Hi all, we're a family new to caravanning. We've finally taken the plunge and acquired a 2010 Lunar Ultima TL behind my Disco 3. It feels comfortable towing but reversing with a lack of experience can be a bit daunting.
Anyway, after our first weekend away we've come back with a few random (and probably simple) questions - apologies if they make us sound neurotic-
1. Is a motor mover on a twin axle caravan a better investment than a divorce, or is it just practice and patience reversing into tight spots?
2. We'd like a good small porch awning but have been daunted by prices and sizes - Any recommendations? I remember Vango being a trusted brand from my camping past but is £600 for an inflatable awning a good investment?
3. The folding bunks have never been used, so we've found a kit of boards and brackets for the bunk guards with no instructions, is there any available or is it just a case of trying to see what's best?
4. Bed guards for kids - we have a 2 year old and a 6 month old, we would like to remove the hassle of setting up the double bed to accommodate them but have made it up so far for their safety - can anyone recommend a method to stop them falling out of bed (apart from sleeping on the floor)?
5. Do people make up their beds with a sheet and duvet every night?
6. Storing duvets - are vac packs best or are there better breathable solutions?
7. Adjacent pitches - is it etiquette to drop your blinds on your neighbours on the next closest pitch for privacy?
8. Finally, our caravan has previously been stored under a tree, is there an easy way to give the roof lights a good scrub - or is it a long ladder and long arms?
Thanks in advance, we appreciate the advice.
Anyway, after our first weekend away we've come back with a few random (and probably simple) questions - apologies if they make us sound neurotic-
1. Is a motor mover on a twin axle caravan a better investment than a divorce, or is it just practice and patience reversing into tight spots?
2. We'd like a good small porch awning but have been daunted by prices and sizes - Any recommendations? I remember Vango being a trusted brand from my camping past but is £600 for an inflatable awning a good investment?
3. The folding bunks have never been used, so we've found a kit of boards and brackets for the bunk guards with no instructions, is there any available or is it just a case of trying to see what's best?
4. Bed guards for kids - we have a 2 year old and a 6 month old, we would like to remove the hassle of setting up the double bed to accommodate them but have made it up so far for their safety - can anyone recommend a method to stop them falling out of bed (apart from sleeping on the floor)?
5. Do people make up their beds with a sheet and duvet every night?
6. Storing duvets - are vac packs best or are there better breathable solutions?
7. Adjacent pitches - is it etiquette to drop your blinds on your neighbours on the next closest pitch for privacy?
8. Finally, our caravan has previously been stored under a tree, is there an easy way to give the roof lights a good scrub - or is it a long ladder and long arms?
Thanks in advance, we appreciate the advice.