BEST CABINET LATCHES FOR VAN LIFE | how to keep your cabinets shut in a van

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Wondering what the best cabinet latches for van life are? Maybe you didn’t even think about the fact you’ll need to figure out a way to keep your cabinets shut in your van conversion…
Speaking from experience, we know the feeling of driving down the road when a cabinet flies open and all your stuff falls out. It absolutely sucks!
So, we want to help you avoid this common pitfall of van life by installing the best cabinet latches. We’ve used and tested many RV latches for cabinets and drawers over the years and have found the best solution for keeping everything safely in your cabinets and drawers.
We use two different types of latches:
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[@SaraandAlexJames]

Get the latches here: bit.ly/3hOgwzx

[@Big88Country]

Got a tip for ya, instead of using paint marker. Put your latch on the cabinet, use masking tape on the cabinet and make a center Mark. Close the door and line up the door piece with the center mark. Works perfect every time.

[@bjbhehir]

I would make the fitting really loose and use double sided tape, close the door and it should stick to the cabinet door, drill the pilot holes and remove the double sided tape and install. Nice video!

[@jolynnjordan3401]

Putting these latches on a drawer already installed is what I need to find out about, a door latch is much simpler to show.

[@num1champ]

Those look much more durable. Hadn't thought of using marker. I've also found play dough works well for marking where to drill holes. Good to know other options.

[@Scrambler85]

Another great idea among many. When I do my electrical part of my conversion I will be using your links. Always a thumbs up 👍

[@charlevoix418]

How about the idea of putting two short screws in the door catch (if needed, held in place with masking tape) and clicking it to the frame catch, then by closing the door, the two screws will produce two indentations in the door?

[@nn3514]

Best latch is...metal plate on one side super strong magnet on other. Done. No handle. No rattle. No dishes on the van floor. Just sayin.. and congrats!

[@van_der_greg]

Great idea! :-)

[@2sherrymoore]

Great video! I love the step by step videos they are so helpful!!! Thank you!!!!

[@joshvalkenaar4076]

Threadlock those threads on the Japanese ones! If the screws for adjustment fall out you might lose them forever like I did.

[@gregweber802]

Great video! You guys really do a superb job explaining\demonstrating... thanks for the helpful insight!

[@SaraandAlexJames]

Thank you!

[@theresacrockett5528]

Amazing build! We love your backsplash tiles. Where did you get them from?

[@larrytaylor4442]

Grease pen or lipstick works great.

[@MikeCee7]

Did you skip a part? at 3:48 How do you know how far into the cabinet to put the initial piece? (how did you the measurement from the front flush of the cabinet door?)

[@cheddar2848]

You look so beautiful with your baby bump can't wait to see your second beautiful baby soon!

[@SaraandAlexJames]

Thank you!!

[@angelinagonzales5765]

On the top Cabinets what hinges on the top??

[@alex72079]

Thank you Sara and alex ❤️

[@edbenson98]

Great info on door latches and I love the adjustable feature it has! #SAJ

[@amyl5554]

Amazing information, thank you so much for sharing.

[@YankeeinSC1]

Have you seen the new ones from RVLatches here on you tube? Wondering if they are any good.

[@nomadinneverland6832]

Are the ball latches much stronger than the 20 pounds magnet ones?

[@SaraandAlexJames]

Yes much stronger

[@sunshineccc7713]

Which ones do i need for drawers. Thankyou :)

[@mayinnlin1879]

Thank you so much for sharing! 👍😍

[@mckcjj]

Does your layout guide include information for a Ford Transit conversion?

[@clvudiiona7380]

So uh in 6/7 years I want to have a van to have van life do you think you guys are still gonna be open ?😖

[@dizzyadventure4661]

Omg we need these!!

[@smandler2000]

Look at you! Baby Bump!!

[@SaraandAlexJames]

Baby is definitely growing!!

[@smandler2000]

Just one in there right! Yikes!

[@billnyeislezbo]

Hi I'm new here I just subscribed

[@SaraandAlexJames]

Welcome! Thanks for subscribing!

[@sconce3]

So, what latches do you use for a stack of drawers where there is nothing to mount to above (between) the drawers?

[@SaraandAlexJames]

we always have a face frame on the cabinet so there is something to attach to with drawers

[@CurboroughSprinter]

Blu-tack works better for marking up but they don’t hold the door strongly (at least the ones I bought didn’t) even with the balls tightened up.

[@jonathanglanville7953]

Link to the drawer slides you guys like?

[@saragoucha5244]

Hi

[@Kathiewinkle]

Awesome

[@paulfarrell1976]

Tip: Instead of magic marker, use lipstick !

[@NotaHuskywolf]

Not the layout for the baby bump lol

[@smandler2000]

You mentioned a private FB page. Is there a link or how do you join?

[@SaraandAlexJames]

You have to be a member of the Van Layout Guide. The link is given to members only 😊

[@adiscelina8724]

Im very exsidet obout yous beby

[@jcardosa02]

too much talking