Camping isn’t exactly high up on my list of favorite recreational activities, but every now and then, I endure becoming one with nature.
I’d probably enjoy camping a bit more if I had one of those tricked-out campers with hot water and a TV, but with those luxuries, is there really any need to leave my house for the weekend? It also doesn’t help that a fully loaded camper or RV can cost a small fortune.
That’s the problem hookhands and his wife were having. The couple wanted to spend more time camping, but sleeping in a tent just wasn’t for them. While his wife wanted a teardrop camper, our builder set out to build a slightly cheaper alternative. He was eventually able to completely overhaul a new cargo trailer into a cozy camper!
He purchased this cargo trailer for relatively cheap.
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The crafter first removed the trailer’s plywood interior.
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He cut out a hole for a ceiling vent and installed it using self-tapping screws.
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After that, he cut room for a door.
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After installing the door, our builder added a frame and put some insulation on the walls.
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To help with paneling the inside, he reinstalled the original plywood liners.
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Things were looking a bit dark, so he added a window.
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Next up was some nice vinyl flooring.
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Hookhands began installing faux wood paneling on the walls of the camper.
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He even added paneling to the ceiling to keep things cohesive.
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He then framed a wall to separate the galley from the main living space.
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With the wall completed, he began working on shelving and other camping essentials.
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The builder installed some vinyl floor tiles to the galley and added a countertop equipped with a sink.
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This cool installment was perfect because it can act as a couch…
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And a mattress!
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It might not be the most advanced camper, but it’s a peaceful place to enjoy a relaxing weekend away from life’s troubles.
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With a camper like this, even I would consider roughing it more often. For full instructions, click here.