CAMPER VAN BED BUILD | How to- Slat Bed Build And Vinyl Floors GMC Safari Adventure Van Build EP. 8

[@moonblossomsa]

At last someone who doesn't overcomplicate things 🙋‍♀️

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

That was my goal! You don’t need a big budget or master craftsmanship to get the job done! Thanks for watching

[@hubertzimmermann9066]

​@@SeizeTheAdventureCo⁰😅

[@DerKirchenhocker]

I love these videos watching guys having fun converting their vans. I did something similar back in the 80’s with my VW Vanagon. I was able to sleep a young family of five in it.

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

would really like to build a classic vw one day. sounds great!

[@tamarahart2936]

Love it finally a build I can relate too. This will definitely be a part of my shuttle bus build. Thanks so much for sharing ❤

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

Anyone could complete this with basic tools! so glad you found this video

[@tomcarrington6496]

Great job on the ceiling. The whole project is awesome. You gave me a lot of ideas for building mine. Also like your music. It’s a great addition to the video. Thanks for sharing it with us.

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

@@tomcarrington6496 I’m happy you found my videos Tom. I really enjoyed this van. Maybe another Astro/Safari van is on the horizon

[@RogerHerring-e6e]

Great idea I'm going to do the exact same thanks to you.

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

I’m really glad you found this useful. I’d highly recommend this design.

[@ahyungrocks5509]

Nice and sturdy!

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

Super strong!! Really enjoyed this design. Thanks for watching!

[@Reingnedf]

Me encantó! Se ve fácil de hacer y super bien explicado!! Trataré de hacer lo mismo que vos! Gracias!

[@katybaas886]

no logro entender como hacen que la parte que se jala no se separe del resto, tiene algún tipo de tope que lo evita?

[@Reingnedf]

En este video, él no le puso tope! Lo deja a una distancia "segura" para que no se salga, en otro video vi que le colocan un listón por debajo de las tablas fijas y es atornilladas a las tablas mobiles que cuando llegan al medio ahí hacen tope con el listón lateral😅

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

Thanks for watching!

[@ferlinka]

Thank you very much. I think I can do this. ... !

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

You can I believe in you!

[@jimcooper1053]

thank you brother

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

@@jimcooper1053 you’re welcome! Glad you found the video

[@sonjabalogna]

Brilliant

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

Why thank you very much!

[@T4LiebeHeike]

Thanks for sharing your Bed looking very good Is so helpfull this Video. Best wishes..

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

No problem! Im glad you found this video to be useful. Thanks for watching, cheers! 🤠

[@carlaifera5254]

Wow! ... This is so much nicer than an apartment! ✨

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

Thank you! I tried to go for a log cabin on wheels 🤠

[@carlaifera5254]

@@SeizeTheAdventureCo .... Yeah, love the log cabin ambiance .... but, the word on the street is 'low profile' .... The design of your van build is exemplary ...👍

[@Nanassugars]

I LOVE how you walk us through up close step by step! Thank you so much for sharing! Looks amazing! So enjoying your videos! So glad I’ve found your channel! Can’t wait to see the finished masterpiece! 👍🏼

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

That’s awesome you found so much value in these videos, I really appreciate the nice comments! Feel free to check out my van tour video where I show a more in depth detailed look at how the van came out (and some bonus tacos). Thanks for watching, cheers! 🤠

[@annecaulder9495]

I was lucky enough to pick up a Queen slat frame for free locally. I cut it down to create this same bed in my ProMaster, so all sanding and poly were already done for me. God bless you kids in your small low-roof vans! Safe adventures to you! ☮️🚐🐶❤️

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

That sounds like an excellent use of resources. I appreciate you stopping by and giving this video a watch, Anne!

[@marisaydaniel7924]

Excelente

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

Thanks for watching!

[@roverguy23]

just the video I was looking for

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

Thanks for watching!

[@mundodebandeirante]

very good your videos. I'm building a camper and the information is very important.

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

very glad you found these videos to be useful! be sure to check out my other builds on the channel. Thanks for commenting!

[@offroadastroothervans.4685]

Great vide my friend

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

Thanks for stopping by friend! Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to never miss an upload. Cheers!

[@Ofe-p5h]

I feel like if you pull the slider too fast it will just go over the edge of the frame…..you could add some small pieces of the 2x4 underneath on the ends of each rail as a stopping mechanism

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

@@Ofe-p5h wow amazing, so helpful! Thanks for watching

[@Wastelander13]

Well done!👍

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

Thanks for watching! Cheers 🤠

[@Wastelander13]

@@SeizeTheAdventureCo I ordered a Renault Trafic, so Im collecting ideas while waiting for the van to be delivered. Have a great day. 😀👍

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

@@Wastelander13 that’s awesome! I hope you were able to find some inspiration with this video. Feel free to check out my Adventure Van Build Series in the playlist section to see my other videos. I wish you luck with your build, and stay tuned for some major projects coming to my channel soon!

[@lesvoyagesdelouis6574]

Cool !!!

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

Thanks for commenting!

[@vanlifeembracingdiversity5431]

So so happy a video where it is simple sans promoting DeWalt power tools 😉🙏🏼

[@quickstrikesw]

Why did you keep the one end of the sliding slats portion hanging free? You could easily attach those loose ends to another 2x4 that rests against the wall 2x4, and effectively slides underneath the fixed slats. .

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

You are right about that and the answer is simply a fitment issue. When I attached the slats together it was too tight to slide. I could improve this design if I build another.

[@jo-annewilkinson5663]

Great build 👏🏻👏🏻

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

Thank you! It came out solid and a lot of folks like this design.

[@JordanB-lc4oi]

The ceiling vent, did you do it before or after?

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

The fan is one of the first installations you will make in the process. It’s installed directly to the sheet metal of the van. Thanks for watching

[@alexdesslin]

craignos, encore un vidéo vide d'intérèt

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

Thanks for commenting my friend.

[@mariegardiner7034]

Do you have a list of the cuts? This is exactly the bed I need to build. So happy I found your video!

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

Unfortunately I don't have a complete list of cuts, but you can find the video below where I rebuild this exact design with lighter materials: Best Camper Van Bed Build: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hKmxeKaGlrp6a68 I provide a more thorough description of my cuts, and take you step by step through the process. I'm so glad you were able to find this video helpful!

[@franciscoantunez5775]

Hi!!I loved how it turned out, what type of wood did you use?

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

This was built with pine 2x4. I made another bed with this design using 2x2s as well. The van is wrapped in cedar tongue and groove

[@JordanB-lc4oi]

​@@SeizeTheAdventureCoCan you show what you used to cover the ceiling gap..

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

@@JordanB-lc4oi this is a simple cabinet liner that came in a 4x8 sheet from homedepot that I trimmed to size. Really nothing too special besides a sheet of plastic. It hid the cables in the corner nicely!

[@JordanB-lc4oi]

@@SeizeTheAdventureCo Are you located in Florida?? Do you have a company that does work like that??

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

@@JordanB-lc4oi I’m based in Oregon for now!

[@sqidoo]

What did you buy the foam for your mattress?

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

its a trifold memory foam bamboo mattress! full size

[@reddwarf3069]

These videos are great. Thank you!

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

Thanks for watching! Stay tuned for more 😎

[@TheSecretElohim]

Do you build beds for other van lifers?

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

I can help you out!

[@TheSecretElohim]

@@SeizeTheAdventureCo Thanks 🙏 I reached out to you on IG

[@Merlinsluck]

How do you like the Ryobi circular say. Great bed design. Pretty solid build!

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

The ryobi saw is powerful enough for what I use it for, definitely a quality purchase without breaking the bank. Thanks for watching! 🤠

[@gort3969]

If you wanted the legs to be atleast double the length for more storage space underneath would that need more support?

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

In that case I would suggest more support. If this bed was double the height I wouldn’t be able to sit on it in couch mode. Since this video I redesigned this bed with 2x2 rather than 2x4 to make it even more low profile to allow me to sit up straight inside the van (still have plenty of storage for clothes, extra blankets, stove, propane, road side equipment, etc.) So depending on your platform making this twice as tall would make you very close to the ceiling in a Astro/Safari van. Hope this helps, feel free to ask any further questions. Don’t forget to check out my other camper van bed build in the Adventure Van build series playlist. Cheers!

[@frederickkolingen4576]

Man o man, I got a backache just watching it.

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

Back aches are definitely a side effect of building small vans haha! Thanks for watching

[@samsunkandroit8797]

What if you would build it at home, the exact same desolign, a little bit higher, would that be a stable bed?

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

I would highly recommend doing this. It would make a great indoor futon that’s built into the wall

[@samsunkandroit8797]

@@SeizeTheAdventureCo Thank you. 🌷

[@frankponeil]

Hey man what are you using to cover your wiring on the ceiling? That tan strip between the wall and ceiling. Thanks

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

Yes that’s a tricky space to cover. I used a plastic sheet that is used to line kitchen cabinets. Its flexible and easily cut. It was purchased at Home Depot. Extremely easy solution for a tough problem. Thanks for watching, don’t forget to subscribe for more van content coming soon!

[@mirelladay2930]

Good job! I love 💕 it.

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

I’m glad you enjoyed this one! If you haven’t already check out my new and improved version of this bed design that I have on my channel. Thanks for watching, cheers! 🤠

[@fishburnfamily]

What material did you use as a transition from roof to wall? The white area above the bed.

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

This is a plastic shelving liner cut to size. Thanks for watching!

[@aurora.eagles]

Does it chatter a lot when you drive?

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

It actually stays put extremely well. The 4 inch bamboo memory foam mattress that I have on the bed is just enough weight to keep the bed frame from vibrating, or moving around at all. It’s a pretty solid set up overall. Hope this helps. Thanks for watching, cheers! 🤠

[@LisaBeatsCancer]

Great video! I need this bed in my van!

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

It really is a great way to maximize space and comfort in a small space! If you are interested, go check out my other van bed video. I redesign this style of bed into something more light weight and compact. It’s in the “Adventure Van Build Series” playlist on my channel. Thanks for watching, cheers to you!

[@iluvmusic]

what kind of wood screws did you use?

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

I used 1 3/4inch construction screw for most of my build! Thanks for watching

[@pandachickenmama]

In the time since you did this, have the pull out feet marked the flooring any? I was thinking that some felt on the bottom of the pull out feet might help prevent issues.

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

There hasn’t been any indentations from the feet of the pull out bed. I actually did add felt to the bottom of them to aid in the sliding function and it has worked great! This bed has been recently taken out and a new design has been put in. Go ahead and check out my new and improved design. It’s much more light weight, compact, and allows me to sit up fully in an Astro van. I have a very detailed video on it in the Adventure Van Build playlist on my channel. Thanks for watching, cheers to you!

[@ManuelMartinez-zu8ud]

ypu😊

[@ceremcemaslan9274]

You will eventually regret for the "nice" floor thresholds. Your floor will get wet at some point and the water will flow under those thresholds. You will need to remove EVERYTHING to remove the floor and cleanup / dry the underneath. Correct approach would be letting the floor material stay over the thresholds, making the ground like a pool.

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

This is great insight, I haven’t had this situation occur quite yet, but will keep an eye out. Thanks for watching!

[@Malik90848]

How thick are the sliding pieces

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

They are 1x2 boards. Thanks for watching

[@biggerminds523]

Good, but I don't understand why the Inner part don't go out as far as the sliding part

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

This was the first bed design I created without any plans, feel free to check out the “newer” version up on the channel, thank you!

[@mountainswell]

Ah great design. Been looking at some ideas for a bed. Cheers

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

I’m glad my design will help you with your build! It’s been extremely nice having a full size bed, without taking up too much valuable space. Thanks for watching, cheers 🤠

[@360outlawdriver3]

Can I ask where you got the flooring from as it looks good thanks

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

I got the vinyl flooring from home depot. They have a wide selection at all different price points in any color you could want. I think the gray color contrasts the natural wood perfectly!! It’s also very easy to install. I had the entire floor of my van finished in about an hour. Thanks for watching 🤠

[@thomasmalone6654]

put sliders on the legs.

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

This is a great idea, I will have to try it out in a new build.

[@javi_ut]

what type of wood is it?

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

Pine 2x4. Simple and cheap 😁

[@bckilo]

What kind of wood. And how much did you use. What were the measurements on the wood.

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

This design used pine 2x4 with a length of 6ft. Check out my 2nd camper van bed video for more detailed instructions as well as a new and improved design. You can find it in the Adventure Van Build Series playlist. Thanks for watching!

[@bckilo]

Im building a wood slat couch bed in a camper trailer. Just looking for everything that ill need.

[@bckilo]

@@SeizeTheAdventureCo ok thanks for the info brother.

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

@@bckilo that’s great! It really is a great design for optimizing space and utility. Hope my other video will help!

[@bckilo]

@@SeizeTheAdventureCo yes it did. I built one into a camper trailer yesterday. Just gotta decide the best mattress to use with it.

[@kellypreston2901]

Hey, I love how it's so simple, but looks very sturdy. I plan on building one that is about 78in x 28 or 30in. It has to fit a mattress that is 78 x 58 (unfolded), 58 x 26 (tri-folded). Do you think you could share a list of all the materials and the length of all the cuts for the frame and slats, please? My 2020 Ford transit 250 Van, gives me about 120'' L x 68'' W to work with. Any tips you could share would be greatly appreciated as well. Thanks

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

Hello Kelly. The bed design is very sturdy and has survived many nights camping with it so far! I have since re-designed this set up and created a very thorough video of it. Go over and check that out. I believe I provide a few measurements that can help you determine what is best for your build. My bed is strictly designed around the mattress that I purchased so that would be my first suggestion. Determine what mattress you will be using/creating. This will give you the length and width of your desired bed. Feel free to ask anymore questions you might have. Thanks for watching.

[@74drumdude]

Is it possible to send me a link to the mattress you used?

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

This is a link to the mattress I ordered. It seems to be out of stock in full size (which is what I have.) www.inofia.com/products/inofia-4-inch-tri-folding-memory-foam-mattress Here is a link to a similar mattress: www.amazon.com/Best-Price-Mattress-CertiPUR-US-4GTMF/dp/B08GHH41K7?th=1 Hope this helps! Thanks for watching.

[@kaseacampbell9884]

We’re almost done our safari as well! Awesome video, how did you finish the corner where the wall meets the ceiling behind the drivers seat?

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

That’s great, Safaris are the best! Thanks for watching 😎. What I did was found a sheet of white plastic (to match the fantastic fan trim) and I cut it to size and then mounted it to the planks. This was the best method I could think of because connecting the wall and ceiling with cedar planks would mean reducing valuable headspace to accommodate for the lack of flexibility of the planks due to the curvature of the Van. Plastic is much more malleable then the cedar and actually turned out really nice! Hope this makes sense!

[@persianform]

Beyond the limits: 174x120 bed + full kitchen (10l water tank+ 10l residual tank + 15l fridge + stove) in a compact SUV: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h6ubknuNo8iMars

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

Right on, great build!

[@fanech14]

Looks good but the van looks too heavy I guess.i would build it simple with light materials I mean don't give me wrong I'm a carpenter.

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

Lighter materials could have been used and were used in the 2nd generation of it. Although I do believe that the van had zero problem with the weight as it was on airbags in the rear with a 5,000lb capacity. Thanks for commenting Alvin! Would love to see a professional carpenters build

[@MonaichFother]

0:02 What's going on? Well my hamster diarrhea still hasn't been cured, my dentist phoned to cancel my appointment, the bulb I bought for the Living room is too bright and I can't find the receipt to return it, I have two yogurts in the fridge that the use by date is today and I bet I forget about them, the filters I washed in my vacuum should be dry but you have to make sure they're bone dry or they'll clog up again, the clock in the hall still needs a new battery but I never remember that while out at the shops. I've bought a big container of dish washing liquid on eBay rather than buy small squeezy bottles every couple of months, I still haven't figured out how to change the clock in my car's time, I think you press the trip meter with the ignition on but I can't find the owners manual. Not much else really.

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

Nice! Thanks for watching

[@yvettedee5737]

Hello

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

Hello!

[@theGENIUSofART-understood]

your drill farts right at the end of each screw

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

HA awesome comment. Thing has to lay off the beans. Thanks for watching!

[@justpassingthrough4802]

The slats look too far apart. Looks too wobbly.

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

Thanks for watching and your opinion! This design actually worked surprisingly well for how far apart the slats were! Although this is true I have changed the set up since this video was released. Check out my new and improved bed design video where we improve it immensely. It’s under the adventure van build series playlist if you are interested.

[@roubux]

Great video, thank you, but why this music in the background, it's stressful and unpleasant .. Too bad.

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

Thanks for commenting. I agree with you, just my early days of editing 🙂 check out my latest video and let me know what you think.

[@RoughRide]

More like how to do drive screws....absolutely nothing about the bed frame construction

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

This is one of my first videos on the channel 😁 check out my newer bed video for a more informational step by step on how to construct a pull out slat bed. Thanks for watching

[@dukeallen6562]

You spend all that time, effort, set up, filming, and pick the worst cheapest material. Spruce 2x4, are you kidding? No like from me.

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

You got me! Thanks for commenting

[@bigfoot8085]

I have seen better slate beds.

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

Me too! 😁 this is the one I made. Thanks for commenting 🏔🚐💨

[@Linda-qn6lb]

I've seen better spellers

[@lenordwilliams6884]

horriable why so much play???

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

It actually worked perfectly fine! Thanks for watching

[@adrymate7866]

Hola soy d3 BS AS ARGENTINA. ¿De que medidas hiciste la cama ? NECESITO hacer una para mi kangoo por eso te pregunto

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

The bed in total was the exact size of a full size mattress!! approximately 54x74"

[@nightvan4427]

[@SeizeTheAdventureCo]

Thanks for watching!