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HOW TO build overhead upper cabinets for your RV campervan conversion 

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I show you the easy and simple way to Build Overhead Upper storage Cabinets Cupboards Camper van RV Conversion easy and simple using only hand tools
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@PhilPassmore
@PhilPassmore 4 года назад
Use a Stanley knife to cut the tongue off one side of the cladding panels, then glue the bit into the groove on the other side.
@davebron4888
@davebron4888 4 года назад
Nice job Mel,good little hideaway for passport,ipads and allsorts.
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you don’t tell anyone lol 😂🤓👍
@rockoutrainbow5440
@rockoutrainbow5440 2 месяца назад
We found the cabinet video! Like the idea of using cladding, which might make it easier for us to handle. Thanks Mel 😍🚚🔨🪛
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld Месяц назад
Glad it was helpful! good luck with the build
@georgeoliver8989
@georgeoliver8989 4 года назад
Top notch Mel 👍
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you 🤓👍
@woolleycodwanderers4833
@woolleycodwanderers4833 4 года назад
Really smart looking job there Mel 👍 ... ❤️👵🏼🐾🐾🤠
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you 👍🤓👍
@ninathecampulance8268
@ninathecampulance8268 4 года назад
This video is great help. I am looking to build similar in my ambulance, but maybe shelving with lips rather than cupboards.
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you for positive feedback good luck with your build
@rickardenstedt
@rickardenstedt 4 года назад
Really nice done ! 👍👍👍👍👍👍...a few extra thumbs up...
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you 👍🤓👍
@dp41mer
@dp41mer 4 года назад
Nice one Mel. Stop sayin sorry for never done it before, we are all winging it! It's just like watching myself on my own build.. where's my screwdriver?? LOL - I can totally relate. keep the vids coming, cheers David
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you dave 👍🤓👍
@dogmandoug1715
@dogmandoug1715 4 года назад
Wood glue when screwing one piece of wood to another will add huge amounts of strength Mel.
@Rickym403
@Rickym403 4 года назад
Great video as usual, nice one 👍
@smoothieblues
@smoothieblues 4 года назад
Great work Mel how about adding lights inside the cupboards, just a thought mate👍
@73smoo
@73smoo 4 года назад
Good work! I really like that you are not always looking for the 200% solution. Simple, quick, cheap - I really like that.
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you 👍🤓👍
@tomoandthebigkahuna
@tomoandthebigkahuna 4 года назад
Looks good Mel 🍻
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you 👍🤓👍
@Brian-Boru
@Brian-Boru 3 года назад
You got a new thumbs up and a new subscriber, making everything look less daunting brilliant
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 3 года назад
Thank you 😊
@sparkygazza
@sparkygazza 4 года назад
Good on ya Mel your doing a Grand Job.
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you really appreciate your encouragement 👍🤓👍
@SACREDTRAVELLER
@SACREDTRAVELLER 4 года назад
Wow Mel, this cupboard is awesome. I was needing to know how to go about this and you've done it for me!!! YEAHHHH! x
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
That’s brilliant always nice to know that someone has found my videos useful 👍🤓👍
@SACREDTRAVELLER
@SACREDTRAVELLER 4 года назад
Mel’s Van World Yes this is super useful and also was the kitchen base cupboard video. I’ll be putting your videos to good use next week. Ever thought about having a meet up for all camper conversion enthusiasts? X
@SACREDTRAVELLER
@SACREDTRAVELLER 4 года назад
Mel’s Van World Yes this is super useful and also was the kitchen base cupboard video. I’ll be putting your videos to good use next week. Ever thought about having a meet up for all camper conversion enthusiasts? X
@samtruglio6544
@samtruglio6544 4 года назад
Hi Mel, another great video. Nice cabinet.
@Ninalovepippin
@Ninalovepippin 4 года назад
Nice job Mel,I won’t tell anyone about you secret compartment,very funny 😁 🤪😆 👍
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you I appreciate that 😂👍🤓👍
@mikebrown7194
@mikebrown7194 4 года назад
Thumbs up from me as always Mel. Coming along nicely innit? Watch your head mate...
@DaveTheDasher77
@DaveTheDasher77 4 года назад
Great stuff Building cabinets now,you made it easy for me I don’t need to think ,just watch your video. Cheers for taking time to video all these builds,I know it must slow you down .
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you you’re absolutely welcome it’s always nice to know my videos are helpful good luck with your build 👍🤓👍
@CarpyChris1964
@CarpyChris1964 4 года назад
Great vid mel👍👍
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you 👍🤓👍
@theyorkshireman1973
@theyorkshireman1973 4 года назад
Loved the video always wondered how to make them in a camper
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
That’s brilliant to know it’s helpful please don’t forget to give it a thumbs up 👍 it help support my channel 👍🤓👍
@theyorkshireman1973
@theyorkshireman1973 4 года назад
@@BigVanSmallWorld always do mel lot of effort goes into making these videos :)
@OoCRC15
@OoCRC15 3 года назад
Mel, very informative and simple. Not to mention hilarious. You're a champion.
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 3 года назад
Thank you buddy 👍🤓👍
@richardbrabbs8283
@richardbrabbs8283 4 года назад
Loved the moment when mel realises he's just told everyone his secret hiding place bless him lol
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Haha cheers 🍻 👍😂👍
@michaelw2104
@michaelw2104 4 года назад
Hi Mel Thumbs up must be working lol your popping up everywhere
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Really is that rite ? 🤞
@barryjackson8512
@barryjackson8512 4 года назад
That’s looks spot on
@anothercampervanchannel
@anothercampervanchannel Год назад
I make it up as I go along too which is why I have to do everything twice 🤣🤦‍♀
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld Год назад
You’re doing a great job 👍👍👍
@anothercampervanchannel
@anothercampervanchannel Год назад
@@BigVanSmallWorld Ah thank you 😊
@trailerparkingboys45
@trailerparkingboys45 4 года назад
I need to watch this one
@frederickharron5217
@frederickharron5217 4 года назад
Brilliant...! 😳
@lanodramallama
@lanodramallama 4 года назад
Those cupboards look tip top, Mel, great job!
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you that’s really appreciated 👍🍻
@mrchill1005
@mrchill1005 4 года назад
Love it have done exactly the same to my swb transit above the bed. Great vid mel 👍
@grumpygrandpa3640
@grumpygrandpa3640 4 года назад
Very nice Mel 👍👍
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you 👍🤓👍
@jojojo9178
@jojojo9178 4 года назад
ow wow, those overhead lockers... beautiful with that woodcoloured ceiling.
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you 👍🤓👍
@charliethebubbles
@charliethebubbles 4 года назад
Wish you had produced this a couple of weeks ago, I've made a proper pigs ear of mine.
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Oh sorry mate you could always redo yours that’s the beauty of self build 👍🤓👍
@wegenforum
@wegenforum 4 года назад
THE PART, Mel it looks THE PART!!! Could say anything about how I'd do... But no. STUNNING, nothing less😁
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you that’s really nice of you 👍🤓👍
@TheHumanSoundSystem
@TheHumanSoundSystem 3 года назад
i think youve just helped me drop my anxiety of making my own overhead cupboards. thanks a lot
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 3 года назад
Thank you that’s really kind of you to say makes all the hard work worthwhile good luck with your build 👍😊👍
@TheHumanSoundSystem
@TheHumanSoundSystem 3 года назад
@@BigVanSmallWorld such a simple and effective way and no need to measure all the changing angles and curves or having to cut out loads of wierd shape panels. this video really did help a lot
@lifesasprinter4409
@lifesasprinter4409 4 года назад
A man after my own heart, simplicity 👌
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you 👍🤓👍
@44sherlock30
@44sherlock30 4 года назад
It would be interesting to know what detector you use and if you're as good with it as building campervans 😊 You're doing a great job keep it up 👍
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you I use a minelab Excalibur 11 and a equinox 800 Dream machine GPZ 7000 👍🤓👍
@44sherlock30
@44sherlock30 4 года назад
Minelab are great machines 👍 I use the Garrett at pro .. you'll need to put up a video of you on a hunt and show them how it's done 🤠 ..cheers Mel 👍
@donaldmarks8707
@donaldmarks8707 4 года назад
Looking really good Mel. I can't wait to see this van finished mate. Keep up the good work. Look forward to the next one. :-)
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you 👍🤓👍
@derekfixter9084
@derekfixter9084 4 года назад
They look great Mel, you have every right to be proud of them.
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you 👍🤓👍
@gypsy_under_supervised1
@gypsy_under_supervised1 3 года назад
You build just like me. Omg your to funny got my follow
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 3 года назад
Thank you buddy that’s really appreciated 👍
@BillyBigBaws
@BillyBigBaws 4 года назад
Wee bit rubber trim around the bottom will save that noggin and produce a lot less profanity over time.
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Brilliant idea 👍🤓👍
@zenzen9131
@zenzen9131 4 года назад
Best video yet. Tons of info and tons of humour :)
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you 👍🤓👍
@wayneofox1081
@wayneofox1081 4 года назад
Cracking job Mel, professional. Well done. Thanks for sharing!
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you 👍🤓👍
@garrybeard7718
@garrybeard7718 4 года назад
Them lockers look great. Fantastic video MEL it’s all coming together well done mate.👍🇬🇧🍺🤘
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you 👍🤓👍
@stephendamerell6007
@stephendamerell6007 4 года назад
Another Great job Mel.just finished my van , made it in the same style as yours rough and rustic. Thanks for all the tips.
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you I’m happy for you 👍🤓👍
@diycampervanman1633
@diycampervanman1633 4 года назад
You are such an addictive character and so likeable. well done and keep it up pal.
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you 👍🤓👍
@mobileupload4374
@mobileupload4374 4 года назад
Great job on the overhead cupboard mate. You must get the bennyhill theme tune for the sped up bits 😂👍🏻
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you I would love that but I’m afraid I may get copyright strikes again 👍🤓👍
@pa_maj.MARTINI-van-MAN
@pa_maj.MARTINI-van-MAN 4 года назад
We love your new editing skills and appreciate your time spent producing mate 👍 I never need reminded to leave a thumb's up, funny how some do 😂
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you I really do appreciate your encouragement and support 👍🤓👍
@theadventuresoflario
@theadventuresoflario 4 года назад
Looking spot on.. Currently building my vans third interior from pallets, taken some tips from you.. 👍
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you it’s always nice to hear that my videos are helpful really appreciated 👍🤓👍
@69narcosis69
@69narcosis69 4 года назад
Well done Mel , will be starting my sprinter soon .. 4 years of thinking about it lol
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Go for it good luck 👍🤓👍
@ashy1423
@ashy1423 4 года назад
VIEWERS,, if you’ve watched this then c’mon leave a thumbs up,👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍 Great job Mel, love the colour👍, Pity the job couldn’t be done on fast forward like the video😂 As they say it’s the little things that matter and all your hints and tips are so handy. Thank you. Stay well. Ash 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you 👍🤓👍
@nur5ey1
@nur5ey1 4 года назад
Excellent vid Mel, the most enthusiastic van building I think I've seenon RU-vid!! 😉👍
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Oh thank you that’s really appreciated 👍🤓👍
@kimballard8362
@kimballard8362 4 года назад
Nice one Mel, especially for first time D.I.Y van converters with minimal tools and skills, simple but does the job, well done guy.
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you 👍🤓👍
@joelwainwright1457
@joelwainwright1457 4 года назад
👍 thumbs up from me Mel as usual, always great to watch your videos on here, always informative great fun and inoffensive
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you Joel I really appreciate your positivity means a lot 👍🤓👍
@markgrinsted8728
@markgrinsted8728 4 года назад
Well done mel exelent job as usual!👍👍👍
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you 👍🤓👍
@derykmacleod4979
@derykmacleod4979 4 года назад
It's shaping up nice! I like the overhead cabinet! Come spring I have a slab of black walnut with a living edge with a nice nautical looking finials to go up as a shelf above my galley area, need something to help hold my crap in place lol. cheers!
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Sounds lush 👍🤓👍
@cc_clueless_couple4851
@cc_clueless_couple4851 4 года назад
You know what Mel.....that looks so simple we might just give it a go!! Thanks wor kid C&C x
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you and you are absolutely welcome 👍🤓👍
@jetwalking
@jetwalking 4 года назад
I am currently mulling over doing my own campervan. Mulled over buying a pre-made factory one- and I know that would just drive me mad! Thank you for all your great videos- they've already answered lots of questions that have come into my noggin. Keep up the great work Mel. All the best.
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you that’s really nice to know good luck with your build 👍🤓👍
@katcankan7129
@katcankan7129 4 года назад
A great Job Mel. Have a nice weekend 😊
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you and you 👍🤓👍
@MichaelofEngland
@MichaelofEngland 4 года назад
Good work Mel. What's going in with YT? I'm amazed you don't have far more subscribers! ... keep going, almost at 10k !!!
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Cheers buddy I’m amazed I got all most 10k 👍🤓👍
@leeanncurgenven4301
@leeanncurgenven4301 4 года назад
Good evening Mel it's Steve and leeann from cornwall, the overhead cupboards looks fantastic.love the colour it looks nice and cosy keep up the good work also enjoying the Wednesday waffle lol 👍
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Hi thank you 👍🤓👍
@stephanegenest6793
@stephanegenest6793 4 года назад
I enjoy that project clever built but to much talking, but that's my view, new subscriber on board captain.
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you I really do appreciate your encouragement and support 👍🤓👍
@wegenforum
@wegenforum 4 года назад
When Mell stops talking, I'd be calling his doctor, he might be sick. 😂
@inventor1v
@inventor1v 4 года назад
Mel, have you seen those springs they use to keep the cupboard doors open? They're just about 6 - 7 inches long, screw at each end and just bend to close and keep the doors closed shut. Simples! 👍
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Hello yes I know exactly what you mean thank you 👍🤓👍
@LostNative
@LostNative 4 года назад
Lovely job, everyone was asking if u were a carpenter? They are beautiful, when do you think ur send it to the DVLA? I went down stairs and starting measuring up straight away. There all marked out now,_👍
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Well done 👍 no rush for the dvla no I’m not a chippy 👍🤓👍
@stevekovarez
@stevekovarez 4 года назад
Great vid Mel ......I would have hinged a square fold out mirror on the end panel of the cupboard ...it would have been in right place and saved you altering your cupboard doors :D
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Cheers mate 👍🤓👍
@scottl5028
@scottl5028 4 года назад
👍🏼
@susanlambert8164
@susanlambert8164 4 года назад
Great vid Mel👍 will use that idea in my next build if you don't mind.
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you and you’re absolutely welcome to 👍🤓👍
@banntheman7925
@banntheman7925 4 года назад
GREAT AS ALWAYS HOPE YOU GET GOOD NUMBERS MEL FROM SKEGNESS
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you 👍🤓👍
@stek2190
@stek2190 4 года назад
Built mine with your idea💡 and easy to do it your way, would of been struggling without your video 👍
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you I’m so pleased to hear that it’s helped someone 👍🤓👍
@stek2190
@stek2190 4 года назад
@@BigVanSmallWorld buy these I got them for my cupboards work great from amazon. Pair x 80Nm Gas Strut Stay Lift Cabinet Cupboard Door Soft close £5.50
@whippetsadventuresandoneman
@whippetsadventuresandoneman 4 года назад
Such amazing Mel 👍💪 so simple been rattling my brains how I was going to do mine. Seeing how you done yours has and will help me massively when I get round doing mine ;) I know how you feel I worked on my camper from 7pm yesterday till 6am this morning 😂
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you it’s always nice to know I have helped someone out good luck with your build spring is around the corner it will all be worth it 👍🤓👍
@whippetsadventuresandoneman
@whippetsadventuresandoneman 4 года назад
Do you have Instagram Mel? 👍💪
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
No I don’t do you think I should
@whippetsadventuresandoneman
@whippetsadventuresandoneman 4 года назад
Mel’s Van World there’s loads of lovely people who have built there vans on there good to chat with them and get advice about building your own camper ;) your videos have helped me because of my daily job I only weekends to build my van so seeing your simple but beautiful way of your van build is helping me do my van quicker :)
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
That’s really nice to know 👍🤓👍
@stek2190
@stek2190 4 года назад
Looking good gona have a go at that tomorrow just what I need in mine to complete. Looks simple to do. Great vid Mel 👍
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you are absolutely welcome good luck with your build 👍🤓👍
@stek2190
@stek2190 4 года назад
@@BigVanSmallWorld thanks mate and I enjoy watching and learning bits from your videos keep up with the good work 😁👍
@blklez39
@blklez39 4 года назад
❤️❤️
@barry-cq4xg
@barry-cq4xg 4 года назад
nice job as normal. Good advice from "The Dog" on using PVA glue on the joints as it will avoid squeaking when the wood dries out over time.
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you yes good idea 👍🤓👍
@handsomesteve2131
@handsomesteve2131 4 года назад
👍
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Cheers 🍻 👍🤓👍
@michaelbratton3319
@michaelbratton3319 4 года назад
It's OK Mel I looked the other way when you pointed out your secret hidey-hole🤔 so I don't know where it is! The van is deffo coming together now I am enjoying the videos Happy camping from BIGMICK🏕️👍
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Cheers mate really appreciated 👍🤓👍😂
@simonmurphy7346
@simonmurphy7346 4 года назад
Hi Mel, we love your videos and we are in the process of a conversion. What size timber did you use for the front of your overhead cabinets please? Where did you get your handles and hinges? Cheers!
@stevewild4449
@stevewild4449 4 года назад
Cracking job as usual Mel, I shouldn't have pissed myself laughing at you losing your prescription goggles but gaining a very expensive screw box ..... but I did 😲🤣🤣🤣
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
All good mate thank you 👍🤓👍
@paulsmart7564
@paulsmart7564 4 года назад
Great secret compartment Mel. Don’t tell anybody though. 😂 Van’s looking good.👍
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you 😂🤓👍
@feckneddy
@feckneddy 4 года назад
I'm learning, Also you have a wood-burner AND a diesel heater how very bourgeois ;)
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Yep 👍 🤓👍
@peterclark1752
@peterclark1752 2 года назад
Hi Mel great vids mate, yep new to your channel and off to get the wood tomorrow haha hoping all goes well what size timber do you use on the front overhead cupboards thanks Pete
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 2 года назад
From B&Q T18 x W70 x L2400mm I used this size though out my van cupboard frames bed slats extra hope this helps
@M.Mchale
@M.Mchale 3 года назад
I found this very entertaining and informative as im starting a merc sprinter build myself. Thanks for posting, just subbed and give a thumbs up 👍
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 3 года назад
Hay thank you for the positive feedback and I really appreciate your support good luck with your build 👍🍻👍
@M.Mchale
@M.Mchale 3 года назад
Im going to need the look lol.... it was an ambulance for dead or dieing people.... its a nice van but I've gotta get my head around an acetech added computer and the back is insulated, fibre glassed with grp... , im wanting to build on whats already in place but can't scale anything for fixings as all the ribs are completely covered in grp ect
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 3 года назад
Have a look at rubber well nuts iv used them on boats 👍
@M.Mchale
@M.Mchale 3 года назад
@@BigVanSmallWorld ok, thabks for the heads up, ill look into it....
@M.Mchale
@M.Mchale 3 года назад
Im a boat painter by trade lol....Hello =)
@simonsimpson4695
@simonsimpson4695 4 года назад
Plans are a nuisance. They stop your creativity. The "plans" for my projects are in my head. It's great to see you are making frames this way. I like this way of doing things.
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you 👍🤓👍
@lovek2us
@lovek2us 4 года назад
Mel, you should be proud of the cabinets, the whole build so far. I learned how to make some cabinets. Thanks for sharing.
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
You are absolutely welcome thanks for watching and your support really appreciated 👍🤓👍
@bigcasey4143
@bigcasey4143 4 года назад
It looks lovely Mel... and those nice sharp corners look to be just the right height to bash yer noggin on... hope I'm not being prophetic though...
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Lol no worries I have thought about that 😂🤓👍
@justinsmith6296
@justinsmith6296 4 года назад
Ya he's wearing a crash helmet to bed lol
@alant2419
@alant2419 4 года назад
@@BigVanSmallWorld For most of the last 40 years I have towed a caravan when away. I always have a fixed towball. Cracked my shins on it once .... nearly 40 years ago. 👍
@darrenmeears4667
@darrenmeears4667 4 года назад
Love all your videos Mel what do think about putting a old caravan interior in a van do reckon it's worth considering 👍👌
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you absolutely if you can get one.👍😂👍
@MrFergusferret
@MrFergusferret 4 года назад
A premier, with red carpet !!!!
@neilt
@neilt 4 года назад
The whole world knows now 😀
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
That’s good 🤓👍
@caledoniankiwi5653
@caledoniankiwi5653 3 года назад
Okay Mel, you have to tell me why you use Automotive Filler instead of wood filler - Then please tell me the Automotive filler you use :) - We have just built our first bench for the van and need to get rid of the ugly screws and cracks 🤔
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 3 года назад
Because I already had it laying around
@adamcook8564
@adamcook8564 4 года назад
Really enjoying your videos! May I ask what stain you used for your ceiling?
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you I used dark oak wood stain and then indoor mat varnish i have to admit it does look better on camera than in real life 👍🤓👍
@shokojimhollingsworth3940
@shokojimhollingsworth3940 3 года назад
You've become my favorite vanlife channel! Thanks for your building advice and playful sense of humour. I'm just building out a van now, and watching videos as I go to figure it all out!!
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 3 года назад
Thank you that’s really kind of you to say good luck with your build 👍😊👍
@UrbanVanlife
@UrbanVanlife 4 года назад
now we know where the passports going we can book flights lol . great job man
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Haha Thank you 👍🤓👍
@unknownmeaning8506
@unknownmeaning8506 4 года назад
Thank you brilliant video I will be using the self tapping screws for the battens in the ceiling will then be strong enough to add a unit like this to? And any advice in what thickness of screws to use for the ceiling battens?
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you I use 4mm screws quit a lot
@unknownmeaning8506
@unknownmeaning8506 4 года назад
@@BigVanSmallWorld thank you for the reply and thank you for all the videos and taking the time to do them they really are a massive help
@vangeezerexperience
@vangeezerexperience 4 года назад
Great job, Mel. This is what it's all about. A little bit of simplicity, design and creative planning :) You don't need a whole wood shop complete with every tool in the business to make a useful van, that looks half decent and who is going to serve You with a lot of pleasures for years to come. I must admit though that I am following them too, just because I am impressed with their capabilities and there is always some tricks to pick up there too - even for us with just hand tools :)
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Thank you 👍🤓👍
@MrMartinburgar
@MrMartinburgar 4 года назад
I know
@Ray-cw8ms
@Ray-cw8ms 4 года назад
Hi Mel, how do you rate the sprinter compared to the transits now? Thanks Ray
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Hi ray they’re completely different sprinter is nice to drive but transit you get more for your money especially if you get a trend 👍🤓👍
@qdawg4033
@qdawg4033 4 года назад
If somebody steals your passport...it wasn't me 😎
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Ok I trust you 👍🤓👍
@estherstephens1858
@estherstephens1858 4 года назад
Hey, Mel, how far behind are you uploading your videos? I ask because I’m SUPER excited for you knowing Spring is approaching. I know you still have a lot to do but maybe you will be finished EARLY!
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 4 года назад
Only about a week at the moment some time my videos are right up to date the weather is really challenging at the moment thank you for your encouragement really appreciated 👍🤓👍
@hannabanana82
@hannabanana82 Год назад
Mel what screws would you suggest to use when adding batons to the metal ? Do they need to be heavy duty for when your later on adding cupboards etc ? Cheers
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld Год назад
i use 4mm self drilling self tapping screws various lengths
@KilldrenMusic
@KilldrenMusic 3 года назад
Did you use those hinges for the practicality of not having them hidden? Or is it purely stylistic? Having trouble choosing hinges and getting very confused 😂
@BigVanSmallWorld
@BigVanSmallWorld 3 года назад
Hi I use them because I like that rustic look and there so simple to use and move change about if needs be 👍😊👍
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