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How to Restore a Pop-Up Camper Trailer

Restoring a pop-up camper trailer requires hard work. Most of the materials required are available at a local home improvement center or RV center. Fabric stores are a reliable source for clear vinyl fabric used in some pop-up camper trailer windows. Allow for a weekend or two to completely restore the pop-up camper.

Things You'll Need

  • Scissors
  • Measuring Tape
  • Pencil
  • Seam ripper
  • Fabric repair kit
  • Clear vinyl fabric
  • Screen material
  • Needle
  • Nylon thread
  • Tile scraper
  • Cordless drill or screwdriver
  • Peel and stick tile
  • Mattresses
  • Wood putty
  • Paint
  • Paintbrush
  • Cabinet hardware
  • Hinges
  • Household oil or WD40
  • Spray on water repellent
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Instructions

  1. Restoring a Pop-Up Camper Trailer

    • 1

      Open the pop-up camper and inspect the fabric and windows for leaks, tears, open seams and broken zippers. Mark the areas requiring repair with a pencil.

    • 2

      Use a darning needle and nylon thread to secure loose zippers and to repair open or torn seams.

    • 3

      Remove the damaged screen and window fabric by opening up the seams with a seam ripper. Lay the damaged piece on to new fabric. Trace the shape and cut out with scissors. Sew the new fabric into place using a darning needle and thread.

    • 4

      Use a fabric patch kit to repair leaks and holes in the pop-up camper trailer's fabric. Cut the patch ¼-inch larger than the damaged area. Use the glue included with the kit to secure a patch to the inside and outside of the damaged fabric.

    • 5

      Wash the pop-up camper and check for leaks. Allow to dry completely. Spray with a water repellent spray after the camper top has dried. Allow spray to dry.

    • 6

      Replace damaged cabinet hardware with new hardware. Check hinges for damage or rust. Replace hinges if necessary. Use household oil to lubricate hard-to-operate hinges.

    • 7

      Check cabinets for damaged wood. Fill in dings and nicks with wood putty. Add an updated look to the cabinets with a coat of exterior paint.

    • 8

      Use the floor scraper to remove old tile or carpet. Measure the floor space. Purchase enough peel-and-stick tile to cover the area.

    • 9

      Replace mattresses with new ones. Upgrade to innerspring or Sleep Number ® beds for a high-end renovation.

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