While your RV offers respite from the busy, frantic world, the one space within the RV that should be an oasis is the master bedroom. This is where you can rest and recharge as much during the day reading the book as getting sound sleep at night. You want to ensure that your bedroom space is comfortable as well as personal. Adding your own unique touches to the space doesn’t have to break the bank and can be done with some simple remodeling. The project ideas included in this article can be accomplished, usually, in less than a day once you have all the materials.
Pack a punch with bedding.
You might be using leftover linens from the house, and that’s fine. However, if you plan to RV a lot or feel strongly that you really want to make the space your own, then invest your energy into thinking about what you want the space to look like. You do it for every room in your sticks and bricks home, so apply that to your RV’s primary bedroom. Linens and quilts and duvet covers go a long way in relaying that decorating theme you have settled on. Choose breathable, washable, and non-bulky items if possible.
Add interest at the head of the bed.
Most RV master bedrooms come equipped with a mattress and storage cabinets, but typically the wall space directly behind the bed is open. This is the perfect area to show off your style and to make the bedroom feel homier. It can be simple, such as using wallpaper in a preferred pattern or motif. It can be simply painting the wall a complementary color to its surroundings. It could be a wraparound mural. If you want to take a more three-dimensional approach, then look into shiplap or making a padded headboard with some OSB and wrapping batting and fabric to the form and stapling it into place. If there is a window in the space, incorporate curtains that are more suited to your style and chosen color palette.
Paint cabinets.
Although more and more RV models are coming off the line with more modern styles such as Farmhouse and Scandinavian, which incorporates more natural looking materials and lighter color schemes, a lot of units don’t. If those darker cabinets are getting you down, then an easy project that can really change the bedroom space is painting the cabinets in a lighter or complementary color within your color palette. This takes a bit more time and you need to remove doors and paint slower and deliberately for a consistent look. New hardware, too, can help pull it all together.
Transform with hooks and shelves.
There’s enclosed storage space… and then there are other ways to display or organize your belongings. Shallow shelves and ornate wall hooks can be added in strategic wall locations so that you have a place to hang your robe or purse, or show off your small collection of sea glass from the beach. Just make sure all of these items are stored away when you are planning to be in transit.
Add a mirror.
Mirrors are not only functional looking glasses, they help to open a small space like an RV bedroom. Add a mirror on the door of a tall cabinet, or even on the wall. It’ll add visual intrigue as well as reflects light so that your bedroom feels brighter.
One of the best places to find ideas for your RV bedroom makeover is Pinterest. Even if there isn’t a step-by-step guide, you can find inspiration. Then put your thinking cap on and get to work. Then the space will truly be a restful, peaceful oasis.