Overview
Camper insulation: your key to year-round comfort
Work equipment for this phase
Screw machine
Hammer
Sandpaper
Cleaning material
Anti-Rust products
Rip Out Flooring and Wall Coverings
To create a fresh starting point, you have to remove the existing flooring and wall coverings. This step exposes the bare base of your camper and might expose any hidden issues.
Inspect and Repair Structural Components
With the camper’s interior stripped, you can carefully examine the structural components for any signs of damage, such as water leaks, rot, or rust. Make sure you fix any issues promptly to make sure you have a solid base for your renovation and repair or replace damaged sections of walls, floors, or supports if necessary.
Clean and disinfect
Before moving forward, it’s essential to deep clean and disinfect the entire space. You can use a combination of soap, water, and disinfectant to scrub every surface, paying particular attention to areas that may have been exposed to moisture or mold. With this step, you can make sure that you have a fresh and healthy environment for your campervan.
Inspect existing wires
Take this opportunity to evaluate the existing electrical wires to the tail lights and rear camera. By check the wiring for damage, you can make sure everything is functioning correctly and you can inspect everything again for leaks or corrosion before you close everything of. In this step too, you have to fix any issues and make necessary repairs or upgrades to meet your specific requirements.
Treat and prevent rust
If you encounter any rust during your inspection, you should treat it promptly. Use a rust converter or sand away the affected areas, then apply an anti-rust primer and anti-rust paint to prevent future corrosion. It is extremely important to protect your camper’s metal components to ensure their longevity and structural integrity.
We used hammerite to get rid of all the rust. First sand well, clean and then apply.
Read the package leaflet carefully before use!
Prep for the next phase
Once you’ve completed the necessary repairs and maintenance, your camper is now ready for the next phase of renovation.
Disclaimer
This blog is a guide on how we converted our camper. We are not responsible for any problems or damage during the conversion of your camper.
The information on this blog is to be used at your own risk and your own judgement. You assume full responsibility and liability for your own actions.
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