Designing a Dream TINY HOUSE After 3 Years of Van Life

[@itsJackandMegan]

Happy Sunday beautiful people! Let us know how you're spending today and if you could spot Merv in todays episode 😆 Don't forget to use betterhelp.com/jackandmegan if you're interested in trialing BetterHelp for yourself 🩵

[@TheBearDenPhotography]

Merv spotted @! 12:28 on the counter when Jack is getting his coffee.

[@howie_on_tour]

Merv! Creeping up in minute 12 🫣😁

[@Azalia-Zen]

oh I didn't see Merv consiously BUT I did read the coffee cup as 'Mervy Christmas' instead of Merry Christmas so um Merv still crept in somehow! 🤣🤣

[@chrismcdonnell1695]

You say its hard working in the heat... Well I need to remind you and all your viewers that half of WA isn't even going outside this week due to the relentless heat. So do not feel the need to apologise for delays. I reckon you are doing an amazing job!

[@robinhoward4204]

You're dang right there - I feel bad whinging about the heat and humidity on the Sunny Coast here in Qld. They deserve a medal for what they are achieving in this unseasonably hot summer.

[@Teaganstarr]

Good on ya for still pushing through the heat! It’s soooo hot! Anyone else notice the security cameras following you around the shed 😂😂 “Always watching…”

[@PeterKeys-he9gl]

Looking good 👍 👌 😎

[@andrewr171]

Absolutely have a bathroom!!! You'll be so thankful later..... promise!!!! Also, just go at a comfortable pace.... it's not a race. Awesome job😎🫶🫶

[@robinhoward4204]

Well said - I'm sure when the weather cools the fun part of picking fixtures, fittings, paint colours and all the little extras kicks in!

[@heatherrowles9930]

Guys the heat is a subject worth discussing, I cant believe how much youve gotten done considering this heatwave and what youre working in. It is hard enough to survive less than 2km from a bunch of beaches, buggered if Id want to be out in farming country. I think youre going great guns. Looking forward to the next update, be it next week or the one after. Myrtle is looking good.

[@PeterKeys-he9gl]

Congrats 👏 guy's. U guys r geniuses

[@PeterKeys-he9gl]

Just chill 😎. Have a nice cold 🥶 beer 🍺 or 2

[@itsJackandMegan]

Oh mate I think I’ll need more then that 😂

[@bertkelly7650]

Trying to get my head around Megan wearing black @ 47 degrees. Good job so far!

[@itsJackandMegan]

Haha poor Jack has to hear me complain every day how badly I need to go to the opshop for clothes 🥲😆 thanks Bert! 🩵

[@robinhoward4204]

I wear black a lot of the time in summer but it's usually loose and airy. Some gym wear is made to absorb moisture and then evaporate. But I must admit it does look hot and stifling.

[@cindykendall6934]

Another brilliant video. What we love about you two is definitely your personalities and your honesty. We love how you’re so open with us - such “ real “ people. You make us laugh and you make us aware - not to mention entertain us. You’re going to make Murtle something to be proud to own - good on you both 👍🤗🤗👏👏

[@jayfargo4086]

Don't be so hard hard on yourselves. You can't expect to work in that heat. The van is looking great and soon it will cool down and you will be back into it 👍💞

[@itsJackandMegan]

Yeah we definitely struggle with feeling like we should be working harder 😆 thanks so much 🩵

[@Amanda-uc5jq]

@@itsJackandMegan just do it at your own pace isn’t that the bonus of not having exact deadlines etc. We will wait 😁👍

[@serenepeacefulrelaxingmusi3874]

I love the Viscount range of caravans. 💖💖💖 I lived in a "27 footer" Viscount caravan many years ago. Someone mentioned the cardboard box method of trying out the layout for liveability. Your entry might possibly be awkward for bringing items in if it is too cluttered. Sometimes a few extra inches can make all the difference. I do love what you are doing by renovating Myrtle and giving her a new lease on life. 😀 An "island" bed is much easier for sleeping in and bedmaking. The larger fridge will be a blessing. You won't regret including a shower/toilet cubicle. It is so unpleasant to be sick for anyone in the middle of the night and have nothing but a bucket to resort to. I'm not sure why you will need to slide the toilet out of the way, just sit on it in the shower. The toilet paper will need a cover to prevent steam from dampening it. All the overhead cupboards taking advantage of all the space for storage was so brilliant in the old Viscount Caravans. If you can manage to do that it would be so useful, and remember the door fasteners are important when travelling to stop spillage. Air conditioning will be a blessing and the old fashioned air vents in the roof were there for good reasons. Mould can be an issue if you don't keep good ventilation. We had two large screened vents and one smaller one in the roof centre of the caravan. Proper wire mess screens are best for keeping out vermin. Some areas are prone to this. The cheaper screens can be eaten through. We also had the high rise roof that gradually sloped towards the back. Beautiful Caravan it was (fond memories). It also had a sliding glass door for the entry. I would prefer a solid door for more security these days. Adding an annex gives extra living space for seating if you have more visitors than can fit at your table and lends a bit of privacy. Anyway, that is enough for now. All the best. 😀

[@johncampbell3628]

Jack, I really think you should have done the plumbing and wiring before insulation then insert around the conduits. You can then put some insulation tape over the conduits if you are worried about gaps in insulation

[@theknightrider888]

Love watching the progress on the van Jack and Megan. Great work 👌

[@raneezeller7475]

Love the floor layout. I’d go north south bed so you’re not jumping over each other.

[@vonkurtz8437]

Awesome job guys. No idea how you get so much done and remain positive in the heat. My partner made a good point with the bottom vent you added for the fridge. Be careful of water/rain. Maybe put a vent cover over the outside. Keep up the great work

[@twah72]

Talk about the weather and heat all you like, I’m from Melbourne and we love talking about the weather! Especially when it’s really hot and really cold. Kudos to you guys working in anything over 37! Loving the build btw!

[@studiousgirl71]

Isn't that normal for Melbourne to be both in the one day 😉

[@HammerRocks]

Loving some of the upbeat, chilaxing music you've chosen in this episode. It really suits the relaxing Sunday morning vibe. The time/day I watched this episode. Kudos to Megan for being able to keep on her tippi-toes for that long. 😁

[@heatherrowles9930]

Ikr? My feet were cramping up just watching.

[@HammerRocks]

@@heatherrowles9930 🤣

[@itsJackandMegan]

Thanks Hammer!! Appreciate you pointing that out Megan spends a lot of time choosing music 👍😊

[@Azalia-Zen]

It's really coming together!!! Looking fantastic! Love the energy in your vlog! So glad Megan gets her Queen bed - well deserved 🌞

[@itsJackandMegan]

Hey thanks for watching! Hope you have been well 😊 yep Megan got the queen bed 😂😂 and I got my big fridge haha

[@Werkar27]

Love how the build is progressing. Just a suggestion, instead of going with two 12v batteries you may ant to go with one 48v. You'll spend less on the cables, fuses and it's just a much more efficient system. Cheers.

[@addhmann]

Ive got several you tubers on the go and you two are my favs by a long way. Keep doing what makes you happy and we will watch...I just love it thank you...oh and its entertaining too 😉😉

[@itsJackandMegan]

Thank you so much for your kind comment that means so much to us 🙏👍😊

[@shaunmoller2997]

Slowly but surly the build is coming on hang in their Jack & Megan the end resuld will be epic cheers

[@LockdownMadeUsTravel]

Guys, another great vlog!! We love watching your progress. We can't wait for the next episode each time, watching it religiously! Stay safe in the heat, big love from the UK! 🫶🏻

[@itsJackandMegan]

Hey guys!! Wow all the way from UK how cool. 🙏😊👍

[@peterwilkes1915]

Another great episode guys, don't be scared to talk about the heat it sets the scene and makes us feel like we are there and also shows how it is.

[@allenhaynes2662]

Cardboard boxes really give's you the ultimate feel for how things will truly fit . I've used this method for both campers and vans .

[@dannyfisher9223]

Absolutely frothing on watching your build series guy's! Cheers and stay safe and cool!!

[@itsJackandMegan]

Glad you’re enjoying it mate!! Yiewww

[@katherineporter2654]

Loved catching up on the progress with Myrtle. You are doing a great job. Stay cool.

[@neilcrispin7137]

Great job so far and keep pushing forward as it’s looking good. Enjoy watching your progress 👏

[@karavanningdownunder]

Wow you guys have had some hot day 🥵 For those fridge vents, you can add some aircon filter media with the fly screen, helps keep the dust down but allows ventilation.

[@itsJackandMegan]

Hey thanks for the tip! I’ll look into this! I’ll have a look on the Bunnings site now.

[@MellanieBroad]

Knocking out the park, amazed with how hot it has been and how much you have already done great job. I can't wait to see how you fit it all out.

[@Sentinel-Ai]

Don't worry about mentioning the heat, I live in Mildura and just getting our house and garden finished is hell with the heat and then it gets bloody cold.

[@sam_pedro3702]

Great job guys. So down to earth. Keep up the good work

[@itsJackandMegan]

🙏 Thanks for watching!!

[@michelleE-k7v]

Starting to make some real progress guys ! Really look forward to your updates. Hope your enjoying these cooler days we are having 😊

[@itsJackandMegan]

It’s really starting to come together hey!! So excited to get the walls and ceiling up!

[@jasonbarnes5605]

Nice job guys. I've read all the comments and tips and agree with them. Especially about the fibreglass. Hey Jack, you know how you call a camping stove a bbq, well you're doing the same thing with polyurethane. You're calling it silicone! 😆

[@itsJackandMegan]

Hey thanks for watching! Yes that fibreglass is going to be fixed up now. I’ll definitely pop rivet some ally on with silicon now!

[@BradandJaz]

Ohh love the “final” layout, love the sliding toilet I really wanted to try and do that in our van but it just hasn’t worked out that way. There are so many little things that take so much longer than you think. Stay cool guys 47 is insane.

[@itsJackandMegan]

Thanks for watching guys! Fingers crossed we can make the toilet work!

[@lindaarmiger217]

Your progress is great. Myrtle is becoming a little home. Take care in that heat.

[@barrydyer6543]

Good to see you are using your Ryobi tools. Looking good guys, Heat. Sorry. What heat. Heat

[@Amanda-uc5jq]

Myrtle is looking just fabulous ❤ I’m a bit devo that the gorgeous lounge isn’t coming back, I fell in love with it too. 😂 I can understand not having it for space saving but it’s really beautiful. When I designed a van I wasn’t sure about bathroom in the end I decided I would have pop up ensuite attached to side directly outside the kitchen. Have pull out spray bar (shower attachment) you can just hook up outside through window & clip to side. Figured it would save heaps on waterproofing etc & space, takes 2mins to set up, couple of rubber or wood mats for base. Toilet under bench inside. Thanks for not tricking me again 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 Oh & loved Jack protecting Megan’s privacy 😮

[@audreyburton5367]

You're doing great, guys. Jack would make a great kid show presenter.❤

[@philandclarepatch6262]

This is so excellent because I just got a 22 fiit old viscount caravan myself and I'm stripping it internally as well at the moment so I'm literally following you as far as renovating our caravan so thx heaps for the detail and keep the vids coming please Jack and Megan, blessings phil

[@gigirobertson5956]

Keep up the great work

[@Steven87199]

I love the layout idea you guys have! I just hope you find a spot in the kitchen for merv 🕵‍♂

[@gillianfahey6464]

Insulating is a great idea..We have a fairly new caravan and little insulation so what a difference that should make for you!

[@itsJackandMegan]

Hopefully it does make a difference hey. Will have to wait and see once walls and ceiling are up!

[@gavindereus3643]

Jack, instead indenting the wall for the bathroom walls, get some fusion locks from Bunnings and they will stick forever!😊

[@graemetowner7257]

how you guys can get any work done in that temp in a metal box is amazing...always a fun vibe with your content....shame the big chair lounge won't make the cut, but do what works for you guys...looking forward to final reveal

[@robyndehavilland1609]

Guys that heat is not something to apologize for, heat stroke is very real and you are doing the most sensible thing by not working in it. 😊❤

[@itsJackandMegan]

It’s a very serious thing hey! It has finally cooled down we actually got some rain the other day!

[@craigmooney2630]

Boiling hot, learning as you go, hours of travel collecting supplies doesn’t equal production deadlines “ try to enjoy the process and have fun with it 🤠

[@rachelleherron8389]

It’s ok I feel you with the heat. It’s been absolutely brutal. I live 2 and 1/2 hrs north of Perth and it has been so hot.

[@fatmanoverlanding]

Great progress guys. 👍

[@itsJackandMegan]

Cheers mate! 🙏🏼

[@followmetourswithainsandte9574]

Another great vid guys, looking forward to seeing the progress next week.xx

[@mj_aussie_coaster_travels8310]

Don’t know if it’s already in the plans but I’d recommend chucking a fan on the top fridge vent to help draw the heat out, it’s one thing we noticed on our coaster is that they don’t actually work that well as passive vents. If you’re going for a 12v or even a 240v fridge they don’t need as much venting as the old school 3 ways.

[@wheretheroadtakesus523]

Loving the build and I think your doing a fantastic job. I love hearing what the temperature is, it gives us a real understanding of how it really is for you. I truly think you will be so glad you added a bathroom. You will probably need to add a 2nd water tank though.

[@Jondi33]

We have a 13’ 8” vintage caravan that we put a bathroom in. I wasn’t sure about doing that but am so pleased we did. It’s definitely worth spending the time to think about the best layout to make it work. Love your work and following your adventures. Good luck.

[@PerspectiveAustralia]

Doing so well you guys! Complain away about the heat. It’s nuts!!

[@Karen_richwillo]

My goodness such hard work and in that relentless heat 🥵. Well done. I remember being in WA in a heat wave and I actually thought the place was going to blow up!!!! 47 deg 😱 you guys are take it easy that’s just too hot 🥵.

[@lynnecollins3284]

Pleased to see lichen in front as I have had 3 Caravans and the best is the kitchen in from odours go out the door. Glad about q bed you won't regret. Well done to work in that heat. I am in Tassie and we get to 30 and it is too hot. Noticed it is so dry in paddocks there. The stones might jump to next paddock😂. My dad use to say when very dry/drought. I love watching this transformation. Also I know you have to travel to B's but better than having to much and left over. Look forward to next ep and keep 🆒.

[@Ninchi_TrueCrime]

Thanks for another great video!! The van is coming along really nicely!

[@itsJackandMegan]

So glad you enjoyed it! She’s getting there slowly 🙌🏼

[@menuraliyanage3525]

great ep guys! slowly but surely getting there and can't wait to see mertle in all her glory!

[@itsJackandMegan]

Thanks for watching!! Slow and steady 😂😂

[@neilringram]

Doing a great job guys. Keep up the good work.

[@itsJackandMegan]

Thanks for watching Neil!

[@neilmitchelhill9388]

Loved this video

[@itsJackandMegan]

Happy to hear that! Thanks for watching 🥰

[@jennyhonda9642]

Keep Hydrated, Jack and Megan. 45C!!!! Greetings from much cooler Mornington Peninsula, Victoria, Au.

[@ch17ly]

I can't wait to see the finished product, probably not as much as you 2 but I can already tell it's going to be amazing!!!

[@itsJackandMegan]

So exciting hey!! Now just need to build it 😂

[@robertlaundy4176]

Excellent effort in that horrific heat. Just a thought, if you have dark curtains, and air-conditioning, could you sleep during the day, and do "night shift" on the van? Have to incorporate Jack's trip's to Bunnings of course 😂😂😂 Ps it was 19deg here today, bet you miss this place 😊 Cheers Rob and Shelly from Tasmania

[@jimmyp164]

looking forwards to seeing you guys painting the van to get same tips.

[@itsJackandMegan]

Thanks for following along Jimmy!

[@diannehavelberg5875]

Doing such a good job there guys carnt wait for the end results must have a bathroom take care❤

[@russellbailey2148]

Great stuff guys looking forward to more content thanks?

[@itsJackandMegan]

Cheers Russell!!

[@TheBearDenPhotography]

Looking good guys! We don't get 47 deg heat here in Canada, but we get -40C temps in the winter, which makes getting around really difficult. Not much work gets done outside in those temps. Stay cool, and keep safe, Can't wait to see how this project turns out.

[@itsJackandMegan]

Gosh -40 would probably be worse 😅 thanks so much, hopefully we can ramp up the progress now that it’s cooling down a bit!

[@MP-bz6qq]

Looking good guys

[@itsJackandMegan]

Cheers mate!!

[@johndacosta2612]

Love your work guys loving the build

[@peterlindsay8235]

Make the bed somewhere between a queen and double thereby gaining space for the wet room. There is a bloke in Rockingham that makes caravan mattresses at very reasonable prices.

[@warrencramer4516]

I think you guys have made great progress considering WA temperatures!! And really like you're thinking with the layout and including the bathroom! Keep smiling!!

[@itsJackandMegan]

Thanks Warren! Keen to see how the bathroom comes along hey!

[@WorimiDazza]

Thank you for another great video. I look forward to every video.

[@itsJackandMegan]

So happy to hear that Darren! Thanks for joining us ☺️

[@1993Revhead]

Been waiting for this one.

[@rosemaryshepherdsmith5110]

You both should be so proud of yourself.😊

[@itsJackandMegan]

🙏

[@jackleaper7182]

run a bathroom area. I'm living in the van full time while working away and absolutely rate it

[@johnpitt2742]

the main thing is that you will like it and it will be servisable and you can use it

[@Ninchi_TrueCrime]

47!!!! Wow! Living in central Vic, I get wiped out when it’s 37!!! Just Wow!!

[@itsJackandMegan]

Crazy stuff hey!

[@thosebikepackers]

Clicked faster than Jack can say fiberglass!

[@itsJackandMegan]

😂😂😂

[@treeman3663]

Compressor fridge?? Loveing the build so far

[@itsJackandMegan]

Sure is mate! Thanks for watching. 😊👍

[@aussienomaddestinations]

Awesome, love the layout,

[@itsJackandMegan]

Thanks! Think we’ll finally be sticking with this one 😆

[@mbatts731]

Happy dance needs definite effort lol 😂

[@itsJackandMegan]

😂😂

[@davidmilledge221]

Coming along great 👍 yer definitely a bathroom guys 😊

[@itsJackandMegan]

Thanks David! Will feel so luxurious to have a bathroom 😁

[@Macka.]

Gday M n J ... love the work you guys are dooin ... keep it up ...

[@itsJackandMegan]

Thanks Macka!! Hope you’re doing well mate.

[@johncampbell3628]

Maybe a combined shower/toilet?

[@craigtomkinson2837]

Cool ep guys

[@itsJackandMegan]

Thanks Craig! Have a great Sunday!

[@craigtomkinson2837]

Thank you. and same to you guys. @@itsJackandMegan

[@lukeclarke1068]

Get yourselves, an industrial fan from Bunnings and buy some ducting so that you can run it form outside the caravan It’ll be like Aircon.

[@heatherrowles9930]

Um hate to be a Debbie Downer but all that would do is speed pump hot air in........life in the oven.

[@AussieOzzies]

Good work guys. Have you considered putting gas struts under your bed so you have loads of storage under the bed? We did that and can store so much under there.

[@itsJackandMegan]

Thanks so much! Yesss that’s the plan 😄 was just too excited about the queen bed and forgot to mention haha

[@keepingupwiththejoneses06]

Ahhh good old Aussie summer 😂 doing well guys...hydrate hydrate.😊

[@heatherrowles9930]

There's a typical Aussie summer.......and then there is this summer. Im my 56 years Ive certainly never seen anything quite like this.

[@keepingupwiththejoneses06]

@@heatherrowles9930 I'm 53 and I have 😎

[@lastknownlocation8760]

Great episode Hard work You guys remind me of the Seinfeld episode “schmoopy” BTW fibreglass if you’re in Australia

[@seangaldermans1435]

Another great vid guys! One thing though, how about you just buy 10-20%% more than you think you need and return any unused materials? Just keep the receipt? 😅 I feel your pain with the 3hr round trips. 😳 Dont worry jack you'll still get to spend enough time there anyway 😂

[@howie_on_tour]

I sort ofworked in a 48° environment once before. Just kept dripping and losing brain function by the minute. It's beyond me how you did this amount of work. Good job guys 👍🏻👍🏻 you're two tough cookies

[@itsJackandMegan]

48!! Jeeeze 🥵 We definitely relate to losing brain function 🤪

[@Accolades70]

Great vid.. little steps....

[@PeterKeys-he9gl]

Hey Jack 👋, Leave the mathematics to Megan please 🙏 🙂

[@RoscoAdams-xt5lp]

🇦🇺 Aussie On Guys 👍🏻👍🏻

[@itsJackandMegan]

👍👍

[@treeman3663]

Whats jack do for a living?? Seems so knowledgeable

[@itsJackandMegan]

Hey mate, I have no qualifications. Used to work as a dogmen/ labourer for 5 years before youtube.

[@scottrea3024]

On the oven while Jack makes a cuppa 😂😂😂

[@itsJackandMegan]

😂

[@realfamilyman]

I thought of renovating a caravan but couldn't work out the insulation part. See the way you've done it, cutting insulation to fit inside but not over the aluminium frame... doesn't that mean the sun will conduct from outer walls, into the frame, bypassing most of the insulation and heating up the interior anyway? I thought maybe put 3 horizontal rows of thin wood strip (#1 at floor height, #2 waist height, #3 at ceiling) as a thermal break, then the final interior wall lining. But wouldn't that mean heat STILL bypasses most of the insulation!? i.e. Does insulation need to be placed over the aluminium frame too?

[@treeman3663]

Hope you guys handled the heat i did see it got too 45 bad enough 🥵🥵🥵🥵🥵🥵

[@Tysong.1]

If you leave the fibreglass in the sun when its hard it will make a fire.

[@francesclark363]

Jack could you check battery requirements. We had to put our additional lithium battery in a box under our WA van