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Possibilities are endless when renovating a caravan or campervan. You can transform an old van to a modern mobile home, add more storage, or even refurbish it for a backyard home office.
As our creative Bunnings Workshop community members often illustrate, there is a lot you can do to make your portable home more functional and stylish without spending huge amounts of money.
Check out these inspiring caravan and campervan renovations shared on Workshop and let us know if we can help with your project.
1. 1970s Millard caravan renovation by @Peggers
Inspired by the beat generation classic On the Road by Jack Kerouac, experienced caravan renovator Rob transformed a 1970s Millard caravan from scratch with a distinctive Penguin Classics book theme.
2. 1978 Millard caravan renovation by @FloTheCaravan
Transforming an empty shell to a fully furnished caravan that sleeps four, creative Workshop member Karen added elements like a full sized single bed with storage.
3. Onsite caravan and annex renovation by @LizzieCro
An on-site retro caravan and annex were renovated including new paint, flooring and blinds, plus a kitchen makeover with new benchtop.
4. Viscount caravan converted into mobile office by @Peggers
A business on wheels. Rob refitted this Viscount caravan as a mobile office. It includes a customised kitchen, new lights and blinds, dark wood and wallpaper features.
5. Campervan conversion using Bunnings materials by @DIY4Knuckleheds
A 2015 Hyundai iLoad converted into a campervan with double sofa bed and loads of built-in storage in just five weeks using Bunnings materials.
6. 1986 Jayco caravan renovation by @applesauce
Featuring a gas lift bed for storage, a laptop power station and air conditioning, this caravan renovation matches class with functionality.
7. Viscount caravan renovation by @Peggers
A window box and a bright, beautiful paint job were highlights of this Viscount caravan renovation.
8. 1972 York caravan renovation by @twocutekelpies
While restoring her rusty 1972 York caravan into a beautiful mobile home, resident caravan renovating expert Shelley rebuilt the chassis, installed new flooring and added a hinged slat double bed. Each cupboard also features a different theme from 1972 newspapers.
9. Pop-up camper makeover by @sandy_d
A dated Jayco camper trailer was given a thorough makeover with a comprehensive paint job inside and out, plus flyscreens soldered and resewn, and new curtains.
10. Franklin caravan renovation by @Peggers
In another makeover popular with the Bunnings Workshop community, Rob installed new floors and blinds, replacement kitchen and fold-out distressed timber table.
11. Vintage York caravan renovation by @selva
A new fridge, fresh paint, rattan features and new handles were used to give a small York caravan a much-needed makeover.
12. 1971 Millard caravan renovation by @Peggers
Rob breathed new life into "Minty" over three months. Renovation work on the classic 1971 Millard caravan included a new kitchen, flooring, tiling, blinds and painting inside and out.
13. 1973 Millard caravan renovation by @Peggers
For this 1973 Millard reno, Rob laid a new floor and installed a new kitchen, which included an oven, a hot plate and sink splashback. Milly's interior was also completely redecorated using timber and a white and gold colour scheme.
14. Budget caravan makeover with new flooring and paint by @Taniatee31
A low-cost makeover gave a 2011 Crusader caravan a fresh, contemporary look thanks to new paint, recycled floor panels and new blinds.
10. The Boogie Wonder van by @Peggers
Talk about a groovy ride. Rob gave this caravan a distinctly 70s retro feel, complete with matching accessories and a funky colour scheme.
How to renovate a caravan
Experienced caravan renovator Rob has shared comprehensive step-by-step guides to renovating your own caravan, including choosing the right van, repairing, painting and styling.
Need more help with your caravan renovation?
The Bunnings Workshop community can assist with inspiration and advice for renovating your caravan.
Please don’t hesitate to hit the Start a discussion button and tell us what you would like to achieve. We’re here to help.
