Quick & Simple RV Basement Storage Ideas - RV Packing Tips & Tricks

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[@rvgoingnow]

It’s about time Ben was featured in a RV organization video! Great job, Ben. Very functional. 👏🏼

[@Premier-Media-Group]

Yes - men think in boxes. Definitely.

[@jasonjarman3630]

Team Clear!!!!!!

[@CPUDOCTHE1]

Our basement is not very tall. We use milk crates, just one layer for the stuff that we use frequently. A couple of things that I carry that I did not hear you mention is spare fuses, for camper and tow vehicle, and a spare thermal fuse for the water heater. We have needed both in our group over the last several years.

[@johnlynch5221]

Yes. It's the necessary eval. Even on a 22' trailer at least once a year to pull everything out of the lower hold. And reorganize things back in. Team Clear

[@MrRoboto2338]

Ben has such a great sense of humor AND timing in your videos. For some reason he reminds of the Dad in those "Diary of a wimpy kid movies".

[@GratefulGlamper]

😂

[@tomc9299]

Ben obviously “ROCKED” this project. Gave me some great ideas to organize my little travel trailer’s storage area.

[@scottishguard]

Thank you for all the time and effort y'all have put into these videos. They have been an enormously helpful resource that we will be using, starting later this week, when my wife and I go pick up our first RV (2016 Keystone camper, 26'). Much appreciated. God bless.

[@GratefulGlamper]

Thanks for the kind words - glad you've found them helpful!

[@nikkifleming6290]

Kudos to you two for tackling yet another project! You’re ready to get out there!

[@mattross7221]

GO BEN! You did a "super" job. I'm a clear bin guy, except they're not as sturdy. I never thought to use bins without lids that keep items clean and dry if taken out in the rain. How is that working for you. You mentioned organizing by category but never really spelled them out. I use electrical, plumbing/fresh water, sewer, engine/generator, sealant/lubricant/cleaner, patio, outdoor kitchen, tools. etc. Keep making interesting, informative, and entertaining videos. Thanks

[@waynekern8471]

I am TeaTe"Stop being a control freak" and let Ben handle this. He's very capable of coming up with a plan that works for his needs and making adjustments if something doesn't work like he thought it would. I know organization is your thing and you are good at it, but give him a chance.

[@GratefulGlamper]

Thanks for the kind words

[@tomc9299]

I’m going to follow Ben’s lead and clear container organize my small Travel Trailer storage compartment. Finally found bins from Walmart that fit. Thanks for the tip and Charity for giving you the reigns on that project.

[@benpriester6657]

Team CLEAR!

[@douglinn1583]

Team clear! Like Ben, I need things to be organized by type of useage, frequency of usage and location of usage. Great video!

[@GratefulGlamper]

Yes! Thank you!

[@janiceweigold8626]

Great job Ben. I'm on team clear. Loved the video guys and organizing is a great way to realize what your not using anymore. Thanks 🦬👱‍♀️

[@janetfolkerts5827]

soooo impressive, I admire anyone who can make all those little decisions.. Great Job ! Thank you for sharing.

[@GratefulGlamper]

Thanks for watching!

[@johnlynch5221]

Love seeing the hose caddy. My biggest pain is stowing the hoses. .

[@Elizabeth-rq1vi]

Charity, it’s not even close to being OCD, more like perfectionism if you like being organized. I have a need for organization because my ADHD tends to make me scatterbrained, as my craft room can testify! Team clear- clear bins with locking lids! I’m with Charity about the open bins. Unless they’re jammed in place they’ll tip & mess abounds

[@GratefulGlamper]

We will see how they work! Thanks for watching

[@MakingMyAbodeOTR]

Team whatever works! But I do love a clear bin!! 😅 I have to say I'm really liking the open front idea. Hope it works 🤞 guess we'll see 😂

[@stephaniedaniels9285]

Ben! You did a great job organizing the basements!! I’m going to use some of your ideas!! Love the easy access fronts! Let us know how they do!!

[@GratefulGlamper]

Will do!

[@anitazimmerman-xq3ix]

Team clear

[@barbarawiborg3705]

I would think that plastic bins with drawers would work well in the storage areas too. Those come in all sizes as well.

[@wademoorefield917]

Definitely clear! You guys are funny. We really enjoy your videos.

[@athomewithjenny]

We use black with yellow lids and I labeled the lids We love it!

[@mattross7221]

They are really study bins

[@KimberlyGritten]

On travel days, you can turn open front crates toward the wall to prevent spillage. It will be quick and easy to turn toward the door when you arrive at a destination or when you experience a need while traveling.

[@GratefulGlamper]

Great suggestion

[@janetbauerly8451]

Team clear. You rock Ben!

[@Rob0319]

Team Clear!!

[@michellebarlondsmith6243]

Most EXcellent Organizing Video... (guess what movie) now I am going to make the organize the basement.... he just laughed ....

[@GratefulGlamper]

LOL, glad you enjoyed!

[@user-mt3jq7vk5v]

I use what ever color and what’s going in it and label it. Easy enough.

[@mikebrant192]

We used clear bins, but they shattered over the course of a single year. As for the hole in the bottom, you can repair almost all of this damage with a heat gun and metal painter's multitool. for open spots remaining, you can use sperglue and sand. Seal the bottom of the bin from the bottom with painter tape. make the top ofthe hole level with sand, then saturate the sand with superglue (cyanoacrylate glue). The sand becomes cement, and is extremely durable and doesn't fall off -as long as you saturate the sand. Peel off the painter tape in ten minutes. Alternatively, you can use baking soda and CA glue - This is used to repair guitar fret and bridges, so it's very, very hard and durable. You can file or sand to shape, if needed. Use for SMALL repairs. This is an exothermic chemical reaction, so it gets hot, but cools rapidly. Also, the gas released is cyanide, so you need ample ventilation.

[@GratefulGlamper]

Thanks for sharing

[@janicecrockett1400]

clear

[@uniquecampingmarine]

Great Job Ben, it looks great.

[@tammyscott9664]

Team clear all the way! Great job!

[@GratefulGlamper]

👍

[@keithward2565]

Clear

[@user-kq9fi6sh3d]

Team Clear

[@robinhudson3154]

Looks great! Can you please find a special place for your mother's ashes.❤

[@styersdale]

Team clear!

[@ShortyPie1994]

1:32 soooooo true

[@SonarTravels]

The brain definition is accurate. Facts…🎉

[@consideritalldunn]

An experiment worth watching 😅

[@GratefulGlamper]

😂

[@ZXX984]

Great job Ben! I’m a big organizer too! Have to ask though, do you use damp rid at all in those compartments? Is there any basement lighting in case you need something at night?

[@user-vv6eo7yk1i]

We will call it OOD "Obsessive Organization Disorder" JK LOL

[@GratefulGlamper]

😂

[@travisg1759]

Don't cheap out on the quick connects either. The cheap ones at Home Depot etc aren't good enough. The extention cord reels work good for hoses as well because it makes it easier to wind/unwind the hoses. I can unwind only enough to reach the faucet and it keeps all the extra neat and rolled up.

[@lindamckeny876]

I'm team clear. Perhaps label the bins crates 1 2 3 etc.. and list what's in it in a binder, or use your label maker and paste the list on the under lid of the garage door, so it will be easy to access .

[@GratefulGlamper]

Thanks for the suggestion

[@casid9929]

We have a 99 Southwind. I rearrange the sewer hoses to the park side because all basement storage on water side were carpeted. Seems strange.

[@GratefulGlamper]

That is strange!

[@mchuck4191]

What size microfiber bath towels are you using?

[@GratefulGlamper]

The Xl

[@rstspecos]

Clear please

[@sandymanning8744]

❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@christinemorrissette6794]

Hi Charity! I once asked you for the name of the RV site App that you have to get reservations, and to also find roads to travel/not travel down..... We're newbies, like BRAND NEW and when I asked you for that information, we hadn't yet purchased our travel trailer, and now we have one!!! I can't for the life of me find your response! I put in a very 'safe' place! Duh! Would you kindly resend me this information?

[@GratefulGlamper]

It’s called Arvie www.gratefulglamper.com/arvie And congrats!

[@jacquetaylor2714]

How heavy are the bins??

[@GratefulGlamper]

About 4 pounds

[@atticushexcel9567]

you have a great channel, but unfortunately, it’s so great that you have convinced us to never purchase an RV. Lol.

[@GratefulGlamper]

😂

[@wowyummyyy]

LIKE 👍👍👍👍👍👍 👉🏾💯💯💯💯💯👈🏾 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩

[@kevinjones6638]

KUTGW

[@seanenglund4090]

Can’t figure out how to remove the irritating affiliate pop up advertising that covers the video and is sooooooo annoying and distracting.

[@GratefulGlamper]

Are you referring to the Qr Code?

[@tomhumphrey4061]

You’re!!! Putting him in charge? That sounds horrible.

[@GratefulGlamper]

🤣

[@laurarimes5657]

Team clear

[@samharbers3858]

Clear