The Casita Owner’s Library · Modifications

See what another owner made possible.

A visual Casita project library organized around the modification itself. Featured community posts are now consolidated into concise guides, so the useful idea and comment-thread knowledge live together in one place.

Bright white cabinet makeover inside a Casita Spirit Deluxe — **Interior makeover**Two Happy Campers

Finished deep kitchen sink installed in a Casita — **Deep kitchen sink**The Handy Camper

Roof-mounted solar panel installation on a Casita — **Roof solar**The Handy Camper

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Projects made easy to explore.

Each card identifies the system, contributor and useful search tags. Selected community posts open as complete Cozy guides that combine the owner’s description, photographs, and the best practical points from the comments.

Source standard: Community material is clearly labeled and credited. Every consolidated guide links back to its original post and full discussion.

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59 visual project references

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Propane quick-connect from the main tanks — project photograph from Patty Donaho · Casita Owners Decorating/Mod Ideas

PlumbingPhoto: Patty Donaho

Patty Donaho · Casita Owners Decorating/Mod IdeasView consolidated guide →

Propane quick-connect from the main tanks

A consolidated guide to adding a professionally installed low-pressure propane outlet, including appliance compatibility, routing, alternatives, and the most useful cautions from the discussion.

PropaneQuick-connectLow pressureOutdoor cooking

Under-closet shoe storage at the entry — project photograph from Henry Glenn · Casita Owners of America

InteriorPhoto: Henry Glenn

Henry Glenn · Casita Owners of AmericaView consolidated guide →

Under-closet shoe storage at the entry

A compact entry cubby cut into the unused space below the closet, with the receptacle relocation, finishing notes, and storage variations gathered into one reference.

Shoe storageClosetEntryRotoZip

Faster, more complete gray-water drainage — project photograph from Tom Griebe · Casita Life

PlumbingPhoto: Tom Griebe

Tom Griebe · Casita LifeView consolidated guide →

Faster, more complete gray-water drainage

A 2005 Casita drain-path redesign using larger pipe, gentler bends, and continuous fall, with owner results, model-year differences, and remaining tank-bow limitations.

Gray waterDrain2-inch ABSTank capacity

400W rooftop solar installation — project photograph from Steve Lineberry · Casita Life

ElectricalPhoto: Steve Lineberry

Steve Lineberry · Casita LifeView modification ↗

400W rooftop solar installation

An influential four-panel solar and two-battery installation on a 2021 Heritage Deluxe, with the complete post, fourteen photographs, video walkthrough, and original owner discussion.

400W solarRooftop solarFour panelsBattle Born batteries

Bright white cabinet & flooring makeover — project photograph from Two Happy Campers

InteriorPhoto: Two Happy Campers

Two Happy CampersOriginal project ↗

Bright white cabinet & flooring makeover

A dramatic before-and-after showing how bright white cabinet paint and new vinyl flooring changed the feel of a 2012 Spirit Deluxe interior.

Cabinet paintVinyl flooringBefore & after2012 Spirit Deluxe

Progressive Dynamics converter replacement — project photograph from Kitchi-Gami

ElectricalPhoto: Kitchi-Gami · Brian Day

Kitchi-GamiOriginal project ↗

Progressive Dynamics converter replacement

An owner-documented replacement of a failed converter with a 45-amp Progressive Dynamics PD4645VL, covering the AC/DC panel, fuse-board swap, battery leads and charge testing in a 2008 Spirit Deluxe.

Article date: May 2019
Documented trailer: 2008 Spirit Deluxe 17
Equipment: Progressive Dynamics PD4645VL, 45 amp
Tools: Screwdriver with interchangeable Phillips/hex bits
Evidence: Owner installation account; follow manufacturer wiring instructions

ConverterProgressive Dynamics PD4645VL12-volt DC2008 Spirit Deluxe

Chalk-painted Casita cabinet doors — project photograph from Mrs. Padilly’s Travels

InteriorPhoto: Mrs. Padilly’s Travels

Mrs. Padilly’s TravelsOriginal project ↗

Chalk-painted Casita cabinet doors

An eight-step cabinet-door makeover using white chalk paint, dry-brushed accents, decorative molding and clear wax inside a 2006 17-foot Spirit Deluxe.

Cabinet paintChalk paintCabinet doors2006 Spirit Deluxe

Glass-tile kitchen backsplash — project photograph from Mrs. Padilly’s Travels

InteriorPhoto: Mrs. Padilly’s Travels

Mrs. Padilly’s TravelsOriginal project ↗

Glass-tile kitchen backsplash

A glass-mosaic backsplash project that removes the factory wire shelf, fits around the range vent and combines self-stick tile with grout adhesive.

KitchenBacksplashGlass tile2006 Spirit Deluxe

Self-adhesive wood-look vinyl floor — project photograph from Mrs. Padilly’s Travels

InteriorPhoto: Mrs. Padilly’s Travels

Mrs. Padilly’s TravelsOriginal project ↗

Self-adhesive wood-look vinyl floor

A lightweight peel-and-stick flooring update laid over the secure factory vinyl, with fitting details for the curved interior and entry threshold.

Project date: Summer 2014 on a 2006 Casita; article October 2014
Time reported: An entire day
Tools: Cutting mat, blade, scissors and L-square
Materials: Self-adhesive vinyl over firmly attached original vinyl
Cost at the time: Under $50 in original article; author later recalled no more than $60

Vinyl flooringPeel and stickWood look2006 Spirit Deluxe

No-sew Casita window treatments — project photograph from Mrs. Padilly’s Travels

InteriorPhoto: Mrs. Padilly’s Travels

Mrs. Padilly’s TravelsOriginal project ↗

No-sew Casita window treatments

A photo-rich walkthrough for lace and rag valances attached to the factory mini-blinds without sewing, including a travel-tested attachment fix.

Window treatmentsNo sewValances2006 Spirit Deluxe

Camper-to-glamper interior before & after — project photograph from Nuventure Travels

InteriorPhoto: Nuventure Travels · Lindsey & Adam Nubern

Nuventure TravelsOriginal project ↗

Camper-to-glamper interior before & after

A nine-month transformation of a 2009 Spirit Deluxe showing the bed, breakfast nook, kitchen, bath and full interior after the owners made the trailer their home.

Whole interiorBefore & afterFull-time living2009 Spirit Deluxe

Hanging frames on carpeted Casita walls — project photograph from Nuventure Travels

InteriorPhoto: Nuventure Travels · Lindsey & Adam Nubern

Nuventure TravelsOriginal project ↗

Hanging frames on carpeted Casita walls

A simple decorating method using metal curtain hooks in the carpeted wall, with an important reminder to remove framed pieces before towing.

Materials: Metal curtain hooks
Before towing: Owners remove frames and place them face-down on the bed

Carpeted wallsPicture hangingCurtain hooks2009 Spirit Deluxe

Reversible vinyl-plank flooring — project photograph from Casita Guide

InteriorPhoto: Casita Guide · Lauren

Casita GuideOriginal project ↗

Reversible vinyl-plank flooring

A removable Lifeproof vinyl-plank floor laid over the factory surface of a 2024 Spirit Deluxe, including materials, cost and fitting notes.

Article date: July 2024
Cost at the time: Approximately $180, reported in 2024
Materials: Three boxes of Lifeproof Butler Hickory 22MIL planks, with leftovers
Tools: Worm-drive saw, measuring tape, box cutter, screwdriver and putty knife
Reversibility: Owner explicitly describes removable flooring with no permanent attachment

Vinyl flooringReversible installLifeproof2024 Spirit Deluxe

Twin-bed and small-dinette layout conversion — project photograph from Tinycamper’s Blog

InteriorPhoto: Tinycamper’s Blog

Tinycamper’s BlogOriginal project ↗

Twin-bed and small-dinette layout conversion

A Spirit Deluxe layout that replaces the full bed with a twin and turns the original small dinette into a second bed, preserving a compact dining spot and adding storage.

Twin bedsSmall dinetteLayout conversionSpirit Deluxe

Custom cushions for a twin-bed layout — project photograph from Tinycamper’s Blog

InteriorPhoto: Tinycamper’s Blog

Tinycamper’s BlogOriginal project ↗

Custom cushions for a twin-bed layout

A completed cushion and upholstery set for the twin-bed conversion, with practical notes about foam thickness, comfort and flexible pillow-sham storage.

See what another owner made possible.

Projects made easy to explore.

Propane quick-connect from the main tanks

Under-closet shoe storage at the entry

Faster, more complete gray-water drainage

400W rooftop solar installation

Bright white cabinet & flooring makeover

Progressive Dynamics converter replacement

Chalk-painted Casita cabinet doors

Glass-tile kitchen backsplash

Self-adhesive wood-look vinyl floor

No-sew Casita window treatments

Camper-to-glamper interior before & after

Hanging frames on carpeted Casita walls

Reversible vinyl-plank flooring

Twin-bed and small-dinette layout conversion

Custom cushions for a twin-bed layout

Solar

Deep Kitchen Sink

Flooring Makeover in 1/2 a Day

Painted doors and Birch plywood table

Electrical adapters and surge protection

Solar Port

Battery Upgrade

Detachable Power Cord

12 volt USB Charging Port

Battery Disconnect

Window Awnings

Fridge Drain Line Fix

Thumb Latches for the Hatches

Bug Screens for the Appliances

Water Tank Hatch Holder

Double Entry Step

Screened Door Pet Guard

Keypad Lock

Entry Door Reinforcement/Repair for $6

Maxx Air II fan cover

Calmark Cover

Kitchen Vent Upgrade

LED Chandelier for roof vent

Stove Cover Fix

Fix’n the Kitchen

Refrigerator Hinge Reinforcement

Bathroom Upgrades

New Cushion Covers

Shock Absorbers

Wheel Bearing Replacement

Stabilizer Jacks

Ground Tackle

Bathroom Shower Upgrade

Water Tank Vent Modification

Water Colors: Clear, Grey, and Black

Toilet Supply Shut-Off

Outside Shower

Water Heater Annual Service

Gray Water Tank Upgrades

Water Heater upgrade: Digital ignition and electric heating

Full control of the A/C and heat (the hard way)

A/C Mod (thermostat for the A/C)

Soft Start Capacitor- Coleman Polar Cub Air Conditioner

Digital Thermostat for the Furnace