HOW TO BUILD A BATHROOM IN A VAN | Ep 3 Sprinter Van Conversion

In this episode we build our van bathroom with a toilet and shower.
Products used:
Shower tray - bit.ly/2PISis9
Shower Door - bit.ly/2Extl1E
Swivel Toilet - bit.ly/2SbsVAU
Hot Water Unit - bit.ly/2Sf9IhK
Wet Area Panel - bit.ly/2UIr4W2
Sikaflex Pro White - amzn.to/2qlRPld
Shower Mixer - bit.ly/2A1u0EB
Insulation - bit.ly/2QBtmYO
Joiners - bit.ly/2A1u0EB
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[@NeillHolloman]

Here's idea. When building a shower. Build as Sit down shower. Extra space saved on top could be used to put Water tank.

[@NeillHolloman]

Gonna add to my original comment. Good reason to use sitdown shower and put water tank on top is because you can add a hole in roof to fill water tank when it rains. Then always use environmentally safe soaps in shower then you can freely dump shower anywhere without harming environment.

[@MarioRodriguez-zi1xl]

Glad to see someone thinks about having a real shower in their Van, most people do not build one in and it is something a never understand because it is so important when you live in a Van full time. I live in a VW California Beach full time and it is "the thing" I miss most! Excellent job guys...

[@EscapingOrdinary]

Sounds like you’re living the dream! We’re really glad we did it. It’s definitely important if you’re living in a van full time. Thanks for watching 🙂

[@unholyascension3421]

i like to like videos to show support when i see they dont have a shower i just move on to the next one , living in a van aint no excuse to be dirty, you dont need a huge bed invest in a shower

[@ryannorthrop158]

@@unholyascension3421 it also depends on what they plan to do. Most people that are staying in one place or mostly urban areas use gyms for activity and showers(planet fitness is everywhere), people that are mostly basicly camping in parks and campgrounds already have access and those that will only need them when in middle of nowhere have external or solar showers. Only people that are actually traveling everywhere need them. Otherwise as nice as they are, they take valuable room and do require more upkeep and maintenance to avoid costly problems.

[@fraciscodelapena4198]

looks you clever brod very detailed you know what you're doing

[@fraciscodelapena4198]

If you know what to do it easy to make beautiful your tiny van

[@armedjester81]

I appreciate you showing the mistakes too. Itll make me feel better when I manage to burn my van when i try this.

[@fluterampal]

Haha nice comment.

[@corallaroc]

That young man looks like he's going to burst into tears at any minute...Damn, he got skills though. I need to get me a man with skills...

[@EscapingOrdinary]

There was times during the bathroom build I thought he was about to as well 😂

[@corallaroc]

@@EscapingOrdinary Lol

[@itsmecathyw2503]

I need a man with skills also and wish I find him quickly life is short 😍

[@AshleighKay.]

“That’s a bit on the piss” “she’ll be right she’ll be right” killed me 😂😂😂 so good to see aussies making VanLife videos gives me hope to build mine 🇦🇺

[@theeaskey]

Well done young man.. take a bow. And young lady too.

[@EscapingOrdinary]

Thank you 🙂

[@innergs9586]

4:04 when she says I know is soooo beautiful, sounds like it needs to be in this song, such a nice voice lol

[@peacefullymonique]

Thanks for not killing the spider 👌💕🕷 The world needs more people like that👌

[@smookerji]

A full fledged bathroom on a van, right from the scratch. Sire, absolute speechless!!

[@danmalec6823]

I agree, about time!

[@EscapingOrdinary]

Thank you!

[@Digger2640]

Great job guys . Looking forward to the next part. Also, great job relocating the spider......far away.....over the fence. Not many blokes would do that for the partners.

[@EscapingOrdinary]

Simon Dewar Thank you! Haha I’d be a rich man if I got a dollar for every time I’ve done it

[@brownbunny2513]

That of all you did was the coolest, to not simply kill the spider.

[@rcobsessed2801]

Framed that good .I work on these for a living . The big companys use 1x1s.. I get it saves weight So they claim light weight. There is a cost for quality. In this case fuel. Its worth it I think ..

[@walkerhawes2200]

Great job guys. I'm considering building my own camper van and I was wondering how to do the shower. You have by far the best and easiest way I've seen so far. And pretty economical as well. Hope you are still enjoying your van and the work you put into it. Thanks again for the great video.

[@PeggyLeeSebeni]

I really liked your approach to creating the templet of the curved side wall with the disk and pencil. I've watched numerous videos of van builds and yours appears to be the best solution to trace the irregular Shapes. I'll make note and credit you with the idea once I get there. I'm pleased to see that you are still getting views 2 years later. I enjoyed your production.

[@anns3661]

This is awesome. Best bathroom/shower build yet. Thanks!!

[@EscapingOrdinary]

Wow thank you! 🙂

[@maureenblutekraus3561]

This is my second time watching too

[@ninjanerdstudent6937]

I am not used to seeing the door on the opposite side like this. Nice.

[@leilal8053]

Yey...a VAN w an actual bthrm...now when U say "Welcome 2 our home"....ut really IS 1😉

[@EscapingOrdinary]

Haha yes 👏🏼

[@KillaCaff1]

I thought the guy had one REALLY hairy leg and one normal one, but turns out I probably need glasses

[@EscapingOrdinary]

Haha don't worry you're not the only one!

[@leilal8053]

😁😂🤣😄😅😆

[@herbert8128]

I think the guy has very close veins.

[@stevehairston9940]

I've seen a million sleeve tatts, but that pants leg tattoo is a first. 😁 Nice job on the shower stall btw. Your radius marking jig is an ingenious tool. Hope you don't mind me swiping it to use myself. 😀

[@prettytitty9681]

Probably?

[@victoriasalvia824]

This is the first thing I plan to built in my conversion van! Thanks guys for an excellent, informative video!

[@betterlife-relaxingmusic4847]

Fantastic job .. a real credit to you both.. Can't wait to see the whole van finished.

[@EscapingOrdinary]

Thanks for watching!

[@the_original_skytiger]

I had that cassette toilet in a pop-up camper. It is awesome. More vanners should use it.

[@rudivandoornegat2371]

One of the best shower build vids. But also one where the drain of the shower pan appears like magic.

[@janelletaggart1819]

Great video, thanks! I love how you explain the details and the process - you're the first video I've seen that does that, most people show high speed video of the build and then just explain a few things while standing in front of the finished product, ugh. Looking forward to watching more of your videos. Congrats, on your successful build, it looks great.

[@EscapingOrdinary]

Thank you so much! Glad you like our video.

[@michelleorton1718]

You make a great team, and seam to get on very well together. I can't wait to watch your adventures on the road.

[@EscapingOrdinary]

Michelle Orton Thank you so much!

[@danielzemanfromvdf]

Awesome, thanks for this video. Especially the list of items used in Oz. Great job

[@mikelkeith2115]

Your girl's arachnophobia was cute LOL

[@kathbeth43]

Kuddos for the bathroom and shower room. Very nice. I like it- especially in a van when so many don't have one you guys do! Keep safe in your travels? Hope to see the full conversion soon. :)

[@pnoman316]

Thank you for the tutorials I now see how to plan it out for myself!

[@OneRandomDolly]

I'm just about to upcycle a caravan, so nervous and excited but this gives me hope. My husband and I have the tools and basic knowledge for DIY and building. So fingers crossed lol

[@ninawai5287]

Can't wait for the rest...good luck guys!

[@EscapingOrdinary]

Nina Wai Thank you 🙂

[@sophieboisvert2886]

I loved that you guys relocated this spider Respect for all life yesss Thanks !!!

[@jamesredgrove6141]

Really good videos folks, I liked that you left the mistakes in and what you learnt from them! Cheers👍

[@EscapingOrdinary]

James Redgrove Glad you like them! Thanks for watching 👍🏽

[@mijodo2008]

Great build guys. Well done. A good shower, toilet, kitchen sink, comfortable bed and sensible storage are the bare minimum needed for enjoyable travel, otherwise it becomes unbearable. You have great work skills and a positive attitude towards gaining knowledge to supplement your existing good knowledge base. All engineering challenges can be overcome this way. Thank you for sharing your experience with us. Life is about the journey not necessarily the destination. You are doing great. Lots of Respect and Admiration coming your way. Cheers from Michael. Australia.

[@EscapingOrdinary]

Thank you so much for the support 🙂

[@wendyburleigh-emanuel5621]

This was awesome to see! Thanks for the video.

[@ejyyatasay3404]

REALLY LIKED THE CHILL SONGS !

[@AngelDebstar316]

Omg an aussie Vid! so nice to hear!! I subscribed and followed before U finished the build!

[@EscapingOrdinary]

Deb Cook Thank you 🙂

[@tombyrne4791]

lol ha this guys great ,nice tip with the hole saw scribe

[@kathbeth43]

I'm glad people are realizing a bathroom or a portable potty with a shower is a must. At least it is to me. Thank you for sharing your video. Good luck to you both.

[@EscapingOrdinary]

We agree! Thank you so much 🙂

[@veestar9837]

Just subscribed as I love how easy it is to follow what you are doing. So many vids don't show detail but you do...and you give tips on mistakes as well...which is great :)

[@deessmohdzain902]

Wow...this is awesome. Congratulations guys

[@EscapingOrdinary]

Diah Dorailla Mohd Zain Thank you 🙂

[@marianobruno7491]

nice work! I love it.

[@Michael-gi3dk]

Excellent! Have fun with it, and keep it enjoyable,. 👍🏻

[@EscapingOrdinary]

Thank you! 👍🏼

[@judichristopher4604]

Great video... ... I have owned many RVs... and one thing you need is a VENT/Fan in the top.. You'll did a great job.

[@EscapingOrdinary]

Thank you. We will be adding one in with a light.

[@judichristopher4604]

@@EscapingOrdinary Great idea...

[@avidlearner3576]

I hope my future husband is skillful and wants a van life! Great job.

[@favmads]

Me. Too.

[@AuRowe]

#metoo

[@TF-km2ls]

Senda me an email then

[@AuRowe]

@@TF-km2ls Im trans biracial theythem and 373 lbs also have 3 cats a snake and a gluten intolerance it makes me fat but I eat it anyways. I have nothing so down to marry? Need a worker hubby. #metoo

[@TF-km2ls]

RoweHowe nice

[@nostringsprepper]

great job you guys are coming along nicely , hope you two have a great Christmas

[@EscapingOrdinary]

Thanks so much, you too!

[@mecanictransmision]

Excellent job, and excellent video...

[@aljoneill]

Great video, thanks guys! Found it really helpful.

[@reneebrown5598]

Try using a magnet to remove lost screws in the metal framing. It will grab it and you can slide it to a hole you can fish it out of

[@samanthadodd8112]

Looks great. Lots and lots of work. Just subscribed. Looking forward to seeing ur whole build.

[@EscapingOrdinary]

Thanks so much!

[@patrickjobling8676]

Well guys .. that was a bunch of funnins.. best dang thing i ever did done see .. pertnear .. ps .. nasa wants there shuttle back ..😁

[@ile-de-france8669]

Thank you for not killing the 🕷🕸👍You guys are awesome👍👍👍

[@EscapingOrdinary]

Île-de- France Thank you! 👍🏽

[@coover65]

Great video! We're doing similar to a slightly larger vehicle. Actually it's a 12.5 metre Mercedes coach that had 53 seats in it. Your video gave us a lot of ideas. You've done well with a Sprinter too. We've had them at work for nearly 20 years and they're as reliable as anything else similar. All the best from a new subscriber in Brisbane.

[@EscapingOrdinary]

Wow we'd love to see yours when its done! Good to hear, that's why we went for the Sprinter. Thanks for watching 🙂

[@wallystewart1979]

Best video I've seen on this i just subscribed because of it hope all your videos are this good great job guys

[@EscapingOrdinary]

Thank you so much! 🙂

[@onewayticketer7551]

Same here, I've no intentions even to build a van, but you're just doing an amazing job!

[@EscapingOrdinary]

Thanks for the support! 🙂

[@fennek5351]

Same here. Keep it up. Thanks for sharing the process and to do it with such a positive attitude you two!

[@EscapingOrdinary]

Fennek That’s so kind of you. Thanks 🙂

[@BorjaAlmazan]

0:04 Nice S15 front bumper

[@mrmalibu1945]

nice work , gonna follow this project, big thumbs up

[@EscapingOrdinary]

Thank you!

[@iJason111]

Looking forward to more progress! Keep it up :)

[@EscapingOrdinary]

Jason Robertson Thanks a lot! 🙂

[@MrStreetboy80]

I know a stand in shower and toilet takes room and some people opt for not having them but I think it’s good having a no fuss walk in shower/toilet. Toilet looks like it’s Gona have to be sideways sit for carrying out duties but rather that than search for a toilet or having a nature call. Good job 👍

[@EscapingOrdinary]

MrStreetboy Yeah exactly, when we first thought of the van we weren’t going to have a bathroom but we didn’t want to be always looking for one. It’s actually a Thetford swivel toilet. We didn’t include it in the video because the silicone was still drying but we will show it in the next one when we do the shower head. Thanks a lot :)

[@jimmydeen58]

Great Video Looks Amazing.. Very Well Done..

[@EscapingOrdinary]

Thank you 👍🏼

[@muhammadayaz3646]

Some modifications can fascilitate more.1.The WC should be the floor one as fashioned in the east.2.Adjust it at the rear end will be awesome.3.One can clean himself with his own hands this will be more hygienic.4.This help to avoid the dirty drops and save the skin.5.By having a cover(like the deep freezers) over it will stop stink and one can take bath over it.6. Taking bath in sitting is more beneficient .If one believe in chastity and hate to expose him/herself should take bath in a sitting way.7.By sitting one use a bucket and mug and can easily wash more comfortably and less exhausting.8.If one has any abration or injuries can save from soap and shampoo etc. 9.By this way one can save water etc.10.Four steel rods of five feet wrapped with a cloth can work as a Blind can use in outskirts in emergency. with best wishes.

[@TheRobman]

"If the circle was perfect, I mean, it's not very square" lol

[@danzbeard]

That’s was a huge spider!

[@honeycat535]

this should be on Cowboy Builders - too funny!

[@MariaDryna]

5:16 - Big Spider!

[@TripUnlimited]

Beautiful!!

[@EscapingOrdinary]

Trip-Unlimited Thank you!

[@TripUnlimited]

Escaping Ordinary you welcome! We are currently building our expedition mobile on a Mercedes truck 😉

[@dentalceramicdesignltd565]

Thanks🙏💐

[@ItaintmeCCC]

Great work. Shame we can't get these rollaway doors here in the UK.

[@ElseasWorld]

Yo that s14 is gangster!

[@LucasCorroto]

Nice video guys!!

[@EscapingOrdinary]

Lucas & Magui Thanks so much. Loving yours as well!

[@dayrider]

Nice bathroom , it's strange how some biggish vans the people don't seem to need a toilet , our van is 19ft long & it has a very long bonnet ,but i wouldn't have bought it if it had no bathroom with toilet , no were else to go for a no1 or 2 ..lol looking forward to your next build

[@EscapingOrdinary]

Yes we got the bigger van just so we could fit a bathroom! Thanks for watching.

[@johnmaxwell6136]

Just a thought that might work. Shower space spends most of the time empty. How about having a wardrobe unit in there - that slides sideways when you want to use the shower. I'm thinking of the dinette beside the shower so the wardrobe can slide over the seat. Maybe have the portaloo slide under the seat. Interested in builders thoughts.

[@mrwetwall4203]

Great video

[@dbikekid2169]

Good vid mate

[@JB4375]

Great video. Awesome thumbnail. 🙂

[@PokeysMechanical]

Awesome work guys, can use some of your skills in my bus build.

[@EscapingOrdinary]

We look forward to seeing it!

[@nmartin5551]

Christ in a side car! The size of that spider!!

[@austinlouis9962]

I think it’s better to put the shower in the back. I’m all for a bigger bathroom. IMO. But I guess if you didn’t need to have access to the cockpit you could do a larger bath in the front. But I haven’t really seen that done yet.

[@divinelightforall6711]

Love you for moving the spider. ❤💖💛💚💙💜

[@EscapingOrdinary]

Of course 💜

[@lass-inangeles7564]

You need a man to move a teensy spider? What a waste of a man. And what a high maintenance woman you are! In the age of female world leaders you still need a man for insect removal.

[@smokedsalmon3907]

@@lass-inangeles7564 lmao multiple comments calling the woman useless? Is someone jealous or just angry with life? Newsflash, men and women aren't the same. Men tend to be better at building and construction and women are better at cooking and cleaning. You sound very single, guessing your mad you have to do man work yourself?

[@lass-inangeles7564]

@@smokedsalmon3907 My, my, aren't you insecure about your manhood. Did your mom do all the cooking or did you get your lazy ass off to the kitchen once a week? Guessing you like high maintenance partners. With regard to construction, I'm way better than most men. I expect other women in van builds not to sit around like a princess and wait for sexist men like you to show up. Now go cook yourself a meal and don't expect women to do it for you.

[@dodger1x]

You shouød have a pull out toilet (from the wall) and a closed loop shower system (the waste water from the shower goes through multiple filters and gets reheated just a tiny bit. In theory you can shower for an hour if you want without using much water

[@itsmeagain.1212]

Its called the hour shower.

[@Hashterix]

@Quinn Dang It's filtered thoroughly and also treated by a UV light that kills any bacteria so technically yes, it's sanitary.... just don't pee in the shower!

[@DoubleD72]

@@itsmeagain.1212 Called*

[@itsmeagain.1212]

@@DoubleD72 ya thats spell check. I know how to spell. Yhanks for beinh a troll.

[@markfcoble]

Thanks.

[@QsTechService1]

Awesome calculator watch 👍

[@EscapingOrdinary]

Thanks!

[@QsTechService1]

Escaping Ordinary Pretty cool videos you have of building the van ..👍 thinking about modding van for a repair mobile lab 🔬 lol 😂

[@petertaylor3419]

Hi, Guy's great job & excellent video. Just wondering what shower mixer you used as the link you provided just bumps me to the Bunnings home page. Searched the Bunnings range but couldn't find it.

[@smallfootprint2961]

Not sure I'm following all that, but I had a thought... I realize that the shape of the wagon is a consideration, but I think I might have just used a preformed/all in one, fiberglass shower stall. As far as cost goes, I think they're pretty reasonable. Maybe less work to install too. Just a thought. Congrats on all the DIY work going well.

[@EscapingOrdinary]

We have stood in one before and we couldn't stand up all the way! Thanks for watching

[@Thomas1980]

great Video!

[@EscapingOrdinary]

Thomas1980 Thank you!

[@tonyjaii]

See I told you Trent from punchy would turn out alright, he is building vans now!

[@esthercasoluengo2732]

Hi!!! Awsome work, Where did you get the white panels. I live in Mexico and here that material is not common. Do you have any idea? Thanks

[@rvingkeepitrolling8797]

Hi from the basement of u-tube I subbed nice work

[@riazKhan-uk8hf]

Spider will be back)))

[@angelroe5133]

Very talented

[@EscapingOrdinary]

Thanks a lot!

[@angelroe5133]

@@EscapingOrdinary welcome

[@mycertifiedlifecoach]

Thank you guy’s: much appreciate Video 😊🙏🏼🚐

[@EscapingOrdinary]

Thank you for watching! 🙂

[@chrissib.2589]

very nice built! Thumbs up! What did you use for the sidewalls of your shower cabin? Did you put tiles all the way up or is it a kind of plastic sheet with tile optics? Thaks a lot in advance for your answer! Stay safe!

[@kevinohara8671]

That's brilliant I'm wondering if I could fit an lpg tank I'm mainly running on pulses and beans sloshed down with Guinness and yeasty fermenting bread mpg must go sky high

[@stevendevisscher2094]

Hi Thx for this video! What is the material u use for the bathroom with new york white tiles? Thx a lot!

[@faridarchitect1152]

What is the material u use for the shower pan and the white lining? Looks really good

[@jayshaw3971]

谢谢二位的视频。

[@theminimalistplan]

Hey guys, lots of good info here, really like your shower installation. Where did you get the walls from, with thanks from Norway

[@SamGforreal]

That’s a bit on the piss 👍🏻😂🔥👊🏼

[@Greg-tj8rg]

It can't get past that fence 🤣

[@NomaddUK]

Looking good. Take your time, don't rush it. Also use masking tape when using silicon. It makes it look way better. Subbed and liked :o)

[@EscapingOrdinary]

It's hard not to rush because we cant wait for it to be finished! But yes I agree It's better to take our time 🙂Thanks so much

[@NomaddUK]

@@EscapingOrdinary that I can understand. I haven't bought mine yet but still have hundreds of ideas in my head.

[@nemanjagradinac5419]

So cool mate. Well done guys! And the silicone job is...well just don't let her silicone anymore 😛 atb

[@kylek7131]

What was it you lined the shower walls with?

[@adolfoevia5417]

Any advice on how to plumb a van shower and toilet? Videos