Our Campervan Storage Tips & Ideas

One of the biggest talking points for campervan owners is how to maximise the small space in their beloved van. 

Whether you’ve got a VW transporter, a converted transit van, or DIY conversions like a Renault Traffic or Mercedes Sprinter, you’ll always look for new ways to maximise your space.

As specialist campervan insurance brokers, we know a thing or two about campervans! To help ensure you have everything you need without compromising on campervan space, we’ve compiled a handy guide on what fantastic storage hacks and tips you could use.

Identify The Items You Don’t Need in Your Camper Van

The first thing you need to do is get rid of the unnecessary stuff. 

When staying in a campervan, you must be thoughtful about what you intend to take. People tend to overpack and try to prepare for every eventuality, which can take up valuable space and lead to huge amounts of clutter. 

If you’re on the smaller end of the campervan scale with a Volkswagen California, space can become limited quickly.

Try making a list of all the items you’re going to take and stating why you need them. If the reason isn’t good enough, you can leave them at home for your next trip.

Five Campervan Storage Ideas to Lighten Your Luggage

Carabiner Coat Hooks

One fantastic idea to save space and reduce clutter in your campervan while on the move is to use carabiners as coat hooks. The handy clips will ensure coats don’t fall off hooks while travelling over bumpy terrain. They can also be used for lots of other things, like holding metal/plastic mugs or putting them on your keys to clip onto your pants to ensure you never lose them.

Hanging Jam Jars

If you’re struggling for worktop space, then this storage hack may be of interest to you! Instead of putting these jars into the cupboard where they can move around and potentially break during transit, one person decided to fix the lid to the underside of a cupboard, which perfectly holds the jam jar in place! No more smashed jars, and it also looks pretty cool.

Nesting Bowls & Tupperware

Earlier, we spoke about unnecessary items you may have, like excess plates or forks. Well, one way around this is to use nesting bowls. You can get a set of nesting bowls that contain various bowls, colanders, sieves, and measuring spoons but take up a fraction of the space to store.

Fruit Hammock Bag

If you’re as healthy as we’d all like to be and often take plenty of fruit on your trips, this next hack may appeal to you. You can save your fruit from going bad and getting bruised by investing in a fruit hammock. This can also double up as a kitchen roll holder! The brilliant little hammock swings freely while on the move but ensures your lovely fresh fruit stays bruise-free.

Invest in a Pull-Out Chopping Board/Table.

One of the ultimate space-saving hacks for a campervan is a pull-out chopping board/table. This is essential if you want to save space, and it can transform your kitchen in seconds. Opt for a fold-out table if you don’t want it to pull out from inside the worktop! These are easier to fit and can be folded down when not in use.

Campervan Insurance at Staveley Head

Even if you haven’t quite finished your campervan conversion or you’ve just brought a vintage model that’s ready to hit the road, don’t forget to protect your new pride and joy with the right insurance.

Whether you’re looking for a policy for staycation adventures in your VW or you’re heading abroad, we can find you both cover for your vehicle and extras such as foreign coverage and travel insurance! As a motorhome and campervan insurance broker, we’ll find you the most affordable prices—fast. Call us on 0800 0815 024 to get the ball rolling to protect your campervan.