How to Install Headliner in an RV

Transform the look and style of your RV or boat by installing a new headliner. In this video, we will show you how to install foam-backed vinyl headliner material. You’ll also learn how to cut, glue, trim and install PVC trim molding. This project sounds difficult but this is a DIY you can do yourself. This video is part of our Airstream Argosy Renovation Series. We'll be renovating an Airstream from top to bottom, inside and out. Join us for this exciting video series.
HOW TO INSTALL HEADLINER IN AN RV CHAPTERS:
Intro - 0:00
Measuring & Prepping for Headliner - 0:50
Applying Spray Adhesive - 5:44
Installing Headliner - 8:06
Adding PVC Trim Molding - 29:51
Using Hi-Tack 76 Spray Adhesive - 44:57
Materials & Tools List - 52:26
MATERIALS LIST:
3M™ Specialty Adhesive Remover 32 oz. (Quart) - SKU: 108984 www.sailrite.c...
3M™ General Trim Spray Adhesive 18.1 oz. - SKU: 73211 www.sailrite.c...
Headliner from Sailrite we used Morbern® Seabrook White 54" Foam Backed Headliner - SKU: 105465 www.sailrite.c...
Ribbed Push-In Rivets (Hole Diameter 7/32") - SKU: 123376 www.sailrite.c...
3M™ Hi-Tack 76 Spray Adhesive 24 oz. - SKU: 123599 www.sailrite.c...
Dura-Skrim® Patterning Material 74" - SKU: 103134 www.sailrite.c...
TOOLS LIST:
Gingher® 8" Scissors Right Handed - SKU: 19104 www.sailrite.c...
Tucking Tool - SKU: 766100 www.sailrite.c...
Sailrite® #2 Drill Hole Cutter 3/8" - SKU: 121820 www.sailrite.c...
Tape Measure, 3/8 x 3/4 x 8' White PVC Screen Moulding,
3/4 x 3/4 x 8' White PVC Quarter Round Moulding, Painter’s Tape, Masking Paper,
Multi-Purpose Respirator Mask, Yard Stick, Marker, T Square, Razor Knife,
Pneumatic Brad Nailer, Caulk, Compound Miter Saw, Pencil,
Dremel Tool and ¼” Sanding Drum or Coping Saw, Drill & Bits,
Plastic Conture Gauge, Hammer
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[@a.h.3456]

Beautiful

[@SailriteDIY]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@NasserAlhameli]

The befor colores in my opinion is more luxury.. The second look is a hospital mood inv.

[@freeatlast8282]

I am confused about what you are gluing the new fabric to. I have a headliner in my RV that's coming down and was looking for some tips on how to remove it without getting all the dry black foam all over the place and then cleaning the existing wood (or whatever that is up there) so I can put new fabric on. I can't put new stuff on till I know how to get the old stuff off and cleaned up.

[@1951Roy]

Thanks for the great video, good info.

[@Welder-4956]

Nice work. You could have also used a heat gun to soften the PVC trim to shape it to the curve.

[@SailriteDIY]

Excellent idea! I wonder if it will work, I will try it out. Thanks!!!

[@douglasthompson2740]

@@SailriteDIY I agree with the suggestion. I have used a heat gun on PVC pipe up to 4" to form and bend it. Electricians actually have an "electric blanket" that they wrap PVC conduit in to make bends up to ninety degrees.

[@stephencantbewrong8250]

Perfect!

[@douglasthompson2740]

Where it is so critical to get a smooth cut an Exacto knife would be a better choice. On a calibrated sharpness gauge a single blade actual razor rates at 50 while a utility knife blade only gets 150 with sharp kitchen chef's knife is between 150 to 200. I was a bit surprised when I saw this after a long lifetime of using both however in more recent years I have noticed a very much diminished sharpness in utility blades and that they dull very quickly. Something to keep in mind.

[@pepadelval]

where did you use the Dura-Skrim® Patterning Material?I dont see it in the video

[@amandaeisenberg2218]

Approximately how long does the spray adhesive last? I would hate to run out mid project

[@workg8379]

Thank you for the video, just wondering, can you put foam back vinyl directly over monkey hair vinyl with the spray adhesive or would you need to remove the monkey hair vinyl first?

[@Saintly2]

How on earth many cans of adhesive do you need to purchase? With them running $30+/can... it seems like a crazy high expense.

[@SailriteDIY]

Coverage is approximately 30 square feet (covering both surfaces vertically and horizontally) per can. I hope that helps answer your question about DIY. You could always go to a professional shop and ask how much they would charge, it might be a little more.

[@never2lateproductions503]

😅

[@nyc-brooklyngirl8340]

🥺😂😂😂this guy looks lost. To much work🥴