How to Choose the Best Custom Graphics for Your RV: A Step-by-Step Guide
Custom RV graphics are more than decorative—they’re a way to express your personality, enhance your RV’s look, and even add branding for mobile businesses. Whether you’re updating faded factory decals or going for a complete transformation, choosing the right design can make all the difference. At Florida Applied Films, we’ve helped countless RV owners bring their vision to life with professional-grade vinyl graphics and expert installation.
Why Invest in Custom RV Graphics?
✔ Personalization – Make your RV uniquely yours with designs that reflect your lifestyle or travels
✔ Updated Aesthetics – Replace faded or outdated graphics for a fresh, modern look
✔ Added Protection – Vinyl graphics shield the paint underneath from sun damage and scratches
✔ Business Branding – Turn your RV into a mobile billboard for your company or services
Step 1: Define Your Purpose and Style
Before you choose a design, ask yourself:
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Are you replacing existing graphics or starting from scratch?
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Do you want a full-body design or accent decals?
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Is this for personal expression, restoration, or business promotion?
Examples:
🛻 A full-time traveler might want a minimalist mountain silhouette and a family name decal.
🚐 A mobile pet grooming business may need large, colorful logos and contact info.
🏞 A vintage RV owner may want retro-style stripes to match the original aesthetic.
Step 2: Choose the Right Colors and Themes
Your RV’s base color will influence your design. Go for high-contrast colors if you want bold graphics or choose a more subtle color palette for a clean, understated look.
Popular Themes:
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Nature-inspired (mountains, forests, waves)
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Retro stripes or geometric patterns
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Modern, minimal line art
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State maps, compasses, or adventure slogans
Step 3: Decide on Graphic Placement
Consider how much of your RV you want to wrap or decal:
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Full-side graphics for a dramatic, high-impact look
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Accent panels or striping for subtle enhancement
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Front cap or rear wall for a strong visual anchor
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Windows and doors for added detail or privacy
At Florida Applied Films, our team helps you visualize the placement and scale of your graphics so everything flows cohesively with your RV’s structure.
Step 4: Select Durable, High-Quality Materials
Your graphics need to withstand UV rays, rain, road grime, and fluctuating temperatures. We use premium, weather-resistant vinyl designed for long-term durability without cracking, peeling, or fading.
✔ UV Laminated
✔ Pressure-sensitive adhesive
✔ Fade-resistant inks
✔ Designed specifically for outdoor use on RV surfaces
Step 5: Get Professional Design & Installation Support
The best graphics in the world won’t look right if they’re not applied properly. Our in-house design team collaborates with you to create the perfect design, then our technicians install the graphics with bubble-free precision and seamless alignment.
Step 6: Maintain Your Custom Graphics
To keep your graphics looking sharp for years to come:
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Hand wash with mild soap and a soft cloth
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Avoid abrasive tools or harsh chemicals
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Park in shaded areas when possible
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Apply UV protectant to exposed areas
Real-Life Transformations
🚍 A couple upgraded their outdated decals with sleek black-and-grey mountain graphics to match their new interior style
🚎 A vintage Airstream owner replaced cracked striping with clean, retro-inspired vinyl, reviving its original charm
🚐 A business owner turned their RV into a mobile storefront with a full vinyl wrap featuring their logo, colors, and slogan
Why Choose Florida Applied Films for Custom RV Graphics?
✔ Decades of Experience – Experts in design, decal matching, and RV graphic installation
✔ Custom Solutions – Every graphic is tailored to fit your RV and your personal taste
✔ High-Quality Materials – We use the best vinyl products for outdoor vehicle application
✔ Full-Service Installation – From design to application, we handle everything in-house