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[video=youtube] Built a small upper cabinet in the van, similar to those above my Murphy bed. Added some Formica and a storage basket, et Voila! It's not  completely finished, but you get the idea :) Van Williams

Continued working on my Mondriaan painting. When it's finished, it will be hung on the front of the bed in the van. It will bring some needed color to a mostly white interior. Van Williams & Joey

I am also worried about using cans that are not made specifically for food storage. Be careful. Van Williams

All good ideas. First, I hope to prevent getting rodents, in particular mice, in the van. If they do and damage the bins, I'll have to find another solution. Don't think tin is too healthy for storage and being a cheapskate, I have looked at repurposing, but I specifically wanted something light...

[video=youtube] This pantry is located above the passenger side wheel well. The bottom half consists of four drawers, the top half has three dividers. Like all the other cabinets in the van, the doors and drawer fronts will be installed at a later time. And there is also still some work to be...

I don't really disagree. But things are rarely that black and white. There are three things that come to mind: I love woodworking; just the feel of some highly sanded hardwood, makes my day. I am at a point in life, that I want to do things right the first time. When I have a nice looking van...

That's a good idea, but I expect to live outside most of the time with the doors open. So it may have a limited application. Van Williams

Hi crofter, I will sleep better than you, those mice won't find a hair on my head to play in :) As you can see in the photo, I have already placed 12 bins for dry goods, dog biscuits et al. Then add some space for cans. I was thinking the same thing as you. But I have fewer things (hair) to...

Took a break from my toilet adventure and finished most of the work on the pantry. The drawer fronts and closet door are still missing, but they will be added much later. Meanwhile, I will take all the closet parts down again, put finishes and Formica where they have to go, work on the electric...

I think that most vandwellers or RVers are well aware of their impact on nature and will take steps to minimize that. But unfortunately a few make such a mess wherever they go. So reasonable rules are fine with me and necessary to make this way of life possible. Van Williams

I have no black water tank, but connect the P-line to the grey water tank. BTW that tank can smell too. I will make arrangements for a small fan with an exterior exhaust, if needed. Will adjust as needed. Van Williams

Most of your time will be spent on preparation and design. Knowing what you want to do with the van, will allow you to buy the right van. You can build a lot with few tools, keep it simple and still have a solid build. There are a lot of details to think of, but most are relatively simple...

Maki2 was more focused on the existing rules and regulations. Whether they are enforced, is another matter. And violating those rules, expose you to fines. Usually you probably can get away with it, but that doesn't mean that it is an endorsement. I try to avoid places with too many rules, so it...

Fortunately I won't have to depend on the LTVA rules (yet), but I would say that it's time to change the rules again. Reducing the use and production of fertilizer and reducing the strain on waste treatment plants should be a good thing and be promoted. Van Williams

I fully agree with most of what you said. I think that what I like most of vanlife and conversions is, that anybody can do what they want or need. That's why you see so many different layouts and designs. With regard to my toilet, it's build as a standard sized toilet and the bucket size...

What makes black water, was a no nonsense practical and personal statement. Rules from government agencies are a whole different issue. As you say, in some places even dishwater is considered black water; that means that my grey water tank suddenly became a black water tank. BTW I never...

[video=youtube] I make some changes to the toilet, add Formica to the cabinet and slide-out, and spray paint the toilet. Video link: YouYube Previous toilet videos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyrIiniKvmg6QGqX_Np0qKPAgdichQxqh

Have you ever considered contacting a local woodworking club; you may find a member that is willing to lend a hand. I am close to the end of my van build and can give you some advice about the things you mentioned. I am on the Suncoast, probably close to your area. You can contact me at...

There could be a whole different discussion about that. Pee is sterile and is a good fertilizer that can be used anywhere in a dilluted form. The combination of solids and fluids, is what makes a black water tank. The whole idea behind a separating toilet is to avoid those issues. In the end you...

Would love to see some images. In my case, the 5 gallon bucket is purely out of convenience. Locally acquired and cheap. Meanwhile I have adjusted it to the size that fits my toilet and maybe even reduce that; it's probably 2.5-3 gal now. I like that it is black and virtually invisible. Space is...