Don't throw away the little packets of silica gel from shoe boxes and handbags. I put them in my fridge when it's not being used to soak up excess moisture. It helps to reduce any build-up of mould.
Josie Excell
North Lopham, Norfolk

Squashed bugs can be the hardest things to remove from the outside of your van. But the most effective product I've found is Dettox Mould and Mildew Kitchen cleaner, which removes the bugs without the need for too much elbow grease.
Bridget Taylor
Reading, Berkshire

Don't douse squeaky cupboard latches with WD40 – it's far too greasy. Instead, use a dry lubricant such as 3in1 Silicone Spray on them – this is much cleaner and a lot less likely to drip muck onto the interior of your lockers.
Charles Parker
Bedford

Here's a tip for ralliers. I used to work on a caravan site and when the site was wet I would always put a beaded seat cover instead of a mat in front of my caravan door. It would get the worst of the muck off my shoes but wouldn't make the grass turn yellow. I'm sure most readers have got one lurking in some dark corner of the garage.
Mike Johns
Buxton, Derbyshire

Don't fork out for special Thetford Seal Lubricant to service the blade and seals in your chemical toilet – you can use olive oil instead. But don't just take my word for it – Thetford even suggests it on its website.
Brian Jones
Boston, Lancashire

If the storm straps on your awning vibrate in the wind, put a couple of twists in the strap from the corner of the awning to the ground on each side. It really does stop the vibrations.
David Keeler
By email

Here's a tip for those of you who like to caravan all year round. To save yourself fumbling around for the steadies bolt when you pitch up on a dark night, paint the bolt with fluorescent paint. Simple!
Patricia and John Shelley
Perth

Cut astroturf doormats to line your cupboards. Put them in place with the grassy side facing upwards – the irregular surface stops objects rattling and sliding about in transit.
Janet Morris
Ashford, Kent

To stop the wasps ruining your al fresco lunch, cut a plastic bottle in half, put a blob of jam in the base, then put the neck end upside down into the base. Cut two holes in the base, attach some string and hang it from your awning. Watch the wasps head for the honeypot while you enjoy your lunch in peace.
Ray Holland
By email

We caravanners are always looking to save weight, so here's my tip. I always carry a bottle of Traffic Film Remover. It's what professionals use to valet cars, and it's great on absolutely anything. Used neat, it makes short work of greasy, oily spills. When diluted, you can use it on the van's bodywork, and as a very weak solution it removes most interior stains. You don't need much and it comes in a travel-friendly one-litre size for around £3. I won't leave home without it.
Nick Raworth
Ipswich, Suffolk

We've just seen 'No-Drip Brolly Bags' in an outdoor clothing brochure for £3.65. What's wrong with sticking your wet umbrella outside, upside down with a carrier bag tied round the top?
Brenda Raven
Swansea