Man you videos are so detailed and super helpful. Thank you for sharing every step of your van build.

@MathersOnTheMap

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Eduardo, really appreciate it!

Your work is well detailed. You showed everything that a person building a van will encounter

@MathersOnTheMap

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jean!!!

Really appreciate this content! It can be super confusing to build a shower inside a van, awesome to have such detailed videos to reference and get ideas from. Hope ya'll are having fun out there!

@MathersOnTheMap

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Max we are best of luck with your build

Wow, I’m really impressed, thank you for sharing guys, great job 👏

@MathersOnTheMap

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Teresa!

Straight cash money Mathers on the Map!

i am STOKED to start my shower build after finding your video. i will look for eps 12, 13, and 15. SUPER job with the details

@MathersOnTheMap

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Ariel! Best of luck! 👍🏻

I appreciate the attention to detail. You make it look so simple that I wanted to this by myself. Hahahahah my only experience with plumbing is hooking the water hose. 😀😀

Hello, great video, I'm actually in the building of our "tour" van and your shower/toilet almost mirrors what I'm building. With exceptions of the shower pan drain being on the left side and having an actual bathroom fan. I'm using a cassette type toilet with a locking base, like you I don't want to drill the floor pan so what I used was three wide strips of Velcro. Doing it again I'd use only two as its pretty aggressive to get the toilet out. Great build, I'll look into some other videos you two have made. Thanks Robert in Canada

@MathersOnTheMap

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Robert! Thanks! We used a bamboo matt and screwed the toilet into that, helps secure it down well

That bird is fit

duh, just looked at your links, very good and informative vids

A couple of well-placed suction cups would probably do the job. One in the front, and two in the back corners on the bottom of your collection bin. That will keep it from scooting around, and still leave an extra lip out to be able to pop a seal and get it out easily. I would suggest a 3in suction cup. Just super glue them to the bottom of the tank.

The bottle pen scribe is super smart!

@MathersOnTheMap

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jane!!!

How about a teak wood shower mat for the shower floor and then you could attach the Natureshead to the teak. Great looking shower and always a thumbs up for the video 👍👍👍

@MathersOnTheMap

3 жыл бұрын

I need to look more into those, I was worried about it puncturing the shower pan but i'll see what I can find! thanks for the comment!

@Scrambler85

3 жыл бұрын

@@MathersOnTheMap I'm putting one in to protect my shower pan. My Natureshead will be on slides in a cabinet behind a water tight rv exterior hatch 24x30. I always enjoy your videos

@Scrambler85

3 жыл бұрын

@@MathersOnTheMap I'm putting one in to protect my shower pan. My Natureshead will be on slides in a cabinet behind a water tight rv exterior hatch 24x30. I always enjoy your videos

@MathersOnTheMap

3 жыл бұрын

That sounds awesome!!! Do you have a link to the teak shower Matt your using for your pan? I’m assuming you’ll have to cut it down the the dimensions

@Scrambler85

3 жыл бұрын

@@MathersOnTheMap I haven't gotten it yet and I will probably have to modify it. My shower pan is a 24" x 36". I removed it because the van is still under construction and I didn't want to drop anything on it. I am using the shower area for storage while I work on the rest of the van.

Great videos! Thank you for sharing them. We are thinking of doing a similar design in our van. especially the step. I'm happy to see it's been done before. :) A few ideas for your loo - 1. you could use velcro to the back wall, or maybe there are clips available to secure the lid down, like a baby proofing latch maybe? just so that if it does move, then at least the lid stays closed. Have fun adventuring in your rig, it looks great!

@MathersOnTheMap

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Hayley and Jake! We use a bamboo shower mat to secure the toilet and screw it in place it fits perfectly in the shower pan!

@HayleyandJake

3 жыл бұрын

@@MathersOnTheMap ya I watched your van tour after this video and saw you got it figured out. That’s awesome! Glad it’s working for you 😄

You could probably pop your TP in the box with the hose and wire when you shower.

Awesome job. Stainless steel eye screw into the top of the shelf on each side is what I would do with a stronger bungie cord.

@MathersOnTheMap

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the idea David! We went with the teak floor and screwed the toilet into that. It was pretty easy to do and I posted it on KZread community kzread.info/dron/dO-iaDj8lu0NRIzCdOJ8Ig.htmlcommunity?view_as=subscriber

@davidlundy5007

3 жыл бұрын

Mathers On The Map I need to catch up, lol

Hey @mathersonthemap - this video is awesome, has really helped me solve the problem of being able to have a nature's head without having to worry about compromising on a water tight shower. Question though, as you aren't bolting the toilet down and they recommend, how did you end up securing the toilet? Did you get movement? Also, do you find that the fan ensure you get no smell? Thanks!

I would just create some sort of pillow or block that you insert (shove/place) in front of the toilet keep it pinned between the front/back wall. Driving is the only time you need to worry about it moving so making the bathroom "non-operable" isn't a big deal. Then when you need to use the toilet take out the pillow/ block and use the john. Also I would line the bottom of the toilet with rubber so when you sit on the it, it doesn't move/ ruin the flooring of the shower.

@MathersOnTheMap

3 жыл бұрын

Solid idea If I don’t do a teak floor I’m definitely going to get some rubber for the toilet!

Put a rubber band around the outgoing pipe to fill the “too loose” cap.

Velcro the 90. Velcro the back of the nature’s head to the step shelf. Or use 3M hooks or clips to hold the toilet in place. No screwing around. Cheers from Canader eh!

@MathersOnTheMap

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Susan! We actually used a bamboo shower matt and screwed the toilet brackets into that. It’s really easy to remove when we want to shower

Have really enjoyed watching your detailed build videos. I would do some things differently, for example, I don't feel so comfortable using steel framing and would rather use 80/20, but not criticizing. For this shower design, it fits my preferences very closely. I like the way you handle the hose and power wire for the toilet, hiding it away while showering. I have not yet searched the comments for the suggestions on ways to lock down the toilet without putting more holes in the shower pan. Great question!

@MathersOnTheMap

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks John! We used a bamboo shower matt that fits perfectly within the pan for the toilet! It works well. Maybe in the next build I’ll use 80/20 not sure ... it’s so expensive

@jdaleske2

3 жыл бұрын

@@MathersOnTheMap How did you attach the toilet to the bamboo mat? Does that hold it in place while driving? Do you have a link to that mat? I selected to use bamboo for the cabinetry, so the mat would fit into the theme!

@MathersOnTheMap

3 жыл бұрын

Yes I screwed the toilet’s brackets to the matt and it secures it well, here’s the link I also added it to the description! amzn.to/2Ku1l3k

I do like your shower and I think FRP is better than trying to tile the shower. The tile and grout could be a maintenance issue as it needs to be cleaned and the wall will get bumped as you shower. I was concerned just a little flex and the brittle grout might crack. The Water pressure looks more than adequate.

@MathersOnTheMap

3 жыл бұрын

Yep I couldn’t agree more + it’s so much lighter!

hi nice vids, just one question, what do you use to control the water in the shower, thats goes through the shower head

Another great video! Now that I am just starting my build, I am even more impressed that you continue to make these “teaching”videos! Thank you!! Your van is looking so good! I love what you did in the shower with the step and the marine hatch! Great ideas! That’s is a really good solution for an aspect of the nature’s head that bugged me! I’m curious to know why you couldn’t do a teak base under your toilet? Is it because it would make the floor too high and the shower not tall enough for you? If so, Could you remove it when you take out the toilet? Looking back would you have built the shower on the van floor so it would allow more height? Thanks again for making such detailed videos!!

@MathersOnTheMap

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Sherry!!! I think if I were to do it over again I would have bought a 24x24 shower pan and then where the ledge is I would have build an elevate platform for the natures head. Im not sure though. Also I was thinking about putting a teak in the shower pan but I am afraid of it puncturing it and then I'll have bigger problems. I can't put it along the top edge of the shower pan because I put the hydroban and FRP over it to prevent and water seaming through. Do you mean securing the shower pan directly to the van floor not the sub floor? Im not sure, I doubt it since it would be difficult to get it perfectly level.

@2sherrymoore

3 жыл бұрын

Mathers On The Map I didn’t think about it puncturing-thanks! If you did a 24x24 pan, how much wider do you think it would make the shower after you build the toilet platform? Sorry for all the questions , the solar and plumbing are what is the most challenging for me so I’m trying to get my head wrapped around it!

@MathersOnTheMap

3 жыл бұрын

@@2sherrymoore I am going to look into the teak, we'll see!! but I'd probably keep it around 40-45 inches

I’ve watched your van videos probably over 1000 times and appreciate all the detailed information. Question about on your video, you have your shower pan up against both sides and the front of the walls before you put on your Backing board and FRP board. This will make it hangover the lip of the shower pan correct? Also, on the steel studs for the back wall did you screw directly into the ribbing of the van? Thanks for your help!

@MathersOnTheMap

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! Backer board over the pan (you don’t have to do it this way). We screwed steel studs into wood furring strips.

Hey Mathers - really inspiring and instructive videos! What thickness did you get for your Hydro band board? 1/2", 3/4" or 1"?

@MathersOnTheMap

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 1/2” 🤙🏻

@MathersOnTheMap Loving this step-by-step guide. Great shower concept! Do you guys have a recycling shower system? Or, if not, did you guys consider installing one? 23:58 Also, just one question: what did you apply to the back of the inside-corner and outside-corner spines in order to get them in place? I didn't see whether you applied the FRP adhesive or silicone. Am I crazy for not catching this or was I just not paying attention? XD Thanks

@MathersOnTheMap

3 жыл бұрын

thanks Caleb! I wish we had a recycling shower, but that was a little over my head initially. The corner spines are held in place simply from the pressure of the frp, no special adhesive.

Thanks for the helpful video. Question for you regarding the puck light. Did you "wet location" 12V puck light? I'm having a difficult time finding a wet location light for my van shower that is 12V. Every "wet location" light seems to be 110V. Not even sure if I need the the waterproof light. Any feedback on what you installed would be super helpful. Thanks in advance

@MathersOnTheMap

3 жыл бұрын

Nope just used sealant adhesive around the light to make it water tight. If it’s on the ceiling you should be good.

Did you use a CAD program to lay out your floor plan?

Hey Kevin. Maybe I missed it, but what is the shower pan brand? I don’t see of listed. Great vids. Thanks, Garth.

@MathersOnTheMap

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Garth, here’s the one we used amzn.to/2QAanMJ (it’s our affiliate link but if you don’t want to use that, just search for Lippert Components Right Handed Drain Shower Pan)

8:57 definitely see water leak

@mutchler87

3 жыл бұрын

Thought it was pretty funny he was saying “and..I definitely don’t see any water..” as there is water dripping 😂

what kind of washers are those?

Very nice shower, well built. What is the dimensions of the gray water tank for this shower ?. Thank you

@MathersOnTheMap

3 жыл бұрын

5 gallons not sure of dimensions check out installing gray tank for the link which should have it!

Hi im a new subscriber! your so honest admitting mistakes so we can all learn. And what you like and would do differently..I have an air head toilet in a tiny-shower. I put a plastic bag over toilet when I shower i dont take it out. Is that ok?

@MathersOnTheMap

2 жыл бұрын

Hey Tricia! Welcome to the channel were stoked you subscribed! I’m sure the toilet is ok wrapped in plastic bag as long as the compost and the fan component (electrical component) does not get wet!

What did you use to keep the toilet vent hole from rattling or potentially getting cut in the floor hole of the van you created?

@MathersOnTheMap

3 жыл бұрын

I used some foam plumbing insulation and will also spray some great stuff to seal up the hole from underneath the van

Hi, great video! Where did you get the shower door?

@MathersOnTheMap

3 жыл бұрын

amzn.to/3mcga7W. By Stoett, it’s a nautilus shower door

Nice video, just a question is the toilet only for pie of both types of waste?

@MathersOnTheMap

3 жыл бұрын

Both types 💩!!!

WOW 😳😲 .... Detailed, smooth, explained and kind of long, but GREAT👌🏻👌🏻👍🏻👍🏻 I guess, the BEST shower built so far of what i've seen (even if i think it would be less disturbance, if it would only be you doing this built, no female "support" around you . . . you really have a tough life at some points 🤣😂🤣😂) on youtube so far. Hope all your joints and seals hold and work as planned? Nice video, cool details and with you getting into that tight shower . . . always a challenge i guess 😉, of course, you're easy on the eyes as well and the calm voice make it easy to watch. GREAT job, well done now back into that tight shower and let's take a shower. I think it's easier if you get soaped up, less worries to hit that door with your elbows .... you just wait and see, so just accept the helping hands in therе. 😇☺️ 💦🚿💦🚿 NICE job! 🤗🤗

@MathersOnTheMap

3 жыл бұрын

Haha thank you! The showers holding up great no issues with the joints or seals but they weren’t fun installing!!!

Love the videos! How thick is the Hydroban?

@MathersOnTheMap

3 жыл бұрын

1/2”!!!

@donnamclaughlin9363

3 жыл бұрын

@@MathersOnTheMap Thanks!

“A” for effort, but that drain is not even close to right.😂😂😂

Since you video is pretty old, I hope you finished already your project and use it, how are you deal with water, which can go to urine bottle pan ?

@MathersOnTheMap

3 жыл бұрын

Yep we’re on the road check out our van life series! We take the toilet out when we shower

what did you do for the gap underneath the edge of the shower pan. On mine it looks like about 2 inces

@MathersOnTheMap

3 жыл бұрын

We built a frame out of wood!

@jeffmcdougall5869

3 жыл бұрын

@@MathersOnTheMap Thanks. We did that. at the front edge of the shower pan where it curves down it does not meet the floor (about 2 inches up). What did you do with that space? Also do you think using the frp inside corner moldings is essential?

Ps i just realized your pants are REALLY down on toilet photo.. hilarious

@MathersOnTheMap

2 жыл бұрын

Hahaha 🙃

can I ask where you got your shower pan from ?

@MathersOnTheMap

3 жыл бұрын

Amazon! I added our affiliate link to the description and here it is for your reference! amzn.to/2QAanMJ

question- do you have to remove the toilet every time you have a shower?

@MathersOnTheMap

3 жыл бұрын

Yes we do it would be very tight if not

for securing the toilet - suction cups?

@MathersOnTheMap

3 жыл бұрын

we used bamboo shower mat that fits perfectly in the shower pan!

@Layla-df7hp

3 жыл бұрын

@@MathersOnTheMap Oh I've seen those in other vans - didn't know they used it to keep the toilet in place!

Why does gross vehicle weight matter?

Use large rare earth magnets for holding the toilet in place.

@RTristan01

3 жыл бұрын

That's a great idea. Notch out the subfloor so they're hidden under the shower pan - I'm going to use that idea for my van build this summer!

How many advertisements!!!

@MathersOnTheMap

3 жыл бұрын

🤷🏻‍♂️ idk!!!

Wow…that thumbnail ffs 🤦‍♂️

@MathersOnTheMap

2 жыл бұрын

Hahaha 🥸