I'm Cutting Our Lucid Memory Foam Mattress |Van Life How To

[@maryjones7547]

I love those mattresses I have a 12-inch queen-size on my bed I would never go back to a box spring and Mattress ever you are going to love it

[@JonniesJourney]

Can't wait for first trip out.

[@gracebriggs558]

I bought the same mattress and need the same amount cut.. this video was super helpful and easy.. thank you so much for doing exactly what I need .. buying a meat carver

[@JonniesJourney]

Awesome, glad to help

[@anniesshenanigans3815]

I took the cover and the slip cover thing off completely. and then started searching the web for the best tool to cut it with. I have a twin that I need to cut to 24 inches so I will have room in my SUV for stuff. I am making the platform with some plywood cut into sections so I can build up the back since it's at an angle. Now that I have seen your video I need to get the wood first, so I will have something to brace it with for the cutting part!! that was going to be the hard part!! Off to lowes for plywood/2x4 and finding a meat carver.. LOL.

[@JonniesJourney]

Awesome, good luck with your project. One step closer to adventure 😊

[@BonedaddyToo]

Never would've thought of this; but having seen it now, it makes perfect sense. Pretty cool!

[@JonniesJourney]

Thank you sir.

[@kathy3178]

I have scoured KZbin for an easy to follow video on cutting a memory foam mattress. Y'alls video is the best one out there. Now that we know what to do, hubby and I are cutting down ours today. Thank you so much!

[@JonniesJourney]

Woo hoo. Happy to help and thank you. Good luck to you on your build.

[@GracieandJacqsAdventures]

Who knew unboxing a foam gel mattress would be so exciting 😂🤣😂 especially with Kelly singing ❣

[@JonniesJourney]

She is something else. Rollin rollin rollin.

[@AnnettesVanTease]

So glad I watched this again I’m so using the 2x4 trick. Building up the nerve to cut up my mattress now. ~A

[@JonniesJourney]

You got this. If you don't have electric knife just use a serrated knife, works just as good 👍

[@AnnettesVanTease]

@@JonniesJourney I bought an electric knife last weekend. Going to start this after I finish my coffee.

[@SmallSpaceLiving]

Wow, Jonnie is fast. She was moving. lol I agree with happy wife happy life. lol Very cool with he turkey knife. Very nicely done. The van is coming along. Want be long till you will be taking your trips with it. Thanks for sharing.

[@JonniesJourney]

Thank you William. As soon as my Maxair fan comes in I am taking her out. Way to hot right now.

[@MichaelDrones58]

That is a really nice gel foam mattress and that is really nice I hope you're doing well today girl I stopped by to show my support your channel and smash that like button for you take care and I will see you soon be safe and have a wonderful and blessed day

[@JonniesJourney]

thank you so much

[@MichaelDrones58]

@@JonniesJourney you're welcome my friend

[@melduncanakamelnetteliving9892]

We basically have the same mattress and you will love it! What I love about this build is that you all are not going the least expensive. Your doing it right. Enjoying every step of the build. Awesome!👏👏👍🥑🇺🇸❤️

[@JonniesJourney]

Thank you so much Mel. We really are trying to build a quality home for ourselves. Investing right now so we don't have to spend on upgrades or repairs later. thank you so much for your support.

[@christenholbrook7097]

My husband cut my son's memory foam mattress to fit a custom bed. It turned out nice as well. Have a great day.

[@JonniesJourney]

Thank you so much for watching. they are not to hard to cut as you can see.

[@GracieandJacqsAdventures]

So are you keeping what you cut off to make into, oh I dunno, back supports cushions. I aways look at something left over as a possible for something else! Thank goodness you didn't get any blood on that new mattress Jonnie❣❣❣

[@Vanderella]

I know, she would have been in trouble!

[@JonniesJourney]

yes, we have saved the leftover and already thinking of what to do with it.

[@GreatGrannyFreeBird]

excellent video skills, Kelly. dont be so hard on yourself. even your narrating was timely and cute ("children, dont use your teeth to open the plastic") 🤣. turkey carver worked beautifully Jonnie. and just enough space to tuck n sheets/blankets. so well thought out.

[@JonniesJourney]

Thank you so much!

[@JUSTINANDCHRISTINA]

Cool Mattress 😀👍

[@JonniesJourney]

Thanks guys.

[@tinastanley4444]

I'm about to unbox and cut ✂️ my lucid gel memory foam topper after I watch you all do this. RAWHIDE!!! LMAO

[@JonniesJourney]

Woo-hoo good luck

[@tinastanley4444]

@@JonniesJourney yeehaw thanks. LoL. Have a great day!!!

[@HoneyandMe]

It’s amazing that you can get a mattress in the mail now! Measure twice, cut once! Looks like it’s gonna be comfie!

[@JonniesJourney]

IKR... Just about anything can come in the mail now. crazy.....

[@mv9113]

Nice work 👍, just purchased a foam mattress from an Etsy shop called Foam Global will also need to do some cutting.. looks like it’s easier to cut with a bread knife.

[@JonniesJourney]

Absolutely

[@lindabarker7142]

Nice job. Looks great!

[@JonniesJourney]

Thank you Linda

[@Vanderella]

Thanks Linda! We appreciate your support and friendship!

[@CDubsJourney]

I used a carving knife too in my old van but it wasn't electric and only 8" but it cut like butter. Good job girls!

[@JonniesJourney]

Thank you C Dub.

[@RVAshsinApril]

That mattress is going to be so comfortable!

[@JonniesJourney]

after cutting it, I sure hope so. no going back now lol

[@RoyandBeckysTravels]

Looks very comfy. Love the turkey knife idea for cutting the mattress.

[@JonniesJourney]

It really doesn't have to be a once a year tool

[@RoyandBeckysTravels]

@@JonniesJourney nope it got that job done.

[@JNTravels]

What a great idea, using the turkey knife. Now we know why you will be spitting out foam at Thanksgiving time.😀 Great job to you and the cameralady.🐸

[@JonniesJourney]

LOL... I hope there will be no foam in the turkey, I will be in big trouble.

[@janegrey4374]

I have a 10" mattress which I'm debating whether to cut down to a twin saving myself some money or simply buying a new twin mattress.

[@JonniesJourney]

That is a touch choice. Do you like the 10 inch one? That would make the biggest difference

[@avapotterfield9760]

Came over from Meant 2 be's live. Just subscribed

[@JonniesJourney]

Thank you so much.

[@TalkingWithBob]

Ooo a really nice one

[@JonniesJourney]

Thanks Bob

[@ThriftyAngela]

Yay! I've been waiting for this video!! I was scared I was going to cut mine too, when I was opening it. "Don't get any blood on the mattress"...Lol! I absolutely love that you used a turkey cutting knife...very smart! It turned out so well! I love mine and we've had it for two years now. Great video! 😊

[@JonniesJourney]

Thank you Angela. Can only hope I get a fraction of the views you have.

[@ThriftyAngela]

@@JonniesJourney I hope you do too!! 😊

[@debk7274]

Great job you guys, so custom, keep those doggies rolling LOL

[@JonniesJourney]

Thanks Deb. Kelly sure does bring the laughter to the videos.

[@RaleyCreativeTravel]

This will be awesome. Great job.

[@JonniesJourney]

Thank you Blane.

[@RockerRoxy]

Great job again 👍👍👍👍👍 oops, hope that cut is not too bad on your hand.. awesome narration 😀😀😀😀😀 you girls rock ❤❤❤❤❤ full watch as always 👍👍👍👍👍stay safe my dear friend 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@JonniesJourney]

Thanks friend 👍. Hugs to you and Roxy

[@RockerRoxy]

@@JonniesJourney ❤❤❤❤❤

[@TumbleweedRvLife]

Thak you for helping us reach 1000 Subscribers! Christian & Tracey 💜💚🇨🇦

[@JonniesJourney]

You are very welcome. We were actually 999 & 1000. Well Kelly was 1000. Congratulations. I will add you to my list for running playlist.

[@LonghaulLifesavers]

I love your narration Kelly!

[@JonniesJourney]

She is a hoot...

[@MemawsMatters]

WOW 10 inch!!!!!!!!!! That will be like a cloud

[@JonniesJourney]

we hope so. Thank you so much for watching and supporting the channel.

[@jwmmitch]

Hello I ordered a foam mattress. When it came in I saw it's gel-memory foam. I was worried there might be a liquid/ gel part I shouldn't cut through

[@JonniesJourney]

I cut mine over two years ago, have had no problems

[@WhoaNellieRVAdventures]

Now I see why you need a step stool to climb up into bed. Looks great. I'm sure you will really enjoy it. Hope you are having fun on your vaca. ~Lucy

[@JonniesJourney]

Thank you Lucy. I am being very lazy this week. I will be ready to roll next week.

[@BackroadsArtStudio]

That looks like an awesome mattress! Great job. Each part makes me excited to see the next one. We cut our mattress also. Have a short queen and we are both short, lol.

[@JonniesJourney]

Thank you guys for following along

[@LonghaulLifesavers]

The carving knife works perfect for cutting anything foam!

[@JonniesJourney]

It really does. who would have thought.

[@HappyPlaceCamping]

I need to get one of these for our house! It looks so comfy!! Love that you can cut it to fit. Might consider this for the camper in the future.

[@Vanderella]

Depending on what thickness and size you need Overstock and Wayfair have a great selection at fair prices.

[@JonniesJourney]

We have not slept on it yet but will let you know. It looks very promising.

[@AvaPotterfieldandFriends]

Roy and Becky sent me!!

[@JonniesJourney]

Thank you so much. Will head your way

[@JeanneBaney]

Nice job!! It looks great!

[@johnysjourneys9450]

I love Short Queens!!!

[@JonniesJourney]

LOLOLOL

[@BoxVanDee]

I love it. Hope you are ok but no blood on the mattress. Carving knife is good, especially electric Good job.

[@Vanderella]

Thank you Dee, I think it is going to be perfect!

[@JonniesJourney]

Thank you Dee. I know you know how bad those splinters hurt under the fingernail.

[@GriswoldFamilyVacay]

Awesome mattress !

[@JonniesJourney]

Thanks Danny

[@ItsAboutTimeNow]

Love unboxings. Great work you two.

[@JonniesJourney]

Thanks so much!

[@krystynebryan4744]

If been reading up on cutting mattresses for my project. It doesn’t look like you guys had the issue but I’ve read a lot of issues about fiberglass and once you cut the mattress you have to put it in a waterproof mattress protector. Do you guys know about this or have this issue with this mattress? I think it’s only in that second cover you guys took off.

[@JonniesJourney]

this is the second mattress I have cut and have had no problems. this mattress has a cover but is not water proof. i have nit heard if having to add a water proof cover but I am also not a trained expert. I Put many air holes in the bed to help prevent mold and have also had no problems so far. thank so much for watching.

[@MichaelDrones58]

BIG Like #28...👍😃

[@JonniesJourney]

Thank you Michael

[@MichaelDrones58]

@@JonniesJourney you're welcome my friend

[@HappyPlaceCamping]

Finished your vanlife playlist.

[@JonniesJourney]

Thank you. After your list runs I will play some individual.

[@VanLifeRocks]

Nice work 👍🏼👍🏼

[@JonniesJourney]

Thanks 👍

[@AmericaBound]

Nice...

[@JonniesJourney]

Thank you Patrick. Go Seahawks...

[@LeeLeesLens]

I would love this mattress but much smaller size for me. Nice job!!

[@JonniesJourney]

Thank you Lee Lee

[@TheTonialadd]

Thanks for the video. I hope my mom forgives me for using her electric carving knife. I tell her after the holidays…😬

[@JonniesJourney]

🤣🤣🤣🤣 I won't say a word if you don't

[@LonghaulLifesavers]

😂😂😂 I say “we” all the time. Jon always says, “who’s this we?”

[@JonniesJourney]

Yes...."We" do a lot of work on the van.

[@jms60]

nice foam mattest

[@JonniesJourney]

Thank you James.

[@dottierandall2475]

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@JonniesJourney]

Thank you 👍

[@bobbymeister1243]

What did you do with the excess mattress cover? Resewed it or tucked it away?

[@JonniesJourney]

I sewed the inside one but the outer one tucks under the matress. Really not a lot excess because it comes pretty taunt out of the box.

[@maobfh]

I know. I am late again. Enough about me. After you cut the mattress, what were you mounting and to what. It is probably obvious but i watched again and didn't figure it out.

[@JonniesJourney]

what I did was put a 2x4 on top and bottom so that I could get a straight line. it compressed the mattress for easier cutting. thank you so much for watching.

[@maobfh]

@@JonniesJourney - after.you cut the mattress, you went to the back of the van. I believe that you had already discussed the falling wool. No, felled wool! Trying to play with the words. If you wash wool in hot water, it shrinks and creates a felt material. They often call that felting, which is incorrect. Felting is done by hand with soap and hot water, massaging the layers of wool or wool and silk until the barbs in the wool or silk lock to the other layers of fiber and why the long explanation?!? There is also needle felting. But shrinking it down in the washer, by accident or with purpose, is called fulling. I was trying to play with that, but back to the question. You went to the back of the van and took what appeared to be a felt covered sheet of wood and some brackets. You took a rubber cap off what might have been the floor of the van and inserted a jointed post in that hole. You added a clear rubber washer to keep.the post in place and then installed the brackets. You had to scrape away some of.the felt to insure the bracket lied flat and then I don't know. THAT is what I am asking about. What were you installing, and why?

[@Livingmydreammm]

Thank you watching later need link to other you tube😍😍

[@WindanWaves]

Does this mattress have a fiber glass retardant like a lot of them do?

[@JonniesJourney]

Pretty sure, I am having Kelly check for us.

[@Marishka0509]

Hello!!!

[@JonniesJourney]

Morning!

[@davidkinderyeti6775]

Lizbeans don't need no feller!

[@elleyd6985]

Watch out !!! Its gonna blow lol

[@JonniesJourney]

Ikr

[@OGeograhappy]

Supar dupar vdo and share your experience of working with you, but

[@JonniesJourney]

Thank you so much for following along

[@robertmclean6927]

3min 30sec in to the video and the mattress is out of the box.

[@JonniesJourney]

for some reason the unboxing is very important to companies, go figure.

[@HikeCamp]

You will be camping in comfort!

[@JonniesJourney]

I sure hope so.

[@outdooradventuresandtravel6479]

Hello starting now my friend

[@JonniesJourney]

Thank you. yours is still running. It paused for some reason but its going again. will be running all night for sure.

[@outdooradventuresandtravel6479]

@@JonniesJourney thanks so much...I'm on your 6 hour live now 😁

[@JonniesJourney]

@@outdooradventuresandtravel6479 awesome. are you close to your hours

[@outdooradventuresandtravel6479]

@@JonniesJourney no I have a long way to go..i was at 1162 yesterday, but just a few months ago I was at 800...I'm slowly moving up..How are your hours?? I can play on my grandsons channel too..I have like 5 or so people trying to help me..some of them have a few channels...take care

[@JonniesJourney]

I have 800 left. I will play yours on another device after current channel finishes.