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[@WillsWhereabouts]

It’s really starting to come to life with a new lick of paint and the curtains (which drove me mad installing). Currently on the way to Wales to get a piece of equipment installed that I can’t wait to share in videos coming up. Thanks for all your advice and tips on the van build, it massively helps. Make sure you’re following me on Instagram for live updates - @willswhereabouts 🤙🏼

[@TheHarrip]

Also mate don’t refer to it as a crack den 😂 I tell you from experience Some folk take jokes seriously. 👍 other than that crack on mate good job so far

[@mtchamberlin]

Underslung water tank?

[@stevepym1950]

Hey will. Have you a link for the curtains you installed Cheers. Love all the videos.

[@ashogmhn2302]

Handy tip if u ever need to remove the wall panels and need to find the screws just use a small magnet to locate the screw

[@carlacowling1789]

I was going to suggest that as well. 👍

[@ashogmhn2302]

@@carlacowling1789 old trick of the trade ay

[@richardheaton2607]

Im a carpenter/joiner of over 30 years by trade...... Your videos keep me so entertained...... Keep going keep learning i guarantee the sense of achievement you will get when it's all finished will outweigh the struggles 10 fold 👌

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thanks very much Richard. I sure hope you’re right hah

[@Dirt-Diggler]

You are probably the most honest van builder on YT 👍 Kudos too you chap 😎 As allways i enjoyed the vid 😁

[@OskarG]

0:50 another one in the background haha

[@El-Tel63-Terry.]

The simple fact you have completed some jobs on your own, mistakes and all, should make you proud Will. Its coming together, Well done mate 👍🏻

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Cheers Terry, it’s getting there

[@SideshowBob44]

0:50 "more magazines behind" one behind you as you said that :P

[@peterwentworth9181]

I like the light grey on the walls. Perhaps use the darker grey on the cabinet doors.

[@NursingNean]

Take ribbon, twine, whatever and tie the windows back. They look great! I'm glad you went with a lighter color for the walls. I LOVE that you mess it up and show us. Much more entertaining. For finger marks, spatters and dirt - you might not like the look but, I would consider sponge painting with about 3 similar colors of grey so that you get a lightly dappled effect. Also a semi-gloss paint if you don't have it already.

[@michaeljohnson1006]

If your kitchen units are chipboard, any edges that you had to cut to size, its a good idea to seal with a couple of coats some polyurethane varnish. To stop the chipboard expanding when it gets wet or damp in the winter.

[@playeroflife]

Take a pic of all the walls. This will give you an idea where all the screws are located. Then after you cover them and paint over you can go back with a magnet and locate them. Boom 💥 another great video.

[@Ben10twentytwo]

You can get tie backs for those curtains, they attach to the van behind the middle poppers. Keep up the good work mate!

[@russellnewton6660]

Will it’s like watching a mirror image of myself watching you,will 2 times, just like myself.

[@jemmacraftycurls6344]

You seem so much more light hearted. Its a joy to watch. What are you going to do with the space above the kitchenette window? Are you putting a little cupboard there? If its prone to touching and thus finger marks and your not putting a cubby there, consider a salt and pepper/ spice rack? Plant shelf? A nice bit of art... All of which will deter you from leaning and creating finger marks. Alternatively consider a Polyvine Dead Flat Acrylic Varnish or something? Ply absorbs moisture quite alot and what you don't want is swelling. Due to movement also consider marine building materials... sealants etc... no vehicle moves more than a boat hey and this would help with potential condensation.

[@leedelfuego1854]

The best bit for me was covering up Miss January’s knockers and saying she got you in trouble all whilst there were more knockers over your shoulder 🤣🤣🤣

[@JulesTravels-On]

You don't need all that fabric at the windows. Draw curtains closed and work out how much you can reduce. Remove excess fabric from two centre seams. Also use side poppers to fix curtain tie each side and will let in whole more light! If down west country way happy to show you what to do and also how to do upholstery/cushions properly! 🤗 You are so right about taking your time, but you are getting there!😎

[@oliverdots]

A nice acrylic eggshell paint is wash proof which is what you need. Especially being next to the cooker where you will get steam and oily smoke. We use it on our corridor walls at our infants school so it's well and truly tested! Great video and van looking amazing.

[@mindseyeimaging]

You have me in tears of laughter mate, im so pleased im not the only one who has so much frustration from building a van . Ive tinted windows AND the blackout curtains, now we can have our interior lights on and nothing can be seen from outside . Hopefully wel catch up for a brew somewhere in the future and compare notes. The times ive kicked my tools , thrown components sworn screamed and yelled is unbelievable so youre not on ypur own

[@JR90.]

While you were turning the dodgy calendar around, over your left shoulder (on the video) was another dodgy calendar 😂 bloody love this channel! The van is coming along nicely, can't wait to see the finished article. Keep up the great content Will.

[@waynes.1247]

@JR. HA...I noticed that as well...and just checked the comments to see if anyone else noticed the other calendar behind Will...you beat me to it

[@JR90.]

@@waynes.1247 - always keeping my eyes peeled 👀

[@WillsWhereabouts]

😂😂😂😂 you eyes go wandering

[@JR90.]

@@WillsWhereabouts 😂 indeed.

[@HonestWatchReviewsHWR]

Sorry to tell you this Will, but there's another calendar behind you at 0:50 😆

[@sparkleypegs8350]

I had to laugh when I saw the roller dripping with paint and I'm yelling "NO!" at the tv. Hahaha You did do a good job so well done. :)

[@nihalverma6362]

Cant wait for you to go stealth camping in this!

[@suffolkseries3319]

I had a hard day a work and was happy to get a notification that you had done an upload. Great watch while eating my spag bol!!

[@jocenelson7408]

L👀king Good! Suggestion ... "tie backs " for your curtain. It won't give you back 60 cm, but it can widen your window space. If you're ok w/a needle & thread sew the tie back onto the curtain. If not. You could even glue gun the tie back onto your curtain. Happy Adventures!

[@deena7185]

I would use the darker grey on the kitchen cupboards instead of sage

[@BB49.]

Good to see a mask being used for what’s its supposed to be for!

[@gibletthevan1694]

Lol you slid the side door open and I thought ‘😳 he’s turned into serial killer Dexter!’ With all the sheet plastic 😂

[@timgrossmann5898]

I have also learned by doing. It's not always perfect but there is a great deal of pride and satisfaction when you are done. the F bombs are important to release steam. Good job, you had me laughing out loud.

[@Whigu]

That looks more fast forward than timelapse :-D

[@keithmassey7782]

Suggestion. Use popper Tie backs for the curtains. One in the middle each side or 2 each side. That will pull in the middle section of curtain and give more window light.

[@itcheyballs2677]

Every day is a school day when your building a van keep going the end result is well worth it

[@bitminerbob6731]

I would totally extend the kitchen right up to the bed wall and then have a double seat next to the sliding door. This is how I did my van. Just a suggestion. :)

[@moe_1886]

Love the colour Will. Good choice. She's coming together Mate.

[@globalcarping4146]

Mate, love seeing your progress, however satin finish paint for your panels will be easier to keep clean as emulsion isn't cleanable. And your curtains only need enough material to cover half the window each side too much will result in less window as you're finding out. Keep going and enjoy it.

[@amunchasethesun]

Yep he can definitely cut them down a bit so they don't bunch up so much. Looking forward to Will with a sewing machine, should be a laugh 😁

[@keart65]

In the US we have flat, eggshell, satin, semi gloss and gloss finishes. Flat and eggshell will leave scuffs on the wall and is more difficult to clean. Satin is a great option for kitchens and baths because it is easier to keep clean. You just wipe them down.

[@thethreemusketeersvanlife]

Vans looking fabulous .....a tip for the fingermarks is dry bread just rub it over them they should lift off ...just a cheap sliced loaf will do 😁

[@stuartmays]

great vid mate,I'm glad I'm not the only one who lost the plot trying to fit the curtains

[@simonbirley4421]

If in the future you wanted to remove any of the panels, you could use a magnet to find the screws and then use a hot air gun to soften and dig out the wood filler.

[@maggiefletcherscuriouscelt4199]

Watching you has become great source of craic! As the mother of 3 kids might I suggest using a washable type paint for the next layer. Are you intending to use the sink and the drawers? And hook up the hob to propane? And have your fridge all in that current kitchen configuration? I’d love to see a drawing of how that’s going to work.

[@theserendipityjourney]

Will you can sort out your curtain issues with some tie back straps. If you make them/get them made from some black fabric to match your curtains you won't even notice them when the curtains are open. Make them as short as you can get away with so that they hold the curtains back as tight as possible. Put a press stud on the ends of the straps to close them around the curtains and use a press stud in the centre of each strap to fix it to the window frame. To tie them back to the max, you could put two tie back straps on each curtain, one at the top and one at the bottom. This way they would be held back from top to bottom giving you much more light.

[@deandog2764]

Use a magnet if you need to find filled n hidden screws 👍👍👌👌

[@usamaanjum5853]

For the window space you are losing behind the curtains, I suggest that you attach a velcro strap or a leather button strap on the edge to bundle up the curtains. One on top and one on bottom for both curtains should do the job

[@Jellooze]

i like the crackhous ascetics, the transparent blackout curtain in the front really adds to the atmosphere

[@bmoore3199]

I always say "work faster not smarter" lmao ..Loved the video man. Thank for the laughs !

[@jamiewhite8641]

Before I started my van I was convinced I was Greg Virgoe but it appears I more whereswill, who’d have thought!!😆

[@Boppa1260]

Pleased you chose that colour over the dark one, its really starting to look good.cheers will.👏

[@Henchman1977]

Re-the broken drill bits... Just use self-tapping screws next time. Van steel is pretty soft.

[@sherriemitchell3892]

Relax You are doing wonderful! I love the color you decided. Good luck on the rest of your build.

[@jongriffinphotography1369]

Loving colour on walls and curtains are great

[@WillsWhereabouts]

Thanks so much 😊

[@diwarburton5369]

Try using tie backs on your curtains Will. It will allow more light in.

[@SuperJoehealy]

Hi will great video trying to fit curtains 😂but will keeping it real like that is the best, you get for us the real feel of the job you are doing and the pain and determination of you trying your hardest to achieve.. well done it’s looking fantastic love new kitchen work top very trendy.. just a thought is it possible to use a kind of curtain tie backs on your new black our curtains to let in more light and a better view out .. try it may work!! Joe 🤘

[@FoxtheBear]

I've come to your channel from seeing you on Charlie & Laurens videos and have just binge watched a ton of yours. Really good content and you've gained a new subscriber!

[@everydaylife2022]

Enjoy watching mate , keep going and be safe

[@amandaboon137]

Your kitchen unit could go behind the drivers seat, just a 90 degree turn. Then you can sit to yor fab pull out table easily and even use the table for prep. A rotating passenger seat would still work when you have company. Good luck

[@andypalmer26]

Only just seen this video, I would have used decorators chalk to screw hols , can't wait to see van all done

[@Santosv708]

enjoy watching your vids cause you just make me laugh :) you also remind me of myself hahahah

[@shonda___]

I look forward to your videos. No matter what content u always make me laugh.

[@nomad9935]

Came over from your comment on Foresty's channel and 1:46 in and I'm lol and hooked!

[@leelendon1482]

Hi Will great videos, you make me laugh everytime. More like a reality series . As a marine upholsterer myself you could add some 25mm black or grey webbing tie backs to the curtains pulling the centre back and giving you more window. If you let me know the dimensions you need ill supply them to you foc. In a dark grey with the stainless screw in poppers to attach to . All the best Lee 👍

[@davekitchener9092]

Looks nice place . Litte adjustment on the van never stop 😀 happy travels 👍

[@rmil4531]

I can’t believe you are quite so unlucky😵‍💫🤣Thank goodness you are getting there😀🤩

[@senrusho]

you may be able to put some little clippy straps on the windows so that you can pull back that fabric a bit while the curtains are open you retain some more of your window.

[@andrewsgarage796]

Darn mate please bring back Miss January, I miss her already :) , good to see progress mate Best regards Andrew from Down under

[@joshgreenwood1704]

00:50 turning the calendar round just to have another one in the background 🤣

[@uptowndisco2]

get some black cloth tie backs for the curtains , tie the curtains back in the middle that will give you more window showing , that's what was in my last van .

[@jobertdeguzman66]

For complete blackout privacy use blackout material and Velcro it around the window(s).

[@johnallen148]

Hi Will the colour you painted the sides is just right ,I did love the green strip you had with the tape it look fantastic but something like it back it brakes the ceiling from the sides ,Will F F S slow up man think what you are doing then you won’t make so many mistakes m8 ,you are not taking any pride in what you do lol 😆 put some tie backs on the curtains to hold them back that way you will not lose so much light ok ,till next time take care keep safe enjoy your sister Birthday 🎉

[@refillsontheroad7511]

Oh mate, I have SO been there with the drill bits! I broke so many I had to buy myself a new full set at Christmas! 🤣

[@elleem8093]

I work for Toolstation and its constantly haunting me in the background of your van build videos 😂😂 vans looking great tho!!

[@baldvale5418]

Top video Will i always look forward to your Van update every week. I think that you are doing your van build the right way by doing it yourself because you are putting your soul into it & you will feel that every time that you go inside and use it, you will feel a huge pride knowing that you gave it your best shot. All the best.

[@Sue.242]

Will your a genius young man well done Daddy Neil and Mummy Emma be so proud of you xx

[@TheBlackgreyhound]

Get some tiebacks for the curtains to pull back to give more window when open

[@michaelmiller671]

Bless your handsome heart. Patience is your strong suit is it, lol? I can relate.

[@markdeedee]

Matt varnish over the top coat is your best bet to protect it

[@Dirt-Diggler]

When i started my amby build i bought 10 3mm drill bits 👍 last week i had to buy some more 😂😂 Even worse, I'm only 60% through the build 😭 B&Q love me though 😁

[@jon2xu]

Love your channel. I am glad you are still making videos.

[@Tslightning]

If you ever decide to do another van conversion tip for sanding open all doors side and rear doors and place a big fan by side door as you sand it will all be blown out the rear doors only leaving a small clean up job

[@Alivefrom45]

Curtains look good Will, just need some tiebacks on them. Really starting to take shape.

[@releasedakracken5175]

" I'm just gonna fill in these screw holes..." Nice

[@rjcleaver]

Wood filler isn't a mistake over screw holes, the screws are holding that part of the ply completely still, so it wouldn't crack any more than if it was inside of a house. I've used filler in my van, (not even wood filler, but lightweight quick dry stuff) and two years later, it's still fine (I've also been decorating professionally for seven years now, so that helped my knowledge base!). You'll actually probably find that the caulk/flexible filler will actually leave "crack" lines in the paint, where the paint reactivates the caulk a tiny amount before it dries. In both cases, all it takes is another fill/another coat of paint in the future, and you're all sorted.

[@keart65]

You can put a coat of polyurethane over the flat paint. Someone else recommended a satin finish on the paint, but if you can find water based polyurethane you can just paint it on over.

[@cocopufer5667]

I think you should hire an artist to paint i huge bad-ass dragon or wizard on the inside of that van like the wall above the kitchen would be DOPE

[@philwilliams23]

Can you not cut the curtains down so there's not such much excess when curtains open. If not, use some nice fabric and tie them in the middle when pulled back that will allow more light through. Looking good Will. Great perseverance mate. 👍 Funny when you kept loosing your drill bits 🤣 (I'm not the only who has disasters!)

[@mickjourneaux1798]

It's lookin good Will, the lighter grey looks spankin mate.

[@PK_Blinder]

I'm off if Miss January isn't here.... 🤭

[@WillsWhereabouts]

So am I

[@christinewood8331]

More hurry less speed lol Tip for curtains a bit of very thin leather or rope whichever colour you fancy tie in the middle of each curtain once opened to give u a bit more light loving this build as you learn

[@thedanieljojo]

As an aspiring van lifer that doesn't know shit about construction you are the biggest inspiration. The most realistic van build to follow along and learn from. Thank you will❤️🤙🏽

[@van-gabondramblinrose6398]

I knew you were going to go with a sage green!! The curtain install was HILARIOUS! 😆 I had the same problem with drill bits when I fitted mine, but they are excellent curtains. My dog has gradually destroyed them though, so it's a good job I have a couple of spares. Keep plugging away at it. You're doing a really nice job and it's going to look great when you're done. 😁

[@jasonphillips3865]

Stick at it mate. Man who makes no mistakes rarely makes anything 🧐

[@TheHarrip]

Man who makes many mistakes is kinda hilarious and you are immediately on his side

[@jasonphillips3865]

@@TheHarrip. 😆😆😆

[@fireflyrobert]

That would be me putting things on the wrong way round. PS I approve of the calendar....

[@grahamhunnable2143]

Love the work in progress Will. Kee up the excellent videos and 👍

[@London-Lad]

Lol, your frustration tho! Aww

[@Drive_Camp_Ride]

Wow, I'm shocked....I would've thought you would paint the inside Pink....Hahah!

[@owps663]

Mark down where the screws are on paper...a blue print of sorts with measurements from point a to point b marking where the screws are....if you ever need to remove something, just follow the blue print with a tape measure and mark where the screws are that you want to remove with a sharpy and your good to go....yes I always fill in the holes with wood putty.

[@chrisfogg8018]

Once you've done your final coat on the walls use something called decorators varnish. It's matt so you won't see it but protects the walls and makes them washable.

[@adyhoward5380]

Love watching your blogs fella, very entertaining.

[@martinlovatt3245]

Great videos. I thought it was just me that keeps snapping drill bits etc. Had to drill just one tiny hole last week while fitting a split charger. Drilled straight through the 8mm gas pipe. Its impossible to fix without removing everything. On the plus side the split charger works a treat. Keep em coming will. It makes me feel a little more normal knowing its not just me making mistakes every time I try to do a job. Martin.

[@georgebowling842]

Decorator's caulking - flexible, can be sanded/ painted and cheap.

[@solidsnake527gaming6]

If I could drive I would be proud to have a van like yours fantastic work my friend love it

[@miketaylor1916]

on the plus side William, the longer you take with the van, its making great viewing for people like myself!! Keep put the good work…

[@goody390]

Well that was so entertaining will top marks made me laugh but created were created is due your doing it yourself & I respect that as for the walls you could use vinal silk that wouldn't leave fingers prints & you can wipe it !