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Old 10-22-2020, 01:34 PM   #17
DutchmenSport
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Maybe this simply takes some time and experience to figure out, but one thing you can do to eliminate some stuff to organize better, is to consider stocking your RV with items that serve multiple purposes, instead of stalking items that serve only a single purpose and then you need several items, instead of 1, that will serve several.

Case in point: You can purchase a hammer, a hatchet, meat cleaver. Or, look for a hatchet for splitting your firewood that also has a flat end that can be used as a hammer, and better yet, has a claw that can be used as a nail puller. You can also use the hatchet to whack your meats in half, instead of a meat cleaver.

Another idea. You purchase a pair of scissors for cutting paper and string. You you purchase metal cutting scissors for minor repairs on the camper, cutting wire and what not. You also purchase a pair of meat scissors. You now have 3 separate scissors. Why? Get the meat scissors and they can be used for everything listed here, paper, leather, string, wire, wood, meat, even bones. Now, you've eliminated some space.

Plastic tubs, as mentioned above. Use the tub when traveling to hold stuff from shifting around while in transit. Once at your destination, empty it, put it in the sink and use it for a wash tub. When leaving, dry it out, put the items back in for travel. It also serves as a bucket for hauling water, washing dishes outside, and if you were to get sick .... a barf-bag. One plastic container can do multiple things, thus eliminating having several containers designated for single purposes.

If you really think about it, probably about 1/4 of all the stuff you have outfitted your camper with can be eliminated when using tools and devices that can do multiple tasks.

Space is a real premium in an RV, and conjestion can get under your skin real fast. So, think in terms of multi-tasking items (especially when it comes to cookware), and you'll save your sanity.
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