How To build a shower in a RV campervan conversion

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

My Amazon Store Where you will find everything that I have used in my van builds. Plus more great van life essentials. www.amazon.co.uk/shop/melsvanworld

[@mikeysonlyvanspage]

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]

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

[@vasel208]

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

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Thank you that’s really appreciated 👍

[@steveallen8987]

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]

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

[@RickandHeather]

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]

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

[@steveswain4707]

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]

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

[@steveallen8987]

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]

Thank you for the positive encouragement really appreciated

[@jasonannesley5889]

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

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Thank you for the positive encouragement really appreciated 👍☺️👍

[@alanmay1945]

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

[@Angel-hl8uz]

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

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Thank you 😊

[@linz_in_NZ]

Great silicone tips from Rebecca!!

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

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

[@kenpurnell4798]

What a great job - well done you two.

[@kevj1964]

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

[@bobscullion3533]

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

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Haha that’s brilliant 👍😂🤣👍

[@Baloovanz]

Like watching me then 👌🤣

[@stevenpyl4313]

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

[@davebron4888]

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

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Haha 😂

[@flyonthewall7026]

That's what she said.... 🤣👍

[@rucebaybruce6174]

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]

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

[@skookumjack]

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]

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

[@garrybeard7718]

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

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Thank you 😊

[@davidmeadowcroft7626]

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

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Thank you and a happy new year to you two too

[@tambrand7294]

Top job

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Thank you 👍

[@orangealpine5267]

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]

Thank you I’ll remember that for next time 👍

[@Baloovanz]

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

[@nickhoward9343]

What a good informative episode👍

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Thank you buddy 👍

[@zenzen9131]

What a team !

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Thank you 😊

[@rustyframe]

another awesome job guys

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Thank you ☺️

[@chrisneville7310]

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]

Thank you I’ll remember that for next time 👍

[@tonytca9439]

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]

Thank you for the positive feedback and advice really appreciated 👍

[@steveallen8987]

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 🖐

[@nigelphillips9426]

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]

Thank you that’s a great tip 👍

[@uncledodge9396]

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]

@@uncledodge9396 As do I

[@uncledodge9396]

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

[@irishrover63]

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]

Don’t worry my stove is staying 👍☺️👍

[@hotsonaj]

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

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Thank you ☺️

[@julianrout1347]

Great vlog and nice work 👍👍

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Thank you that’s really appreciated

[@Steve-ub40]

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

[@David-mb5sg]

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]

thank you ill remember that for next time

[@WhipperdeetsAdventures]

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]

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

[@WhipperdeetsAdventures]

@@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:) 🤗😊

[@alangrobnik1769]

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]

Cheers buddy

[@edenfieldwarrior]

Great job.

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Thank you 🙏

[@jimbokiwi9322]

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]

Sounds good buddy well done 👍

[@SACREDTRAVELLER]

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

[@jimbokiwi9322]

@@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. 😊

[@1jwh1]

Great stuff 👍

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Thank you really appreciate your encouragement and positive feedback 👍

[@adamstudd28]

Cladding monkey is a good one 👍

[@hand666]

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]

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

[@katcankan7129]

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]

Thank you and you 👍😊👍

[@katcankan7129]

@@BigVanSmallWorld 😊

[@vangazmicvoyage5077]

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]

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]

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.

[@CamCam-ib1pm]

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

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

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

[@the_robdogs]

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

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

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

[@the_robdogs]

@@BigVanSmallWorld 🍻🍻

[@tilly1950]

WELL DONE GUYS LOOKS GREAT !! Robbie U K

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Thank you buddy 👍

[@anfieldroadlayoutintheloft5204]

good vid

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Thank you ☺️

[@sheyedlington9046]

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]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/fWTEdGmijJKmfaM Thank you again 👍☺️👍

[@dannys971]

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

[@bondy30579]

Love your videos Rebecca is beautiful to look at

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Thank you that’s really kind of you to say

[@SACREDTRAVELLER]

☺️☺️☺️☺️ (blushing) Thank you

[@bondy30579]

@@SACREDTRAVELLER I love your beanie u wear

[@SACREDTRAVELLER]

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

[@davidmcdonald3812]

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

[@uncledodge9396]

That young lady needs her own channel.

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Im training her 👍🙏🤣👍

[@SACREDTRAVELLER]

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]

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

[@SACREDTRAVELLER]

@@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 👍🏻

[@francissmith9203]

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

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Link in the description 👍😊👍

[@sheyedlington9046]

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]

Thank you that’s really appreciated I’m not sure what is going on with emails try [e-mail]

[@sheyedlington9046]

@@BigVanSmallWorld Oh great I will try again. 🌝

[@terrythomas3755]

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

[@mlgs26]

I was just going to ask that.

[@SACREDTRAVELLER]

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]

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

[@SACREDTRAVELLER]

@@Onegreentravelbag Yes, please send email to [e-mail] 👍🏻💻

[@aberdeendeltaforce]

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]

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

[@Andeecee]

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 KZbin about this.

[@howardandjoanne8979]

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]

No worries there it’s got a plug 👍😷👍

[@howardandjoanne8979]

@@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

[@carold8308]

😅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]

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 🤞

[@stephenmorgan5100]

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

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Haha yes it is indeed 👍🍻👍

[@RalfDragon1]

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?

[@grahamhardyvanlife5704]

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]

Hay Graham hope you’re staying warm buddy

[@doglabdogtraining-gus.8873]

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

[@mazzaniku1737]

What is your log burner you have?

[@stephenjobe883]

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]

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

[@LostNative]

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]

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

[@LostNative]

@@BigVanSmallWorld Fab thank you Mel 👍

[@ths800]

What's them wires under shower try?

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

They go to the charger for the batteries

[@britironjon7635]

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]

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 👍

[@David_11111]

Yay

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

👍😊👍

[@losingbaggage]

Which part was the hack ?

[@ReeseAnderson]

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

[@robertlee3734]

nice one fella and becks your a star sray safe both

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Thank you buddy and you 👍

[@RemusKingOfRome]

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

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Where’s my tool box rite now 👍🤣😂👍

[@antoniomonteiro6008]

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

[@webpigjohn4959]

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

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

She will only do it the once 😂🤣😂

[@rogerrabbit6522]

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]

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]

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]

@@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]

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

[@SACREDTRAVELLER]

@@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 👍🏻🔥.

[@andyfletcher154]

❤️💙❤️💙❤️💙#supportvanlifers

[@WonderingWomble]

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]

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

[@El-Tel63-Terry.]

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

[@jimphipps-carter5302]

How much did you pay please

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

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

[@mattmanjack]

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

[@malcolmrowe5031]

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

[@vangazmicvoyage5077]

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]

@@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]

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

[@stellarandrews9538]

You look like balloo the bear 😂😂😂

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Haha 😂

[@nasty.nick.p]

She needs lessons on how to put on silicone, omg

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

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

[@mikeysonlyvanspage]

She does it better than I can.

[@rogerburn21]

i see a romance coming

[@DjangoWineHeart]

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

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

Hahaha it’s gone now 👍😂👍

[@M.Mchale]

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

[@uncledodge9396]

or on the canals...

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

I’ll ask for you 👍

[@uncledodge9396]

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

[@BigVanSmallWorld]

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

[@uncledodge9396]

@@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.