Your bedroom at home is probably set up just the way you like it to sleep well, but what about in your RV? Many people assume that they are going to have to “just deal” in an RV park, where the lights might be right over your window or your neighbors may not share everyone else’s values about “quiet hours.” Even under ideal conditions, there may be considerations inside your RV.
So how do we approach coming up with a custom mattress design?
Making Space For Comfort
The first thing we do is to consider the space available. Length and width are generally pretty straightforward, although there are times that we will need to make allowances for things like space between the mattress and a bed. Surprisingly we will often ask about overhead clearance as it is not uncommon with certain RV bunks or bunk beds to have limited space. In such a case, we would likely recommend a thinner mattress that would result in more headroom.
Keeping Light Out
Light from the outside can be a real issue, especially when you are staying in different locations regularly and the lighting can change. Personally, I have stayed in places that were very dark, and I have stayed in other places with a bright orange light right above my roof. My solution was to buy blackout curtains from WalMart, cut them to the size of the windows, sew a hem on the edges, and attach the new panels to my bedroom windows with sticky velcro. Even if you are not handy with a sewing machine, many dry cleaners who offer alterations will be happy to do this for you for a small fee.
Noise Cancelling Is Vital to Comfortable Sleep
Noise is another problem that I have had, both from inside and outside of my Class C motorhome. From inside, I have found that my fan cycling on and off was disruptive to my sleep. It did not bother me when it was on, because even though it was loud, it was constant. It would wake me up every time it turned on or off, though, because it was such a dramatic change. After some looking, I figured out that my thermostat had a setting for it to stay on all night. I found that to be helpful to block outside noises, too.
Here is some less RV-specific advice. Pay attention to other, smaller sources of light. Maybe you have a fuse box in your sleeping area with lights or a carbon monoxide detector. Maybe there is a lit display on your microwave that is shining into your bedroom. A roll of gaffer tape can cover these light sources and be removed later without leaving any residue.
We believe you should sleep as well (or better!) in your RV as you do in your bedroom at home. In addition to making the best mattresses you can get, we’re always happy to give pointers to help you sleep better when you travel. Call anytime to pick our brains about it!
Choose Delarkin’s Custom Mattresses Today!
At Delarkin, your continued comfort is our top priority. Whether your RV mattress needs replacement or you need a custom mattress built to your unique specifications, our team can help you achieve the best sleep of your life. Now with easy financing through Affirm and a host of bedroom accessories to sweeten the deal, there are even more reasons to choose Delarkin for your handmade, custom mattress needs. Start resting easier and shop our custom mattress offerings today.
