I'm so excited that it's $100 Room Challenge time again! This time I'm taking the challenge to the streets, so to speak, with a makeover for my camper.
I've participated in several other $100 Room Challenges, and it's one of my favorite subjects on the blog. I love the challenge of making over a whole room in four weeks, for $100. This time, I'm going all in with our family camper trailer. It's one room that does every job in the house, so this makeover will be the ultimate challenge!
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Before we get too far into my plans for this challenge, let's recap, shall we? The $100 Room Challenge all started with Erin of Lemons, Lavender and Laundry. We're all on a budget and a time crunch these days, so her idea of keeping a project within boundaries is a brilliant solution to the overwhelming task of redoing a room. You can see more about the whole idea here. Thanks Erin, for being our fearlessly creative leader!
My $100 Room Challenge projects have become some of my favorite in my whole house because I actually have a deadline and things get done! Here are the rooms I've remade before:
- My husband's office got a more stylish, masculine vibe.
- Our family room's fireplace gave me a whole room's worth of projects in one small space.
- We brought big farmhouse style to our little breakfast nook.
- My daughter got a grownup bedroom makeover.
- And our guest bathroom got a chic update.
Talk about productive - all you need if you're having trouble finishing projects in your house is to sign up for this challenge!
How far this Camper has Come
I've been wanting to update a few things in our camper since we bought it (used) a few years ago, but that's been at the bottom of my priority list because the only time I think about it is when we're actually out camping, which isn't a great time to start a DIY project.
On our last camping trip I finally got fed up with our tiny banquette bed and as soon as we got home I started ripping out plywood walls.
We soon learned that DIY projects in a 19 foot camper are real different than DIY projects in the house. First of all, there's the space issue. Renovating an approximately 150 square foot tiny house is an exercise in resourcefulness and patience.
Then there's the construction methods. To keep the vehicle weight low, everything is made of plywood, particle board and plastic. We had to remember to factor weight into all our remodeling decisions.
And finally there's the climate control. Turns out, tearing apart a camper in 95 degree heat is a bit of a sweaty endeavor.
But we powered through, all for the sake of a good night's sleep the next time we go camping. We replaced our dinette seats with a full size foam mattress and I'm so excited to sleep on a real bed that's bigger than 47" wide for me and my hubby!
By the way, this isn't the first time I've made over a camper. You can see our first Apache camper here. And if you're getting into camping, be sure to check out my camping organizing hacks!
Once the bed had been improved, I decided that it was time to tackle some of the cosmetic changes, and what better way to do that than with a $100 Room Challenge?
Camper Makeover Plans
It's all about the budget with this camper, and I've got some fun ideas for how to update its style without breaking the bank.
I plan to:
- Paint the cabinets
- Redo the kitchen backsplash
- Update the countertops
- Update the window treatments
- Replace the linens
How am I going to do all this for under $100 in the next four weeks? I'm not quite sure yet, but I've got a few thrifty ideas up my sleeve! Be sure to follow along so you don't miss a post:
Week 1 (You're here) ~ Week 2 ~ Week 3 ~ Week 4 (Reveal)
I'll see you next week! In the meantime, send lemonade and cool weather!
Elizabeth Jones | Jonesville says
This is gonna be AWESOME!! Seriously can't wait.
Meredith says
Thank you! I only wish I had about 3 extra weeks to get the work done!
JENRON DESIGNS says
How cool I love that you are doing a camper, I am seeing a huge trend in this type of renovation. I am exciting to see your transformation.
Meredith says
Thanks, I love seeing all the RV renovations on Pinterest so I thought I'd give it a try!
Lauren Kim says
Looking forward to seeing how your camper turns out! Fun project!
Meredith says
Thanks Lauren, me too! ?
Erin Meyer says
I AM SO EXCITED FOR THIS!!! We have never had a camper makeover before and I cannot wait to see this unfold.
Meredith says
Thanks Erin! I may have bitten off more than I can chew on this one. I hope I can get it done!
Alayna says
Ooooh camper makeovers always look so fun! Can't wait to see how it all comes together.
Meredith says
Thanks Alayna! It might be more fun once the weather cools off a bit! ?
sherrygcole says
I am so jealous that you have a camper to make over. I can't wait to see this reveal.
Meredith says
Thanks Sherry! I have to admit it's a lot of fun!
Morgan Murray says
This is going to be EPIC! I have been so intrigued about camper makeovers. I never thought (duh!) about having to think about weight! Can't wait to see how it comes together!
Meredith says
Thanks Morgan! I've been wanting to do it for a while but it's a daunting project!
Joy says
Wow, this is so cool! I'm totally excited to see how it goes. What a creative idea to use the challenge to makeover your camper!
Meredith says
Thanks Joy! I'm excited to finally have an excuse to do this project!
Jenny says
Yes, yes, and YES! I love a camper remodel and cant wait to see what you do! I did our pop up for a One Room Challenge a few years back and it's still my favorite project!
Carole West says
I can't wait to dive into this - I just don't have time right now so I've saved your email to read for later. But I have tell you your camper is very similar to ours and we live in it full time. Anyways I've also been wanting to make some changes so you're timing is excellent. Thank you!
Meredith says
How fun! I bet you have to be pretty organized to live in it full time. I'd love to see what you do with yours!