Should You Use An RV Tarp?

Above, snow is no problem with an RV shelter. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

Ah, autumn. It is that time of the year when the daytime temperatures have moderated from the summer heat. 

That is, if one happens to be in a climate where it doesn't get bone-chilling cold at night or during the day. We had a snowstorm pass through my area of New Mexico yesterday morning that dumped about two inches of snow. It has left the area, but left behind cold nighttime temperatures in the 20s.

However, my motorhome is safely tucked away in its own garage/barn.

There are those who don't have shelters for their RVs and have to resort to tarps.

What kinds of tarps are good or bad for RVs? A new article in Do It Yourself RV will answer that question.

They begin with:

With winter fast approaching, it’s time to think about getting our RVs covered up and out of the elements. RVs are susceptible to damage from moisture that can accumulate when seals are damaged. 

There are a few ways to protect your RV from the elements. Heated indoor RV storage is the ideal way to store your RV. However, many RVers don’t have access to this RV storage solution for one reason or another. 

If you are one of these RVers, don’t despair. There are other things you can do to help protect your RV from the throes of winter. Storing an RV in an RV shelter or using an RV cover are other ways you can go. Another thing you can do is use an RV tarp to help your RV stay safe and dry throughout the winter.  

To read more, go here.