9 Clever, Space-Saving Furniture Ideas for RVs

When your camper is less than 200 square feet, one of the best things you can do is use space-saving furniture.

Many RVers think they must buy expensive RV-specific furniture to replace old, worn out, or outdated couches, recliners, and other furniture in their camper or motorhome. But countless RV owners (myself included) have replaced the factory-installed furniture with “regular” furniture. All you need to do is ensure the furniture meets weight requirements and is secured somehow during travel.

Take a look at some of these space-saving furniture ideas for updating your RV’s interior.

1. Storage Ottoman

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A storage ottoman bench is what we use for a coffee table in our RV.  We store shoes in it, and it’s an extra place to sit. 

We keep a wood serving tray sitting on top as a hard surface on which to set drinks. What stood out to me about this one was the way the lid lifts from each side, meaning you wouldn’t have to remove a tray sitting on top to access the contents. You could just slide it to one end. 

This ottoman comes in three solid colors and five fun prints.

2. Adaptable Coffee Table

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Coffee tables like this one are great for serving multiple purposes. The pull-up top can hide remotes, books, and other items and also serve as a tabletop. This can be a good option for campers who ditch the dinette and need a spot to eat.

Keep Reading: 10 Stylish Coffee Tables That Would Look Great in a Camper

3. Wall Mount Desk

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If you’re working remotely from your RV, but don’t have room for a desk, this is a great space saver! The wall-mounted fold-out desk offers storage and juts only 6″ out from the wall. Add a (folding) stool, and you’ve got a nice corner office!

4. Butterfly Chairs

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The leather style is perfect for trendy boho or rustic designs, but it would also look great in a camper with a cowboy or cabin-inspired decor theme.  Since it folds out of the way, it could be pulled out as extra seating for guests.  It could also be used outside as a lawn chair that looks pretty inside as well.

Click here to see more decorative chairs for your RV.

5. Futons

Futons may have a bad rap for being furniture for college kids, but you can find beautiful and inexpensive futons on Amazon.

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Read Next: 35 Sofas, Loveseats, Futons, and More to Replace Your Old RV Couch

6. Futon Chair with Folding Mattress

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I had never seen one of these before!

This futon chair provides a stylish way to add extra seating and have an extra bed for a nap or an overnight guest. It also comes in several pretty color options.

7. Expanding Shaker-Style Table

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This table expands from a buffet for two to a full-sized dining table that comfortably seats six.  You could get a few folding chairs to bring out when needed.

8. Origami Kitchen Island

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For extra food prep space, a foldable kitchen island is a great idea! This one can collapse completely when not in use.

Find more options: Add a Kitchen Island to Your RV with One of These Options

9. The CouchBed – Memory Foam Mattress + Sofa

The biggest draw to this sleeper sofa is its versatility.  Not only is it a really cool idea to have a comfortable memory foam mattress that can fold in half to become a couch, it also comes in a queen size or a smaller twin size, and with several different color options for the removable, washable cover.

Also, it can be used on the floor or on top of a DIY base (such as wood pallets).

Space-Saving Furniture Ideas

Where in your RV are you looking to create more space?

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