Van Build
Doing out a DIY campervan and looking for some van build ideas? We spent just under 6 months building out our Sprinter van conversion & did 99% of it all ourselves. All the skills we learnt are completely self taught & if we can build a home on wheels so can you!
So have a flick through our van build guides, & any questions you have, ask away in the comments.
- The Best Toilets for Campervans
The best toilets for campervans have the ability to turn your rig from an adequate getaway vehicle into an off grid beast. In fact the... - Sprinter Van Conversion: Your FREE DIY Guide
Everything you need to know about how to do your own sprinter van conversion, including detailed step by step guides and materials lists. - Camper Van Window Installation: A DIY Guide
Pros and cons to installing camper van windows, different types, where to buy them, location options and a step by step installation guide. - Van Roof Vent Installation: Step-by-Step Guide
The best campervan roof vent, our system explained, step by step van roof vent installation tips and why ventilation is so important. - Insulating A Van Conversion: Essential InfoThis helpful insulating a van info explains why you need to do it, the best DIY camper van insulation and all our best installation tips.
- Camper Van Flooring: Options & Installation TipsThere's three layers to camper van flooring; insulation, subfloor and top floor. Here's how to choose the best type of van flooring plus installation tips.
- About Our DIY Campervan Gas InstallationHere’s all about our DIY campervan gas system. Including how we installed it, made sure it’s safe and a full list of components.
- DIY Camper Electrical SystemAll about our DIY camper electrical system, with wiring diagram and lots of useful info on sizing batteries, solar panels, fuses and cables.
- Camper Van Plumbing: A DIY GuideFull DIY guide on how we put together our camper van plumbing system, including camper water system diagram and full parts list.
- Campervan Cladding: How To Do ItHow to install wooden campervan cladding, required products and tools, plus tips for saving weight and creating neat finished edges.
- Easy DIY Camper Van Shower KitStep by step instructions on how we built a fully customisable DIY van conversion shower in our Mercedes Sprinter.
- Really Helpful Campervan Diesel Heater Install TipsHelpful tips for your cheap camper diesel heater DIY install, plus extras you'll need to buy and operation issues to watch out for.
- Dometic Coolmatic CRX50 Fridge ReviewPros and cons of the Dometic Coolmatic CRX50, details of specific features and what to consider when choosing the best campervan fridge for you.
- How To Install Campervan WifiHow we installed our DIY motorhome internet, campervan WiFi router and external aerial info, plus the best data SIMS for UK and Europe use.
- Sprinter Headliner Shelf: How To Build OneHow we built our DIY Sprinter headliner shelf, including making a template, upholstering it and options for fixing it securely in place.
- DIY Sprinter Roof Rack: Design & InstallStep by step instructions on designing and installing your own DIY Sprinter roof rack system, including full materials list.
- Truma Ultrastore Water Heater ReviewAn honest and unbiased review of the 10 litre Truma Ultrastore water heater. Including ease of DIY install, ease of use and value for money.
