Why I HATED my VINYL FLOOR | Van Conversion Floor

[@jbronaughpoi]

As someone who's converting an ambulance alone I truly get your struggle. " use your head " that's so true.

[@RustyCas999]

As a daughter dad my heart aches a little watching you struggle with some parts of your build. But you persevered, learned as you went, owned your mistakes, and didn’t feel sorry for yourself. So even though I don’t know you, I’m really proud of you.

[@JustLou71]

A fellow subscriber turned me onto your channel. I've started at your oldest and working my through. I'm beyond hooked! Started tent camping during Covid. Upgraded to a DIY 4x8 teardrop, and now a 1987 Chevy G20 van. I did flooring with just the underlayment also. I think i scored more on my flooring because I got it all for free. Literally driving down the road and found 7 boxes of beautiful flooring. Can't wait to keep going through your adventure. I love how you love your fur baby, her house is great!

[@teebeecurl]

Linnea - What I love most about your story is how happy and enthused you are despite things not working out how you originally thought. I think your optimism and enthusiasm makes everyone else feel like they can totally do these things and have joy and success. Keep it up!

[@Linneaandakela]

Thank you Tom, I really appreciate this!

[@dnlmachine4287]

Love the DIY mindset. At 1:24, mention of temperature expansion contraction - exactly. Unfortunately, all plank type flooring will do that, regardless of installation type (peel stick, click lock etc). The best I have used is Sheet vinyl or linoleum, Loose lay or floating type installation. Yes it requires precise fitment, but it will never separate, and its ability to "slide" makes it the best option for exterior temperature expansion contraction. Put a support under heavy objects, especially things with legs that might push into the surface, thats about the only drawback. You can literally pull it out and access the subfloor if needed for drying, installations, repairs, insulation etc. Stay gold.

[@robertg3070]

I love the new floor its 100% better, the kennel is great also, I look forward to watching all your videos

[@Linneaandakela]

Thanks so much!!

[@lineman71997]

Awesome job. Keep up the good work!!

[@drissvergels9753]

Tg

[@WizzRacing]

I used Pergo Defense+ years ago.. It still looks new..And it has rained on it...

[@benard.m]

I love how indipendent you are and how creative you are you are rhe best

[@Linneaandakela]

Thank you so much!!

[@aradiantjoy]

I wondered about your vinyl floor when you said it wasn’t doing well in the heat - glad you swapped it out lol - I’m so invested in your van being awesome!

[@Linneaandakela]

Totally... I am so happy switched too! Thank you so much for your support and love, I appreciate you!

[@jvjackson4775]

Brings a tear to my eye the way you put your fur child first! I have 3 and everything travel wise is about their comfort!! Kudos!! ❤❤❤

[@rosienelsen2090]

You are an inspiration to young independent ladies everywhere!! Keep doing your thing! I love watching all your updates. I love that you aren't afraid of trial and error...and that you look at things that didn't quite turn out the way you expected as learning opportunities!! Keep it up!!

[@Linneaandakela]

Thank you so much!!

[@Gimo76]

Ok my warning on Lino was right on and so I hope this time I am wrong. I love dark wood the problem is the dusty dog prints MIGHT show. My dog was easy to find I just followed her prints. The test I used when replacing floors was to step on them ended up with a lighter version absolutely love the darker on. I am starting to be an intrusive gma and need to get offline. I just can’t help living vicariously thru you young people. You do a Awesome job by the way. You actually know what you are doing. I hope to get my Van by next week. I might go no build mini as at my age all I need is a nice bed n a/c. Since my colon burst in June and I almost died I have no need for a potty BUT I truly can not sit in my recliner hooked on Van shows for the rest of my life. I am going to get out there. I would rather die in AZ desert looking for meteors than sitting on my duff. I just ask the Lord for 6 months with no new anything going wrong. You would have to know my medical to understand all that has happened in a year. Actually A year would be great to kick around. I am in Oregon and want to make Louisiana and see the tons of dragonflies. TMI sorry…. But at my age I get to do and say what I want. So far no one has shot me. God bless

[@johngrant1337]

I like the new floor and great idea on using the resale store to get the flooring.Super Idea on having a floating floor. I looking forward to the solar charge system. Great job !

[@Linneaandakela]

Thank you John! The solar has been super fun, and frustrating, but I have been learning a lot!

[@huilengill5755]

You put so much effort and enthusiasm to the build as well as the explanations, I can tell it’s totally worth it. I love it! 💜

[@Martin-xr1mo]

The new floor Rocks !

[@marekzegarek359]

Linnea you are the best, only like 58.000 people know it's there (transition) 😂, but no-one else will see it. Kudos 👍

[@averagejo3347]

legit crying at Akela inside her new cute den!!

[@Linneaandakela]

haha she really loves it!

[@stephenkirchnavy2347]

I am impressed watching you work I had my own cabinet shop business for 30 years the years general contractor in California for the same amount of time and watching you work is very impressive good job

[@heatherhickman9116]

Hehe Puppy van life 🐕 . What a lovely little dogie home ❤

[@Linneaandakela]

Thank you! She sure does love it

[@dfanman1]

I love how your video show the human aspect of building the van and not everything works out as intended. Believe it or not I'm learning some do's and don'ts from you, excellent video Linnea keep them coming.

[@Linneaandakela]

Thank you so much! That is exactly what I am tryin to capture, it isn't always as easy and flawless and people make it look. Thank you for your support :)

[@ErikHeller-sg8sw]

Hi. I'm New to 'Your Build'. Been watching All Day. NICE, Good Show. For almost Four Months Now, I've watched 3-4 Different 'Builds', be it Van or Cargo Trailer. Have Been Learning So Much Thanks to people like you who are Loaded with Energy & Great Ideas. THX A BUNCH. (Me, I ordered a 7 x 12 x 7 tall Cargo Trailer. It takes 16 Weeks to be Delivered) Once Built Out for my needs, I will be able to go places that I Cannot go with my Reg. Trailer. Extreme Off-Road. Thanks to You & Other Clever 21st. Century Gypsy's, the World is Looking Good. I Also Live/Love & Travel with Bruzetta. My 170lbs. English Mastiff. I will give you 'Credit' for the Help I'm learning from you once my New Show is Up & Running on 'You Tube'. 👍🤗 Remain Safe.

[@jelenyte]

It is never a wasted space if it's for a doggy 😊

[@Linneaandakela]

So true!

[@k_blyth8803]

Your doing amazing & i love watching every step. Wise choice with the floor & it looks lovely...keep up the good work, sending love all the way from ENGLAND UK 🇬🇧 xxx

[@Linneaandakela]

Thank you for the support!!

[@deborahanderson5508]

Looks awesome! I love how much you love Akela. Great job.

[@Linneaandakela]

Thank you!

[@user-Lauriloveslife]

Linnea, you never cease to amaze me!! I love you and love your video's!!

[@Linneaandakela]

Thank you so much! :) I'm so glad!

[@CihaPet]

Akela's den is AWESOME! You knocked that one out of the park!

[@elizabethtaylor5247]

Omg I saw you on tik tok and said “I bet she has a ty☺️☺️☺️“ IM SO GLAD I LOOKED YOU UPP!!! this is really interesting I’m livening this🤍🩹🩹🤍

[@Linneaandakela]

Thank you so much!!

[@karaleigh_eva]

Watxhing your videos makes me so excited for the challenge of converting my van ~~~

[@brianmi40]

Designing and constructing is about creative solutions to problems. Great use of the two woods to save money!

[@jeffersterry11]

I love what your doing. I'm homeless and live with my sister. This is definitely something I'm interested in doing on a budget...just for being independent again... ant that's something important for someone that relies on someone else to stay alive....

[@kiwigab_]

🤔 The best yt channel

[@Linneaandakela]

Thank you so much :)

[@GARZIE06]

amazing! cant wait to see how you install the solar panels!

[@Linneaandakela]

Thank you!!

[@helenechouinard3473]

I'm a little late, but I can't stop watching your videos ! I juste discovered your channel. Wow, Akela is a lucky dog, you take such good care of her needs and she has such a good life with you (I watched a few videos of your adventures). What you do is very inspiring. I'm a little older than you (58 actually 😂), but wow, do I wish I can build my own van soon ! Watching you make me feel young again. I'm in Canada, (in Quebec actually), but I hope I can visit USA national parks not so far from now. Thanks for the videos, very informative and funny to watch.

[@kirkallgayer1643]

That dog is so lucky to have you God bless you and her

[@karlcostigan7633]

THANK YOU!! I was just ready to buy the vinyl stick tile you just pulled out!! Whew! Dodged that bullet!

[@averagejo3347]

i love the different floors for main/garage! I love how intuitive you are in coming up with solutions ❤️ also you’re the only channel i have notifications on for, that’s how much i love following this build! keep it up Linnea!

[@Linneaandakela]

Thank you so much!! Wow, I feel so special! haha

[@averagejo3347]

Linnea & Akela as you should queen!

[@Kolipoki]

YESSSS I WAS WAITING FIR ANOTHER VID

[@Linneaandakela]

haha you rock, thank you!

[@lyndiebright8508]

Just found you, first love the music and next you do the build alone! Then you find improvements and make them. I will learn much and save them for later.

[@OveBakken]

I've binge watched all your videos and you make vanlife look so damn easy, exciting and stress free. 🤩

[@maddifroiland4575]

Yay!! Floors look amazing!

[@Linneaandakela]

Thank you! I love them!

[@randall6890]

I like your dog cave. My dog Luna loves her kennel as well. So I’m building a similar kennel in my van.

[@Linneaandakela]

Yes! So important for them to have their space. :)

[@zap4980]

Love your new floors ❤️😍❤️😍❤️

[@Linneaandakela]

Thank you!! Me too!

[@doescellothingz]

I’m converting a 2017 Promaster and using the ReStore as a prime resource too! Your tutorials have been immensely welcome to someone that’s never wielded a hammer in her life

[@Sammy.Lotties.adventures]

Your so amazing. The coolest chick🤙 I love watching and learning from your videos. Thanks 🙏😘

[@Silent-Lucidity]

We bought a similar floor for our kitchen and took pictures of the bubbling. The manufacture gave us our money back.

[@danzbeard]

Awesome little dog cave for Akela!

[@EmilyKeeter]

I love that you built a little kennel for your dog!! It’s so cute ☺️ I’m building out a short bus right now and planning on doing something similar under my bed

[@brookethrash4642]

Anything else you add to your garage area you should put on a slide out thing (idk the proper name) from me watching other van conversions the slide out feature really seems to help when it comes to getting/finding stuff in your garage because of the limited space and you not being able to just look through all your items you will have in the garage easily.

[@jcardosa02]

bruh this is the cutest video lol your video which the electric set up made me cry and this one got my eyes watery 😂i love dogs and love when one has a great mom

[@Hunter357mag]

I love that you went with what was available-and the different colored flooring differentiates the spaces!

[@akas1ps114]

Just keep on pushing I’m am here to support you

[@johndubowsky3331]

It looks so great I can’t want to the it all finished

[@TristanTodd]

My wife and I are really enjoying your build series. We're just starting our PM 136 build and we're learning a lot from you. We especially enjoy your lighthearted spirt, love of woofers, and your willingness to learn from your mistakes. We are probably going to go with a marine-grade linoleum for our flooring, but thus far our build ideas match yours completely. BIG thanks for this build series!

[@Zjammie]

Ohshit, happy that I see this video now. Looking around into converting my own van and always thought vinyl would be cheaper and less of a hassle over laminate. Hearing you talk about how it held up and looking at the space inbetween the laminate I have now jotted down that laminate would be better. Thanks!

[@Linneaandakela]

So glad to help! I think that the vinyl sheet flooring is a great option too - just not the peel and stick!

[@michellestratford9753]

I'm changing out my van floor next week from the original 26 year old blue plush, to click together vinyl plank too! I've been watching your build really closely as I'm about to start the remodel. You've actually made me excited rather than dreading it. Thank you!💖🚙🇨🇦

[@francescaneale7244]

I have been watching all of your videos and I love seeing the process and everything slowly coming together! This van is going to look amazing, you got this!🤗🤩

[@mhelander]

New floor looks great! Both sides. Sorry for destroyed solar panel... Fortunately those aren't as expensive as other parts of the electrical system

[@Linneaandakela]

Thank you! Yes, what a bummer about the solar panel. But you are right. I would rather replace that than almost anything else!

[@DougNMarcum42]

so glad i found these vids while im doing a van build.Thank you.

[@Linneaandakela]

Of course, glad to help :)

[@johnbroystonjr23]

Hey Linnea & Akela!!! Too bad you had to pull all that vinyl up but you got better floors now. And the space for Akela looks great also. Thank you for sharing. 😎

[@Linneaandakela]

Yes, the flooring was quite the hassle but I am so grateful I made the change!

[@bryanmilsap919]

Hello, I really love watching your videos! They are so helpful as we are currently doing our van build. Where did you get your aluminum edge trim? Thanks!

[@Lynn-zx3th]

Sweet girl got rt in & laid down. She loves it!

[@andrewpeak1124]

Thanks. You just saved me making another mistake!!!

[@jeanmarie9641]

Once again..you’re a badass! I put that type of floor in my salon (with some assistance because I’m not quite as handy as you!) and I freaking love it. I have 2 50-60lb dogs and between them and everything else that goes on in my salon I can tell you, you’ll love that floor. It doesn’t scratch, no water damage..nothing, it’s so durable. Great choice!!! Ps. Luckiest dog ever ❤️ her kennel is perfect. Nice work!! 💪🏼👊🏼

[@Linneaandakela]

Thank you! That is so great to hear, I am really excited about it as well! And yes.. Akela is quite a lucky pup! You rock, thanks so much for your positivity and support!

[@jeanmarie9641]

I teared up when Akela walked right in and got cozy! Sweet pup ❤️ Thanks for sharing your journey! Me and my pups love watching 😊 🐾t

[@psychotalks3399]

I love this channle

[@Linneaandakela]

Thank you!

[@melh.3315]

I start watching your videos and really like your buildings!! But at 10:25 i totally see myself when i'm alone and try to have "6 hands" for helping me!! Keep going on!! And good idea to change your floor!!

[@UchihaGremory]

This videos are super helpful they motivated me to build my own van

[@benard.m]

We all love you

[@Linneaandakela]

aww thank you!

[@captainstevelondon2066]

Who sings that song "I don't know about that"?? I love it!

[@SawyerMartoglio]

I had a vinyl in my first vehicle home and yeah I wish I went with like a sheet vinyl or even like a finished plywood. I’m getting a van soon hopefully and I’m gonna do a finished ply / coin mat

[@Linneaandakela]

Nice!

[@totorishop]

Hi Linnea, Thank you for recording your journey. It’s inspirational as another solo female. I’ve also just started a van build. Where do you get all the tools from? Is it your own, borrowed or rented etc...?

[@mofoco3273]

Beauty,Braun,and Brains, your awesome keep goin.

[@moirasadventures3658]

" Just gotta use the noggen" got me LOLZ

[@maxusgintus8160]

OMG YOU WORE YOUR MASK ABOVE YOUR NOSE!

[@mojolookinboy34]

Hi how has the floor been now you have had it a while! Love your channel!!❤️

[@stanleytolle416]

Renting places has gotten impossible where I live. I guess maybe set up someplace under the van to stay while building.

[@RJGilman1967]

Love your videos, thank you thank you.

[@PhamVans]

Home Depot always likes to save the day eh? :)) Been having a tough time choosing a floor here myself but I saw this rubberized vinyl one (3 layers, vinyl top + rubber mid + underlayment) that seemed pretty good. I think vinyl is pretty durable in terms of wear compared to other floor choices. And in theory, the rubber mid section should slow down expanding and contracting between joints while the built in underlayment should prevent moisture with the subfloor. Wasn't the cheapest option there but probably the best floor type for a mobile home IMO.

[@Linneaandakela]

Hey! I did end up replacing my vinyl. I’m not sure how similar mine is to yours, but I did notice it expand and contract in the varying temperatures, as well as scratch very easily! I have another video out explaining this. I was able to find other flooring at the restore for about $15 that has been amazing. Hopefully you love your floor!

[@nicogeorge9723]

Nice

[@Linneaandakela]

Thank you :)

[@RV_There_Yet]

What hit the top solar panel that cracked it that bad? That’s unusual with the exception of hail.

[@ArchWayE]

I have been considering wood vs vinyl for my van build. Wood it is! Thanks for the vid update.

[@Linneaandakela]

Absolutely! Great choice👍🏼

[@jimmykimble2529]

As I’ve been watching your videos I can tell you are growing in your editing and sound mixing skills good job love the vids

[@Anna.Z.]

Great build! Well done.

[@patrickjobling8676]

Geewizzers mzz pilgrims ..im so glad ya ripped that stuff up .. hooray and a whole bunch of shy rocketts n stuff ..😁pip pips

[@simplymoises1816]

Where do you stay while you are building like where do you sleep

[@Linneaandakela]

I am still renting a place until I am done with the build!

[@simplymoises1816]

Linnea & Akela wheee dose your dog go

[@hellohumanity5558]

IM OBSESSED WITH THIS CHANNEL, sorry i didnt come to this channel earlier otherwise i could of told you about the peel and stick, i knew about it and i could of helped and saved you money :/ also the ads every 3 minutes are kinda annoying. Otherwise best of luck to you and Akela!! xx

[@Linneaandakela]

Yes I am still trying to figure out how to change those damn ads!! On my list for the week :) thank you for the feedback my friend!

[@Jay-yx5ur]

Hi i love you channel you are the best

[@Linneaandakela]

Thank you!

[@geniecats]

Wahhh....i was laughing so hard when you ripped and throw your vinyl floor because I did the same exact thing. I mean those vinyl were horrible. 🤣

[@d2mightydork649]

2:15 transition was pretty lit...as is your channel!

[@Linneaandakela]

Thank you so much!

[@officialpoa3171]

*You are so smart! Where did you find the fabric pouch for the pup bed?*

[@chasekey4947]

Awesome job! Where can I buy the rubber trim you screwed in on the floor edges & what is the size?

[@acleveland]

That’s what I want to know!

[@CleverBrideConsign]

I really like the editing transitions 👍👍 thanks for these videos too! They are the best I've seen💕

[@maxusgintus8160]

I follow you on tiktok. Love the vids!

[@elijahefg5503]

The stained wood on the left 5:49 is that just stained plywood? Looks great

[@kendrachartier585]

Hello Linnea & Akela! I am wondering how your new floor has held up in your travels?! I am hoping to do tongue and groove as well, but would appreciate some insight for it's durability and your "rating" of it, if that makes sense :) THANK YOU!

[@lamontjefferson1393]

You are DOPE! Great job 👏

[@benhutchings8047]

New viewer here, enjoying the content! Excited to start my van build for me and my Beagle Louie

[@Linneaandakela]

Welcome! Congrats on doing your own build, that is very exciting!

[@blahmcblah7994]

That transition at 2:13 tho

[@journeywithserenity5655]

Nooooo, I literally have vinyl flooring in my suv right now for my vintage RV I'm renovating.....also I just did a snap and click floor for my niece's bedroom and it was easy, but frustrating....ugh...what to do what to do....I don't want to change, but I'll be traveling in all temps and have a 100lb german shepherd....dang it!!!!

[@lilmissdaydreamer4741]

Just curious how's your flooring holding up in heat/cold? I just bought vinyl flooring and wonder if I made a mistake...🤔

[@journeywithserenity5655]

@@lilmissdaydreamer4741 so far so good and I’m in Texas in this heat wave

[@brittanydouglas3638]

I need your playlist.

[@jeffkarrow6924]

Did you glue your flooring down? I figured it should be since it will be in motion. I realized I would have to cut some pieces or I'd end up with an obvious seam at 4 feet. Once you start cutting the flooring it doesn't have the groove to lock into. You have to be creative to get the boards to look staggered. Also can't do precise cut with a table saw. The chop saw moves while the work is stationary giving a more precise cut.