Habitation Matters

How to customise your crockery storage

Motorhome kitchens usually provide plenty of cupboard capacity, but simple DIY improvements can make better use of the space, says Tony Brown.

All you need to know about the circuit breaker in your motorhome

Electrics

Spotlight on Circuit Breakers

Your motorhome's electrics are essential to its functioning, but mains power is potentially dangerous. Sam Coles discusses the role of circuit breakers.

Follow our step-by-step guide to making a magnetic door catch

Fixtures & Fittings

How to make a magnetic door catch

If you are tired of poor-quality door and locker catches that wear out too quickly, it's simple to make your own, says Sam Coles.

Check temperatures and power usage by creating these handy sensors

Electrics

How to fit an Alde sensor and load monitor

Check temperatures and power usage with these handy sensors, says Nigel Hutson.

A step-by-step guide to repairing your Birkholz windows

Habitation Matters

How to repair a Birkholz window

Windows in some older motorhomes can be difficult to repair or replace, says Sam Coles, but this simple DIY project can extend their operating...

We take a look at hook-up; how to use it, what to look out for, and how to work out your power consumption

Electrics

Spotlight on Hook-ups

Sammy Faircloth offers important advice when connecting to hook-up.

We've got a step-by-step guide to making a convenient storage compartment for your table

Fixtures & Fittings

How to make a table storage compartment

In our series of everyday fixes for your motorhome, we show you a simple solution to make it easier to access your dining table.

Make sure your fridge is in tip-top shape with these tips from Sammy Faircloth

Habitation Matters

Spotlight on Refrigerator Care

Sammy Faircloth explains why it's important to have your motorhome refrigerator serviced regularly, and how to get the best from your fridge.

This simple DIY job could make emptying the toilette cassette easier

Showers & Toilets

How to make a toilet cassette handle extension

Manoeuvring the toilet cassette to the disposal point should be easy, but not everyone finds it a stroll. Techno Tom Bedworth has a simply...

Gentleman Jack is upgrading the infotainment in his Bailey Advance with a satellite dish

Fixtures & Fittings

Spotlight on Satellite TV

Gentleman Jack gets ready for infotainment as he upgrades his motorhome with a satellite dish.

Think about convenience and cost when deciding whether to fit a gas tank or sticking with exchange cylinders

Habitation Matters

Fitting a gas tank

Gentleman Jack explains how to fit a gas tank to your motorhome as he upgrades his own Bailey Advance.

Read our step-by-step guide to fitting a solar panel and regulator to your 'van

Habitation Matters

Fitting a Solar Panel & Regulator

Gentleman Jack shows how he's upgrading his Bailey Advance motorhome with a solar panel.

Electrics

Leisure Batteries

Sammy Faircloth outlines all you need to know about leisure batteries for motorhomes

Top tips on adding a battery back-up to your Alde control panel

Fixtures & Fittings

Add battery back-up to Alde’s control panel

Fit this simple battery back-up unit and you can forget about resetting the clock on Alde's control panel, says Nigel Hutson

The fire blanket came in a red bag, but was rolled up and fitted into a white plastic pipe

Habitation Matters

Fire Safety Upgrades

Never underestimate the importance of fire safety in your motorhome; here are some tips from Tony Brown to help you stay safe in your...

Here's how to fix a leaking tap in your motorhome

Fixtures & Fittings

How to replace a tap and cartridge

Leaky tap? If it's dripping or damaged, follow Practical Motorhome's expert step-by-step guide, and fit a new unit in your ’van quickly and easily

With so many motorhome toilet cleaning products available, it can be hard to know where to start – we are here to help!

Showers & Toilets

Motorhome toilet chemicals and maintenance

Follow our handy guide to toilet chemicals and you'll soon be a pro at keeping your motorhome's loo clean, fragrant and fully functioning –...

Practical Motorhome's expert shares all you need to know about electric hook-ups, to keep you fully powered on tour!

Electrics

Worked up about hook-up?

Love having your home comforts on your motorhome holidays? Make sure you understand your power requirements before hitting the road, urges Diamond Dave

Ambient lighting can transform the feeling inside your ’van – and isn't expensive to add

Electrics

How to fit LED ambient lighting in your motorhome

Fitting LED lights to improve the ambience in your motorhome is quicker, easier and cheaper than you might imagine – read more in our...

Achieve energy efficiency on tour from your smartphone – we show you how!

Electrics

How to fit Smart Control for Alde’s 3020 heating

Want to warm your ’van remotely? Yes, really! Practical Motorhome's resident DIYer Nigel Hutson shows us how to fit this system, in easy-to-follow steps

Reader Michael Crook built this folding dinette table for his motorhome

Habitation Matters

How to make a folding dinette table for your motorhome

Instead of getting a freestanding table out for every meal, reader Michael Crook built a folding dinette table for his motorhome for less than...

A cracked shower tray needn't mean a big bill – here's how to mend it yourself

Showers & Toilets

How to repair a cracked shower tray

Do you have a damaged washroom floor in your motorhome? Don't despair – Donna Garner explains how to repair a cracked shower tray yourself,...

When the motorhome water filler went wrong, Gentleman Jack decided to investigate

Water Systems

How to mend a motorhome water filler and filter

Practical Motorhome's expert Gentleman Jack explains what to do if your motorhome's water filler and filter breaks in this DIY running repair

Make a simple wine glass holder for your motorhome and you'll never suffer broken glasses again

Habitation Matters

Motorhome DIY project: wine glass holder

Practical Motorhome reader Tony Brown shares this tip on how to make a wine glass holder for your 'van, to protect your glass in...

Propane, in red containers, is the most reliable camping gas to use in cold climates

Habitation Matters

Life’s a gas – but which one’s best?

Propane, butane, Calor or LPG – Practical Motorhome's workshop expert Diamond Dave explains the types of gas and debates the best camping gas to...

The under-bonnet battery powers the base vehicle’s systems – read on for expert advice from our technical guru

Electrics

Take charge of your batteries

Find out about the different batteries in your 'van and how to keep them in top condition, with Practical Motorhome's technical expert Diamond Dave

Practical Motorhome reader David McVittie explains how to reduce condensation behind seat cushions in your 'van

Habitation Matters

How to cut condensation in your ‘van

Practical Motorhome reader David McVittie explains how to reduce condensation behind the seat cushions in your motorhome with a simple DIY solution

Learn how to improve the interior lighting in your 'van with expert advice from our very own John Wickersham

Fixtures & Fittings

How to upgrade your motorhome’s lighting

If you're looking to upgrade the lighting in your motorhome, John Wickersham's expert advice will help you choose and fit lights correctly and safely

Warning lights indicated that something was wrong when the owner brought it to Dave's workshop

Electrics

Remapping your ‘van is not a DIY job

Remapping your motorhome can improve the performance and mpg – but it's certainly not a DIY job, says Practical Motorhome's workshop guru Diamond Dave