RV restoration sounds like a big job, but it doesn’t have to be. You can easily chop it down into smaller, more manageable DIY tasks. Whether its removing Diamond Shield from an RV, how to clean RV upholstery, or tips on choosing the right RV fiberglass cleaner, and everything in between, chances are we’ve covered it. What follows are some easy RV restoration tips for your next DIY project.
Easy RV Restoration Tips
Stock up on high-quality products
Before you get started with any RV restoration project, it pays dividends to have high-quality products at the ready. Start by reading our blog on the best RV restoration products to have on hand which gives a good outline of where to start. From there, you’ll be able to fill in your inventory of high-quality products to tackle any RV restoration job. Our full product catalog is available on our website along with links to helpful RV restoration tips in our blog.
Assess the Scope of the project
You may have several restoration projects ongoing at the same time, but from a time management and workflow standpoint, it may be easier to group them into smaller, more manageable tasks. Start by assessing the scope of the individual projects, then ranking them in terms of their complexity. Some restoration projects may be quick fixes, while others will require several days to allow time for drying and curing of sealants and/or surfaces. Regardless, you are only making an estimate of time needed to embark on the challenge, so be gracious with yourself. Just remember to fully identify the problem and get to the root cause so you can plan your restoration steps accordingly.
Research before you begin
Doing your homework first before embarking on this journey will save you a lot of time in the long run. Know what you are doing before you begin. This is easily done by reading our blogs on RV restoration best practices and tips. You can also consult other sources across the internet and watch some YouTube videos on the particular topic as it pertains to your RV restoration job. If needed, reach out to the product manufacturer to get specifics on application techniques should you have questions after reading the included instructions. Our team of specialists are happy to assist any callers who have a question on RVbyLIFE® products and we offer complimentary technical support.
Apply products according to the manufacturer’s instructions
This is why the last point is so important. Applying products as they are intended is the best way to get the results you desire. To reiterate, always read the manufacturer’s instructions before using a product to ensure that you are working in the correct environment and with the correct surfaces. For help with selecting sealants, we have a handy sealant chart available in English and French that breaks down our different sealants and their surface compatibility. Secondly, read our blogs on Silicone and Silicone Hybrid Sealants and Polysulfide vs. Polyurethane.
We have product to fit your needs and budget, regardless of where your RV restoration or any other DIY project takes you. With free ground shipping in the continental U.S. for orders greater than $49, now it is even easier to access the products that you need to tackle any RV restoration project.
For more great product ideas, visit our online store and product catalogue and be sure to check out our blog for additional RV cleaning and RV maintenance DIY tips and tricks.
About Life Industries Corporation
Founded by Mr. Edwin Kehrt on Long Island, New York in 1959, Life Industries Corporation formulates, compounds, labels, packages, and ships various chemical compounds. Parent company to BoatLIFE, RVbyLIFE, and AeroLIFE Industries, the organization relocated to its present home in North Charleston, South Carolina in 1995. Grace L. Schmidt, Mr. Kehrt’s daughter, has been president since 1987. Last year marked the company’s 65th anniversary.
