you and hubby love it, so that's all that matters. I was shocked to hear that all of this gorgeousness was done for less than $2,000!! My daughter and I just bought a class A motorhome and, after we get the mechanical issues fixed, we are planning to renovate the interior. I've saved this video and will subscribe to your channel as soon as I get done posting this comment. Thank you so much for a great how-to video without tons of "fluff" that would make it annoyingly tedious to watch 💗

[@Skolgirl60]

When you painted the cabinets, did you do the inside of them as well or just the outside? Everything looks fabulous!!

[@lorithrower2467]

You may be all done by now but Pinterest has tons of makeover ideas.

[@ginagonzalez6547]

I love what you did with the design, looks like a real home. Excellent work!!!

[@AfricanLissy]

Wow, your camper is beautiful! I really like the bold dark green look; it brings a lot of character to your space and you have enough white in the room so the dark color doesn't overpower it. Thanks for sharing your journey!

[@helenatkinson580]

You amaze and inspire me! There's nothing you can't do! Love this makeover. Awesome job!!!!

[@JacquiGiesbrecht]

I really like the black evergreen colour. The reno redo came together so beautifully! 💚

[@wendykovach8312]

The RV looks amazing! I love the choice of colours, especially the darker colour in the bedroom! Thank you for inspiring us all 😀

[@kathyfann]

Those valances and windows wooden trims help keep heat from being lost in the winter 🥶

[@tammymango3028]

Amazing & beautiful transformation! You & husband are hard working & inspiring 🥰 Thank you!❤️🙏🙏🙏

[@ElizabethMentors]

I cannot wait to start mine! I LOOOOOOVEEE that really light pink color. Perfect renovation.

[@joannicerthannew6025]

I recently stayed in a large, beautiful newish 2021 RV as an Airbnb. It was modern and lovely but your reno just takes up notch the standard RV look of even much newer RV. Love it! I hope your family loves it too when you are on the road.

[@kristinalowe9819]

This is absolutely stunning! I love that you added the soft rose for the girls room and the dark green adds drama to the bedroom. The white is so fresh and really opens up the space. Your talent is amazing!! Great job!! 🌸🦋🌷

[@lisabean809]

I absolutely love the green! I have about that same color in my dining room and one wall is all windows so there is plenty of light. Love it!

[@Hadassah28]

Fellow Albertan here. Mesmerizing. What a lot of work! Well done.

[@reanablack6469]

I'm so happy I found your page, I'm truly inspired! My husband and I recently purchased a 1998 Travel Trailer. It's extremely dated but I look forward to remodeling it with your shared DIY tips and tricks.

[@littlemel1408]

I'm so happy to find solid advice from someone in my own neck of the woods. Most folks on youtube don't have to worry about reno materials withstanding -35, but I sure do. Thank you for the inspiration!

[@projectpink3365]

It's so satisfying how with just the paint, the whole place opens and brightens up

[@sljack1671]

What a great job! This looks better than a new 5th wheel! It looks like a real home. I love it!

[@LifeAtHotelMoro]

Love it! Hopefully when things slow down my husband and I can do an RV for our family trip! I love the dark green, good choice ❤️

[@tracyrogers5702]

Wow! You did a fantastic job 😊 The RV looks so clean, cozy and fresh. I ❤️ it 🎉

[@MannyMaurice5348]

All I can say is WOW, it is so gorgeous. I love what you did. And for so reasonable. Well worth all the effort, and you put a lot of that in too. Looks amazing.

[@stargypsysoul604]

This is so amazing! The full Amazon box as a paint shield BRILLIANT ❤

[@sabrinagonzalez7419]

Christina your RV looks so so beautiful, you and your husband did an amazing job. Have a wonderful and bless rest of your Thursday. Thank you for sharing with us.🕊🙏 👏👏👏👏🙏🕊

[@user-ob5nk3ss1p]

I like that you are already living in it while you are doing the work, that is how I am doing it. Such great tips, thanks so much.

[@annelowe2691]

Oh W O W. You have done such a gorgeous job. We are converting a 40 foot coach into an RV. It’s been a huge job so I understand what a mammoth job it’s been for you. You have greatly inspired me. Thank you.

[@rulu3345]

Beautiful, what a nice spot to feel safe and cozy in!

[@kanases]

Absolutely beautiful! Looks like a lovely home!

[@annayurashova8310]

Thank you so much! You've inspired me to make the renovation and live in a pleasant space instead of being unhappy with old furniture and out-of-date interior!!!

[@christinemay1752]

Beautiful!!! Such a huge difference. You really tackled a huge job.

[@jaysmamma2750]

Thank you so much 💕 I love the dark cabinets and bed area!!!! It gave me ideas for my camper and for my kitchen too!!! Great job using the chalk paint too! I love the look and I do chalk painted furniture . I found a chalk paint sealer that is acrylic but it doesn't change the texture of chalk paint!!! I can't wait to get started!!!

[@LauraLynn82]

So beautiful and so modern. I saw your reel on Facebook and people talking trash about the color but you did excellent with that evergreen color. Amazing work!

[@laurieg2436]

It is fantastic!! I’m a camper too!! Just had this conversation with some friends about calling a trailer a camper. Used to be a camper was over a pickup and a trailer was a trailer, funny how things change!!

[@jenc925]

Wow!!! What a transformation. Looks beautiful. I love your paint choices. Fantastic work!!!

[@CampingwithEmmy]

Your camper Renovation is beautiful! I watched both of your camper reno's and was greatly inspired when we did our camper reno! Thank you for all of your creative ideas and helpful hints!!!

[@kellyhil1966]

It's so beautiful!!! I love all of it!! The dark green is gorgeous!!! Such an amazing makeover!!!

[@leiharachelle8486]

Love the deep green! Bedroom feels nice and cozy

[@sidneykoepp3655]

I had that same decor in my prior camper. I hated how dark the walls & blinds were. I love what you did. Wish I had done it back then.

[@brendasusanchristensen7058]

You did an amazing job! It’s gorgeous and so much more bright and homey! Thanks for the inspiration!

[@oliviagordon8724]

I have every ounce of confidence I need to Reno our toy hauler! Thank you for this!

[@sachinsachin8007]

Oh my goodness, I was crying over how I am going to renovate my 2007 RV. Your work gives me a new inspiration and empowers me inside my heart. Thanks so much.

[@crissy9792]

Wow! That is some transformation, absolutely beautiful x

[@Gravitation3Beatles3]

That’s crazy! I just searched some RVs and found some nice older ones that just need just touch ups. Searched on YT and found ya video, your interior has the SAME interior as the ones I was looking at!

[@bjwieland-doucet5917]

THANK YOU FOR THE TUTORIAL!! I just bought a 1999 Montana 5th wheel. I've pulled out the sofa & dinette & put in my BIG leather chair & a wrought iron based cafe table w/bentwood chairs. My kitchen is in a slate gray but will be painting everything else the white like you.

[@Babs9285]

Beautiful job! Looks refreshed! Brighter!

[@DustyLorraine]

Turned out beautifully! I love the beaded lights that you made! 😍

[@key-treedesign5890]

Love your reno and all the tips you gave. Best part is all your supplies is store available and affordable. Great job👌👍

[@timeforchange3786]

ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS! One of my favorite makeovers.

[@samanthajohnson3368]

Looks great, lovely and fresh, modern with country twist. Added a lot more value than spent on upgrades. Great work.

[@lc-bb6bd]

You knocked this out of the park. So beautifully done

[@btu59]

It’s the nicest RV I’ve seen, I was into the school bus Reno’s, but your RV Reno is gorgeous, and for under 12,000 it’s amazing …

[@MaryOKC]

I was wondering about All in One Paint which I used in my kitchen and haven’t had one single mishap or issue with the paint…I was pleased to see you used the Chalk Paint is why I mentioned it. ☺️

[@theprodigaldaughteronyt]

I am glad I saw the darker colors in your RV. We are in the process of shopping right now, BUT, I know I will want to paint and do a little additional before we move in full time. I am DEFINITELY not an all whiter person, but wasn't sure how darker colors would make such small spaces look. Thanks for sharing!!

[@jacobiceps9452]

Excellent video and restoration! Makes the camper feel bigger like you said.

[@gerigame2995]

Beautifully done! I hate RVs but seeing yours I would get in one and travel. Also loved how you broke down the cost of doing this. Most just want to say they did it cheap and used old stuff they had but I loved that u mentioned that but still added the costs so we can gauge how much. And then again with furniture or not. And the upcycle..👌 very helpful.

[@christiangilman4565]

Incredible job!! This is by far my favorite restoration video on youtube, I'll be full timing later this year and this gives so many ideas, thank you!

[@user-oy9uq2jk4c]

Absolutely beautiful!! This looks like a completely different camper. Awesome job!

[@prettywingsbus]

What a truly amazing transformation! 😍 Gives me motivation to finish mine sooner! 💞

[@mst7091]

I'm highly impressed!!! You are so encouraging. After watching this video, I feel a bit better about my RV reno. Thank you so much for sharing your reno.

[@elizabetha2056]

I've renovated 3 RVs. This is stunning! God Bless from a Great Gran in MN

[@gigiem1714]

WooooW OMG... beautiful and amazing transformation. So elegant! 💜 Congrats!

[@Ladyborg]

Amazing transformation! I LOVE the green paint in the bedroom.

[@abishjasso5531]

Hi! I just found your channel. I’m in Alberta too and recently bought a 2007 RV. I was shocked at the amount of money you spent on this amazing reno. I thought it’d be way more than $2,000!! Love your tutorial, clear instructions, very approachable. I’ve never painted not even a wall, but I think I could do something like this. Thanks for taking the time to show us how to do it ❤

[@nicolemcarthur7818]

Love this video and your honesty!! Thank you for giving me the confidence to renovate our motorhome instead of replacing!!!

[@amapinup]

I love that green. That's the kind of green I want for my house. I live basically in the desert and all the houses are mostly red, orange and brown green houses look so pretty to me.

[@lillieemery]

I adore the paint colors in the bedroom! I am definitely going to remember that when I decorate mine.

[@tinagonzalez2414]

You did an amazing job ! It looks so beautiful.

[@thatgirlfromeasttennessee]

Beautiful job and you're an inspiration.. I have an old camper I picked up to play with and don't have any man help to redo it, but this video gave me confidence I can slowly do this on my own. You are truly gifted...thank you for taking the time to make this video for others

[@grisespino5342]

Amazing job! Love all the decor choices. That green is beautiful and breaks up all the white.

[@lesliealexpilotti]

You did such an amazing job on this transformation, Christina! I love the deep green and all the brass accents. I'm so inspired by all your DIYs. Thanks for sharing!

[@thediymommy]

Thanks so much!

[@RahyneS]

You actually give me hope on fixing mine now. I think I'm going to start in the bathroom and see how that goes first.

[@pennyblea8133]

You did a great job on your designing in this camper, I personally love colors, to much white hurts my eyes, but it looks great, love the pink in your girls bunk room and dark green in your bedroom 😊

[@SewHappy061]

Absolutely stunning RV makeover. We are just starting a renovation on our 2017 Puma. Your video gives me so much inspiration. I love your style too.

[@dawnjeffersramstad8401]

Loved seeing a full run through of the project 🙌

[@peggygenoway]

Astonishing creativity and budgeting. Enjoy!

[@guadalupeblakey9926]

I love it and especially white color for me works really well.

[@lisamedeiros7581]

I just love what you did with camper, i love the kitchen and coffe bar. I love the pick flower above the beds.its so charming!!!

[@hawksnestbooks]

Excellent work. You made it look so cozy and homey.

[@luannkelly5071]

Stunning! I bought a 2010 travel trailer and am fixing it up too! Wow is yours gorgeous!

[@MaLiArtworks186]

You did a great job remodeling your RV!

[@shawnahornsby4254]

Girl….now I want to go paint my RV. Looks amazing!

[@user-mm3dz7yz8z]

I really liked the way it turned out, makes me want to redo my camper.

[@cindywachendorfer8972]

Girl you worked you butt off!!! Looks fantastic❤❤

[@sheliaporter6795]

This is a gorgeous renovation! We live in a 1997 Fleetwood Bounder motorhome. I want to update it a bit. I love what you did with your 5th wheel and can't wait to try some of these ideas in mine. Thank you for sharing!

[@DABKOP]

Wow! Great work. Incredible transformation.

[@brendamartin2021]

You have presented wonderful ideas and hard work to transform your RV. I've been wracking my brain for upgrades in our RV. Thank you for the inspiration ‼️

[@carolyngaines3275]

BEAUTIFUL!! You should be very proud of yourself 🤩