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👍👍👍👍👍👍😊 Excellent job. And for the shower. Finally a vanlifer has installed a shower in their van.

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you that’s really appreciated 👍

That wheel with the pencil in the middle is genius Mel! I'll keep that tip for life! Loving these collaboration videos, really enjoying seeing you work with someone else, it puts a new perspective on your channel.

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Mike I’m so pleased you found it useful and thanks for taking the time to comment really appreciated 👍

That plastic is also available from a company called Altro, it’s called whiterock. we use it at work it’s used in hygienic areas as it’s impervious to germs and water etc.

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you buddy I’m sure people will find this helpful 👍☺️👍

That rolling wheel with a centre hole for marker pen is very clever indded.

What a great job - well done you two.

Verry good for how you die the plastick but I wanna say, when you do tape 5mm of the corner, both sides.the whole lengt and do than the silicone, than you cleane it. You have a beautiful small line of silicone. Good job! I gonna save this movie

I actually took the shower cubicle out of my van as it was more hassle using it. Having watched this, I may have to consider a reinstall . Cracking job both of you.

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you buddy and good luck with your re install 👍😂👍🍻

You can get magnetic fridge strip in a reel you could fix it round the shower edges and on a shower curtain to hold it in place and keep leakages to a minimum .steve

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

I think that’s what she is going to do 👍😊👍

Top job

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 👍

That's a neat alternative to a shower stall assembly Mel. I'm in the planning stage for a complete refurbishment of a caravan for the memsaab and I which will have to include a shower, this has given me food for thought....... Well done you two 👍👍

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you nice to know it’s helpful good luck with your refurbishment sounds like fun 👍

Top loading fridge, great keeps the cold in every time you open it up saves power. Mounting it under the kitchen worktop next to the sink a hinge up counter top allows great acces whilst saving haveing to have roll out sliders. Steve

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the positive encouragement really appreciated

Cladding monkey is a good one 👍

Just finished my shower build where i fitted a thetford electric flush toilet. Will be updating all my channel over coming weeks with a full van tour. You made it look easy Mel. I found it a right pain in the &@!£ to cut them pvc sheets and line them up lol

Like the little wheel idea for copying edge. Nice cubicle, well done. Pleasant video to watch. Thanks for sharing.

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the positive encouragement really appreciated 👍☺️👍

Happy new year to you both. Cracking video. Really informative. Vans coming along lovely. All the best. Mal and Dave

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you and a happy new year to you two too

Well done guys it’s going to look fantastic.👍🇬🇧🤘

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

Great silicone tips from Rebecca!!

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Thank I’ll let her know you approve 👍🤓👍

looks like a van meet up wedding is on the cards ;-)

it was like watching Baloo the bear out of Jungle Book when you put the first panel up, its looking good

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Haha that’s brilliant 👍😂🤣👍

@Wheelgooddriving

3 жыл бұрын

Like watching me then 👌🤣

another awesome job guys

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you ☺️

I know who to call for DIY..Talented man 🙂

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

What a team !

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

Great job.

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏

Nice job Rebecca and Mel. I agree with having a shower, it's a must have for me. Pity to remove that wood burner though. Oh well, you can just put it on a shelf, maybe use it somewhere else. Cheers!

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you that’s really appreciated and don’t worry about the wood burner it’s not going anywhere 👍

Great stuff 👍

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you really appreciate your encouragement and positive feedback 👍

What a good informative episode👍

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you buddy 👍

Great vlog and nice work 👍👍

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you that’s really appreciated

Pump as you go very gently and don't worry about any overspill.Ooer Matron.

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Haha 😂

@flyonthewall7026

3 жыл бұрын

That's what she said.... 🤣👍

Such a neat and amazing shower mel :) Rebecca vans going to look amazing, have a beautiful camper:) sorry mel I was laughing loads during your video especially at the beginning fitting the shower :) always like your out takes Truly amazing, I wanted a built in shower but I wasent confident to fit one hence why I made one to put out in a draw and hang the shower curtain each time for a shower :) but now seeing how you helped Rebecca with hers I might look into this for a permanent shower 😊🙏🤗🤗

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you always so nice to get your positive feedback and messages 👍🙂👍

@whippetsadventuresandoneman

3 жыл бұрын

@@BigVanSmallWorld your welcome bud your truly amazing :) definitely have to fit one I was thinking when I went away last September if my whippets costs are soaking wet where can I hang them if I don’t have a fixed shower :( just didn’t have the confidence:) 🤗😊

top vid as usual Mel, fwiw its best to use circles of adhesive as this causes as slight suction effect to the panel and then a air lock helping it stick to the wood panel, about the size of a large tin of paint works best

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you I’ll remember that for next time 👍

good vid

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you ☺️

Looks good mel, seen vanwives do this a few weeks back 👍🏻

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you I missed that one I think I’ll have a look cheers 🍻

@teddyco.2021

3 жыл бұрын

@@BigVanSmallWorld 🍻🍻

WELL DONE GUYS LOOKS GREAT !! Robbie U K

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you buddy 👍

I could hear the ticking of that dosing pump like a wall clock. You need the rubber bush to solve that. Great job with the shower cubicle. If you remove your burner Mel, the fridge will need relocated.

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Don’t worry my stove is staying 👍☺️👍

Evo stick 528 and an instant grab. You only get one chance to line up the panel with it Mel. Essential for a good sealed cubical 😉🚿👍

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you I’ll remember that for next time 👍

Get a mastic tool nice and cheap as chips, rubber one from good old B&Q (Dial). Taking out the wood burner but where would that nice new fridge freezer go. Nice neat job guys 👍👍

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you don’t worry my cubic wood burner isn’t going anywhere

@Andeecee

3 жыл бұрын

@@BigVanSmallWorld We all know that your wood burner is your pride and joy Mel. No way will you get rid of it.

Yep it's tricky getting it all to fit together without any gaps but I love my shower. Mine has ducted hot air from diesel heater so the towels are kept nice n dry. Fit a propane water heater with thermostatic taps and it's home from home. Oh you need a none return waste valve OR fit a shower waste with push up waste to close it or you will find last night's washing up water in your shower tray!!

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the positive feedback and advice really appreciated 👍

@steveallen8987

3 жыл бұрын

That’s a really great idea, makes a great drying room for those rainy days and washing days steve Ps great idea to get an extra 🖐

mel make suggestion use ct1 to seal all the edges up and joint it 100% water proof silicon and will stop all leaks from shower

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Cheers buddy

Hello Mel & Rebecca. A nice neat job done by both of you...l understand why a shower is on the cards Mel. Prehaps you could move your stove to a position similar to Rebecca's. Have a nice weekend 😃🍸🍺😀

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you and you 👍😊👍

@katcankan7129

3 жыл бұрын

@@BigVanSmallWorld 😊

Just a tip for mastic always start at bottom to top and spray with water to remove surplus

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you ☺️

I did the same in my camper and it worked great. Been up for 3 years. Mine was called hygiene wall and got it off ebay. Think it cost me about £50 to do the whole shower and my shower room is a bit bigger than this. Your silicone job is better than mine though! 😊

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Sounds good buddy well done 👍

@SACREDTRAVELLER

3 жыл бұрын

I’ve never heard of the hygiene wall but that sounds brilliant! Ha ha, well thank you ☺️🙏🏻

@jimbokiwi9322

3 жыл бұрын

@@SACREDTRAVELLER aye I think they use in like places like bakery or butchers walls so it can be hygienic and easily hosed down. Alot cheaper than shower panels. 😊

Love your videos Rebecca is beautiful to look at

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you that’s really kind of you to say

@SACREDTRAVELLER

3 жыл бұрын

☺️☺️☺️☺️ (blushing) Thank you

@bondy30579

3 жыл бұрын

@@SACREDTRAVELLER I love your beanie u wear

@SACREDTRAVELLER

3 жыл бұрын

@@bondy30579 Ta muchly! It’s from Cotswold Outdoor 👍🏻

Spray soapy water over silicone then , wipe off with silicone tool.much smooth and clean,

As you are close to Stonehouse a place that might be of interest and helpful themetalhouse

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you I’ll screenshot this and show Becky 👍😊👍

It’s best to use a tool and make a angled joint with silicone when it’s required as a water barrier. The tool makes a solid triangle bead with no thin edges. When you use a finger you make the join concave and the edges are really thin and the cloth wipes out all the sealant from where you really need it.

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

thank you ill remember that for next time

Yay

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

👍😊👍

How last silicone after some time? I use also on pvc plater and after first ride this corner conection was destroyd. Do tou still have Or you change for sika 252?

To silicone like a professional do not follow this advice, get a fugi kit, and spray bottle with hot soapy water, clean surface with acetone, apply silicone in one go, do not go back and forth, get appropriate fugi tool, spray the bead with soapy water, remove excess with fugi tool being sure to not over fill the tool with excess silicone and wipe away nessasary. If done correctly it will look like a factory finish. 👍

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks I’ll google that for the next one 👍😂😋

@Andeecee

3 жыл бұрын

Agree with you David, a Fugi tool is the way to go to get a really good professional finish to your silicone beading. Loads of videos on KZread about this.

Hi Mel. Been following you for a while now and loving your work. Please can you tell me what plastic sheets you used for shower and where you bought them? Many thanks

I can see someone coming out of the shower and burning their bum cheeks on the log burner 🤣🤣

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

She will only do it the once 😂🤣😂

Great video. What did you use to cut the plastic please, As I'm about to do a shower room in my van. Your videos are an inspiration.

@BigVanSmallWorld

Жыл бұрын

Hi ya I just use a fine wood saw good luck with your build 👍

Was wondering if you could send me the link to Rebecca's first blog, I can't find it. This is an amazing job, really is. 👍

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

kzread.info/dash/bejne/eWeVpZilh5DZd6Q.html Thank you again 👍☺️👍

Hey Mel n Rebecca I loved this. Such a brilliant job, amazing. Mel I trued n tried to send email, but just returned 🤔. I love your vidio / skills. I'm sorry my little support has been short. Family extra help needed. Better times ahead. 🤗😊🌞

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you that’s really appreciated I’m not sure what is going on with emails try melpettipher@msn.com

@sheyedlington9046

3 жыл бұрын

@@BigVanSmallWorld Oh great I will try again. 🌝

Always put a good amount of silicone on & take of the excess with a plastick tea spoon dipped in washing loquid nice clean joint

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you that’s a great tip 👍

@uncledodge9396

3 жыл бұрын

I always put a line of masking tape either side of any joint I'm putting mastic into, then when you're finished pull the tape off leaving a lovely straight edge.

@NomaddUK

3 жыл бұрын

@@uncledodge9396 As do I

@uncledodge9396

3 жыл бұрын

@@NomaddUK I guess you've also been in the building industry then!

I hope when you say the water will be going straight out of the bottom of the van it will be into a waste tank ect to catch the waste water and not straight into the floor

What is your log burner you have?

❤️💙❤️💙❤️💙#supportvanlifers

What kind of panels were used on the wall that the plastic sheeting is glued to? They look like a bunch of plywood panels seamed with a white tape. Great job, love that handy donut scribe tool!

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks dude it’s UPVC panels from a plastic window supplier the tool is just a plug from hole saw thanks for the positive message really appreciated 👍

@SACREDTRAVELLER

3 жыл бұрын

the sheets were marine ply and I put plastic tape over the screw holes to make sure that no water could get into the woodwork/battening behind. The plastic sheets were from a UPVC company and it's 2mm thick so nice and easily flexible.

what is that white tape on the walls before you glue the plastic sheet?

Yeap, the angle of the dangle is very important! ;-D

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Haha yes it is indeed 👍🍻👍

Just quick question... Is the flue for the burner fitted the right way up? it looks as if the upper section is fitted over the lower?? It could be a trick of the light, but if not this could lead to tar & rain water tracking back down on to the burner, but i could be mistaken.

@SACREDTRAVELLER

3 жыл бұрын

It is fitted correctly as I had it professionally fitted with all flue etc supplied by him. Thanks for your question! 👍🏻🚐👍🏻

What's the plastic? I'm in the process of doing my shower. So I'm confused I thought you had to paint a waterproof barrier on then the plastic sheet over the top? Nice one Mel 👍👍 You doake me laugh 😄

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Bex it’s just 2.5mm PVC sheet from a plastic supplier 👍

@LostNative

3 жыл бұрын

@@BigVanSmallWorld Fab thank you Mel 👍

Mel is the join on that flu on the stove right way round will the tar not run out the joint the way it is ?

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

I don’t know 🤷‍♂️ I didn’t install it and it’s coming out anyway Becky has decided she no longer wants it and has sold it 👍

nice one fella and becks your a star sray safe both

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you buddy and you 👍

Hi Mel can I ask where you got the Plastic wallsheets from

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Link in the description 👍😊👍

😅where did you get the shower tray from Mel/Rebecca? I looked at your 'shop' but there was nt a shower file there. ❤🎉 thanks for all your vids i thoroughlyenjoy them

@BigVanSmallWorld

2 ай бұрын

Try Leisure shop direct dot com or Jackson leisure beck got hers from leisure shop but she just looked and can’t find it on there but they have similar ones. Good luck 🤞

Which part was the hack ?

Your supposed to put em in warm/ boiling water to heat them up that's why silicone is so hord to use in the UK because it's so sunny and warm here (he says from a van at -6degrees c)

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Hay Graham hope you’re staying warm buddy

Was wondering if you would be affected by cold air coming up through the shower drain because of it being open straight to ground ?

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

No worries there it’s got a plug 👍😷👍

@howardandjoanne8979

3 жыл бұрын

@@BigVanSmallWorld hoping to do the same thing with our shower but considering putting a u bend like you'd have under a sink under the van so the pipe isn't open to fresh air

That young lady needs her own channel.

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Im training her 👍🙏🤣👍

@SACREDTRAVELLER

3 жыл бұрын

I have a channel ready and waiting - just need to start making some content. Mel will let you know when I’ve done my first video! Watch this space 👍🏻🚐💻

@uncledodge9396

3 жыл бұрын

@@SACREDTRAVELLER I will indeed. Are you looking at a solar heating solution for your shower?

@SACREDTRAVELLER

3 жыл бұрын

@@uncledodge9396 I have a solar panel being fitted above soon but will be using an alternative heating source for the hot water in shower. Future video about it all coming soon 👍🏻

Mel, still waiting for you to come back with the make/model of Becky's woodburner? Cheers.

@mlgs26

3 жыл бұрын

I was just going to ask that.

@SACREDTRAVELLER

3 жыл бұрын

The stove is by EKOL - it’s called the Apple Pie Stove (Baked Apple Combo which is the main fire plus the mini oven on top). Watch this space as it’s actually being taken out soon and for sale. If anyone is interested in buying it - comment below. There will be a video all about it coming out and being available for purchase in the next few weeks. I will answer as to why, when and how the fire is no longer going to be there 👍🏻💚.

@Onegreentravelbag

3 жыл бұрын

@@SACREDTRAVELLER hi I posted a reply earlier on another comment. Can I contact you directly re buying the stove?

@SACREDTRAVELLER

3 жыл бұрын

@@Onegreentravelbag Yes, please send email to divermel95@yahoo.com 👍🏻💻

Hi Mel.. I used this stuff in my van shower.. white sparkle high gloss.. www.eurocell.co.uk/homeowners/interior-products/decor-cladding Being hollow it acts as an insulator and blows around the sides of a Transit with no probs.. plus they do all the edging for it as well.. Glad she is not putting a door on shower.. I have but i leave it open all the time.. Cheers Bud

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

That’s brilliant buddy I’ll remember that for the next one 👍☺️👍

What's them wires under shower try?

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

They go to the charger for the batteries

Its coming along well Mell ! Do a few more showers and you can cancel your gym membership.

Wonder how long until that shower becomes .. storage. :D

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Where’s my tool box rite now 👍🤣😂👍

Why wouldn't you want a shower ? (thats rhetorical by the way) 😁👍🏻

What's the make/model of the wood stove there Mel and where did that shower tray come from, it looks ideal size,/shape for mine?

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

I put a link in the description for you to where Rebecca got the shower try the wood burner is coming out as it’s to big it’s an apple 👍

@SACREDTRAVELLER

3 жыл бұрын

The stove is by EKOL - it’s called the Apple Pie Stove (Baked Apple Combo which is the main fire plus the mini oven on top). Watch this space as it’s actually being taken out soon and for sale. If anyone is interested in buying it - comment below. There will be a video all about it coming out and being available for purchase in the next few weeks. I will answer as to why, when and how the fire is no longer going to be there 👍🏻💚.

@rogerrabbit6522

3 жыл бұрын

@@SACREDTRAVELLER Thanks, I noticed that the flue is a bit chunky but I really liked the oven option. Is the flue a 5 inch double insulated all the way?

@Onegreentravelbag

3 жыл бұрын

@@SACREDTRAVELLER hi I’m interested in buying the stove, can I have your email address to contact you directly?

@SACREDTRAVELLER

3 жыл бұрын

@@rogerrabbit6522 Yes the flue has to be 5” insulated on both lengths due to fire regs. I had a professional wood burner fitter install and supply all the equipment to make sure it was done properly 👍🏻🔥.

What's the hack ??? Did I miss it ???

You look like balloo the bear 😂😂😂

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Haha 😂

How much did you pay please

@BigVanSmallWorld

2 жыл бұрын

You would have to ask Becky that check out her channel 👍

i see a romance coming

She needs lessons on how to put on silicone, omg

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

It’s ok we got it done and that’s all that matters

@mikeysonlyvanspage

3 жыл бұрын

She does it better than I can.

Where did you hear its alright to run out over the road,that doesn't sound right.

@malcolmrowe5031

3 жыл бұрын

I thought that too, especially if it's not biodegradable soap, hence why most vans have waste tanks

@vangazmicvoyage5077

3 жыл бұрын

Would it be ok to just drain it out on the road if it was biodegradable soap? Probably best to do that kind of thing where people won't see.

@malcolmrowe5031

3 жыл бұрын

@@vangazmicvoyage5077 Probably ok if you could prove it was biodegradable, better option is as you said, do it at night or out of sight! Last thing you need is a bill from the environmental agency for a clean up operation!

@tambrand7294

3 жыл бұрын

Not ok to drain on the road in any circumstance....it gives vanlifers a bad name...over grass etc where its not seen is better but ideally it wants collected and put down drain

Watch your bare arse on that stove when stepping out of the shower!

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

Hahaha it’s gone now 👍😂👍

My guess is that young lady has worked on yachts before...

@uncledodge9396

3 жыл бұрын

or on the canals...

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

I’ll ask for you 👍

@uncledodge9396

3 жыл бұрын

@@BigVanSmallWorld it's a standard thing that all grey water goes into the rivers or canals, but NO sewerage!

@BigVanSmallWorld

3 жыл бұрын

As far as I know yes as long as you only use bio degradable products 👍

@uncledodge9396

3 жыл бұрын

@@BigVanSmallWorld indeed, but most products are bio now, in fact there are very few that are not, during the last drought the local Water authority were advising their customers to let the washing up water and dishwasher water go on to their land because it would do the plants the world of good.