Then we made sure all the floor mounting screw heads were below the floor surface and leveled the depressions.
Sanded it all smooth.
The vinyl we liked came in a 12' wide roll., We wanted to avoid any seams, so we got a ~17' length, and end up with about twice as much as we need for Annie. Not yet sure what we'll use the leftover length for, but it might work out nicely for a hoped for bathroom remodel.
Anyways, we cut it in half. Snap line is used to mark the cut line.
Cut the roll with a sawsall. Loaded our preferred half into Annie
It's really cushy, flexible stuff!
And began slicing and dicing.
All cut and ready for glue down. We'll work on that and finishing touches in part 2 of this riveting saga.
Hey there! Just a quick note to say thanks for taking the time to create this blog and document your build in such detail. I plan on doing my van conversion next summer (still have not decided whether it will be a used Sprinter or a new Transit). My girlfriend and I will be full-timing and working from the road. Big life change!
ReplyDeleteJust wanted you to know that there are people like me reading your blog. And BTW, I think you're doing a great job. Looking forward to your next post. Cheers!
Thanks!
DeleteVery nice of you to stop by and write us.
DeleteFull-timing will need extra considerations on space usage. I look forward to seeing what you decide.
Hi Renee,
DeleteYes, cramming our lives into a cargo van is going to be a challenge! If funds weren't a consideration, I would go with the extended version of the Transit. But a used Sprinter is going to be significantly cheaper - assuming that we don't experience any significant engine repairs down the road. I go back and forth. Like you two, I plan on documenting our build in a blog, and I'll make sure and send you a link once that process begins (likely next summer). In the mean time I'll live vicariously through yours.
Cheers!
Pete
Hi Pete,
DeleteYour comment made us realize that we've never discussed how and why we decided to roll our own, and why we went with a Transit. I'll write up a post about that.
If you are not going to start before next summer, there MAY be suitable used Transits (or Promasters). I certainly understand the going back and forth on the decision. We did the same before finally taking the leap.
Looks terrific Stan, thanks for the new photos of your progress.
ReplyDeleteI like the look of the vinyl you guys chose.
Nice message from Pete.
Thanks Mike
DeleteIt looks like I can reply to comments if I use Chrome. Yay!!
I'm beginning to think I should drop Firefox as my default browser.
We chose a high end vinyl as everything will be mounted on top and wear in the long run was a concern. I also wanted the rubbery/cushy style.
ReplyDeleteNote to those doing a full sheet vinyl: we were told by the store floor mgr that it is best to use glue if anything was to be mounted on top. That is why we are gluing...next step.
This is so exciting! Nice-looking flooring pattern, and I'm amazed at how flexible the stuff is.
ReplyDeleteWe think (hope) it will work out well. Kya likes jumping in and laying on it...a good sign. I'm hoping to finish up the trim today, so part2 should be posted soon.
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