80+ Caravan storage ideas, modifications and organisation hacks. –

45. Install permanent 12v fans.

After trying a couple of portable fans we finally had a 12v fan permanently installed and it was honestly the greatest idea. Nothing beats it in terms of ease of use, noise, convenience and its ability to project a cool breeze. They are more expensive than portable options, however, Caframo Sirocco fans are worth every cent. You also free up some must need storage space when you invest in a permanent fan.

46. Leave the car wash at home.

Taking car wash products with you is a waste of space. There are car wash facilities available around the whole country that use premium products and treated water. Very few caravan parks allow car washing on sites and most don’t allow it at all.

47. Go vertical with extra shelves.

This Kmart two tiered shelf works well to store essentials and to display some decorations to make your caravan feel more inviting.

48. Permanently attached awning clothesline.

This is one of my most favourite caravan modification. Our caravan came with one and I didn’t realise they weren’t a standard accessory until chatting with other caravaners on the road. All the items you need are available at any hardware store. You can get stainless steel balustrade wire packs from Bunnings. So simple and so effective. If you don’t have the DIY knowhow, pegless clotheslines are the next best thing.

49. Use collapsable camping products.

Most things are collapsable these days, like pots, colanders, washing baskets and even kettles! Check out some of these ideas from the Pop Up range, available online at outback equipment.com.au

50. Insist on midge proof mesh, everywhere.

We replaced all of our fly screen mesh with midge mesh on the door, windows and pop top windows. It was a game changer. No more midges sneaking in at dusk and dawn to wreck our day. The mesh is a premium price but worth every cent. You will thank me for this essential caravan modification.

51. Use park BBQ facilities without making a mess.

Most holiday parks have great camp kitchens and some may even have BBQ facilities. There are two things I have learnt while travelling; One, water is precious. Two, line a public BBQ with baking paper and you’ll limit the amount of cleaning and scraping after your meal. So simple, yet so awesome.

52. Smart home automation for your caravan.

Check out Sparkys on the loose and their Alexa set up on their touring rig. You can ask Alexa to turn lights on and off, its pretty cool!

53. Install a permanent outdoor picnic table.

Sounds good, doesn’t it? I’m pretty jealous of anyone who has one of these picnic tables. Lots of newer caravans have these as an option or you can add your own later.

54. Lanyards.

We keep our caravan keys always attached to a lanyard and they have their own designated hook inside the van. It’s way easier to search for a lanyard than the actual keys. I can honestly say, the lanyard has saved many, many arguments about where the keys may be. The keys are either around someone’s neck or hanging from a hook. Lanyards are easy to find and usually free.

55. Change worn out curtains yourself.

Blockout curtains cop a beating in the Australian sun and overtime the backing becomes brittle and weak. You don’t need to be a expert at sewing to change the curtains yourself. Simple buy ready to hang blockout, cut the end to the desired length and hem with hemming tape. It’s that easy. Read how here.

56. Essentials tool kit.

Keep a seperate small toolkit near the door for easy access. Store things like cable ties, screwdrivers, gorilla tape, Allen keys and batteries.