How I carpeted my van build #shorts

Carpeting a van conversion is a great way to create a comfortable, cosy space within the van. By carpeting I can cover up the insulation, making it look a lot nicer, but it also helps reduce condensation and makes the van just that little bit warmer. What do you think of my efforts?

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Now THIS was a daunting task, so I took an easy area to begin with - the ceiling. The carpet I chose was smoke grey coloured 4 way stretch automotive carpet and it was really easy to work with.

After the ceiling beams were carpeted, I moved on to the walls and each wall took about a day as there were so many contours, I wanted to do a neat job…and it was my first time doing it.

By spraying high temperature contact adhesive to the van and the carpet, waiting for the solvent to evaporate and sticking the carpet in place, it forms a permanent bond which will withstand the temperature fluctuations that vehicles are exposed to.

And don’t forget to wear a face mask, this stuff’s nasty!

After carpeting above the back doors, the last step was to carpet them. I wanted to create a really neat edge so stuck down some rubber u-channel (I bought 15 metres for all four doors) with a silicone adhesive first which I could tuck the edges of the carpet into. I did the same for the side doors too. It was a lot of work, but 100% worth it for the neat finish.

With some leftover carpet I made pockets in the door cards which have proved super useful for extra storage and that was the van carpeted!

Next up will be covering the floor.

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DISCLAIMER: In this video, I am in no way stating that this is the proper way to undertake the conversion of a van, however after research and experience using the van, I believe this to be the way that is best suited to my van and the way I intend to use it.

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