Welcome to “The Van” category page, where we share our journey of converting a van into a cozy and functional home on wheels. Van life has become increasingly popular in recent years as people seek a more minimalistic and adventurous lifestyle.
This page shares our experiences and insights about converting our van, including tips and tricks for DIY van conversion projects, ideas for space-saving solutions, and reviews of essential gear and equipment. We also share stories and photos from life on the road, including our favorite destinations and memorable experiences.
Whether considering van life or simply curious about the lifestyle, the “The Van” category page is the perfect resource for inspiration and information. So, join us on our journey and discover the freedom and adventure of life on the road.
Southco’s push to close latches offer a number of advantages over other types of latches, making them the ideal choice for a wide range of applications. First, they are extremely easy to use, requiring only a simple push to close. This makes them particularly well-suited for applications where frequent opening and closing are required, such…
Do you want this? Or This? Van life can be a great adventure for couples looking to explore the open road and experience all nature offers. However, there are a few things that couples should keep in mind when embarking on this type of journey. Here are a few tips for couples in van life….
In the last post, I discussed the exterior items that went into our build. This van build series post will be set around the van’s interior, although one item is an exterior/interior item. These items do not need an entire post dedicated to them. So, I bundled them up and created the following excellent piece…
In this post, I’ll go into greater detail about smaller areas of our van build series and other one-off items. We did not build a stealth van, so our goal was not to keep the exterior “Plain Jane”. Also, everything we’ve added is not just for aesthetics. Another important note: none of these items have…
I’m not going to provide you with the meaning of van life, nor give you any other life-changing information here. What I am going to provide you is my honest opinion when it comes to van life and 5 things I wish I would have known about van life. Even with these items, I’m discussing,…
The framing, most of the time, goes unseen. It is behind van walls, behind the cabinets, etc. If your van conversion will be used for traveling, living in, or extended stays, you’ll most likely be doing a more in-depth build than just a makeshift bed and some storage racks and bench seats. In comes the…
It was towards the end of October 2020; we were in the Southern region of Yellowstone National Park and about 3:00 in the morning. I’m pretty sure the teeth chattering that woke me up was my own. I had to work up the courage to get out from under the covers to check the temp…
Flooring? Oh, my goodness, where to start. To date, we’ve tried four different types of flooring. What kind of floors are best? What is the most durable type of flooring? For flooring, it really does come down to personal preference, I cannot say one is any better than the other. Do you like the tile…
As it turns out I’m not a carpenter either. I cannot scribe a wall or ceiling panel to save my life. I can get it close, but not close enough to make it look natural. I gave it a valiant effort though. In the Beginning, Bare Walls and a Ceiling Too. It all started out…
What comes to mind when you think of insulation? That pink stuff that makes you itch after touching it is what comes to mind for me, and I’m assuming it’d be the same for many people. Well, it’s true, it is pink, and it makes you itch, at least one type of insulation anyway. When…
