Step-by-Step DIY Van Conversion

Our DIY build. 
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Phase XX - Installation of Key Features

This website is like a van conversion- it's hard work and messy!

This list is out of order and in progress...just our discombobulated notes. We'll back at it when we can!  
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  1. kitchen near door for inside/outside access - long movable hose for faucet 
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y8PTLKIcxYI- access water tanks from outside/ use door as makeshift outdoor table
  2. butcher block counter top https://www.lowes.com/pd/The-Baltic-Butcher-Block-The-Baltic-Butcherblock-8-ft-Unfinished-Natural-Straight-Butcher-Block-Birch-Kitchen-Countertop/1000815502
  3. ​back of van pop out table https://www.americanvan.com/backsaver-workstation.html
     
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  2. Fill space behind electric boxes and Split insulation around wires like this https://www.google.com/search?q=lay+insulation+directly+on+wires&oq=lay+insulation+directly+on+wires&aqs=chrome..69i57.9732j0j7&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8#kpvalbx=_aWn3Xv_2I82z0PEPs_uioAg27

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  2. OVERALL
     
    Map of US https://www.allposters.com/-sp/National-Geographic-United-States-Political-Map-Executive-Style-Giant-Poster-Posters_i1656716_.htm?UPI=EZIBW0&sOrigID=50094
    Map of US https://www.etsy.com/listing/578097981/united-states-map-print-usa-map-poster?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=us+map+poster&ref=sr_gallery-1-2&pro=1
     
      
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    Memory Foam 75 x 30 x 5 – will need to cut it down to 68 https://www.amazon.com/Zinus-Memory-Mattress-Narrow-Replacement/dp/B074QVPRY9/ref=pd_lpo_196_t_0/130-3503238-1666243?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B074QVPRY9&pd_rd_r=1fe7255f-6447-491f-872e-71969ed5fba9&pd_rd_w=I6BmX&pd_rd_wg=dtvmv&pf_rd_p=7b36d496-f366-4631-94d3-61b87b52511b&pf_rd_r=Y2XGEER8BE62JEVY88ZJ&psc=1&refRID=Y2XGEER8BE62JEVY88ZJ
    Use slide outs for storage/ drawers
    Put sink by door with long faucet hose for washing off outside
    Use snaps to fasten things like rugs or a zipper bag behind the door (for receipts, etc.)
     
    Have hooks for backpacks, towels, etc.

kitchen near door for inside/outside access - long movable hose for faucet 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y8PTLKIcxYI- access water tanks from outside/ use door as makeshift outdoor table

Have counter top over sink and stove (two separate pieces) that lift up and clasp on to backsplash.  These should match countertop that’s over garbage drawer. This will provide additional counter top space. 
 
Pull out skinny drawer for spices
Magnetic spice containers here: https://thefansunited.com/products/12-pack-magnetic-spice-tins-multi-purpose-storage-tin?utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=google&utm_campaign=Google%20Shopping&gclid=CjwKCAjw_qb3BRAVEiwAvwq6Vq7oDELC94rco8fCccktTFCW3uLVc7LI7VkDYK4_222mRIPEB0yJYBoCfhMQAvD_BwE
Use an induction stove top with a top for counter space.
Research Norcold 12 v fridge – it’s nice. Or use mini fridge?
Put holders for remote controls on the inside of the cabinet door.
 
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