Comfiest Van Bed! DIY Folding Sofa Bed Guide | Self Build Camper Van Conversion For Dummies Part 3
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- Comfiest Van Bed! DIY Folding Sofa Bed Guide | Self Build Camper Van Conversion For Dummies Part 3
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Next up in our camper van conversion series is to make our bed! We have decided on a sliding folding sofa bed design for our self build camper. This video is a beginners guide to how we made our DIY folding sofa bed, with diagrams and information to help you do one yourself. After adding our custom cut mattress foam to the bed frame we can now say that this is by far the most comfortable camper van bed we've ever had!
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‘Measure twice cut once’ is very old saying. I first heard that from my grandfather when I was about six years old and he had built me my first toolbox. I still have that toolbox and it’s over 60 years old now. And I still remember his advice. I have remembered it pleasantly when I avoided mistakes, and I have remembered it in a bittersweet fashion when I had forgotten it.
We are seeing a different side of Emma unlike any we've seen in earlier videos. That party girl in early vlogs is all grown up! 👍
Advice from Claire. Boats have mats to go under the mattress that promote ventilation and prevent mould, if you call a boating supply shop they will be able to advise you on what you need 😀 I love your channel and the design is great 👍
Great job! Emma, you seem to be a natural because you talk about your plan and execute it perfectly while, you know, just putting up the wall panels and floor with seemingly little effort. Well done!
😅 I did seem to brush over that bit eh? The floor was really quite easy.. the wall cladding took a bit more time and effort to get the right shape/sizes 😁
My favorite van build video yet. I loved the animation and Emma's detailed explanation of how the bed to sofa works. Plus Alex got a bird to occupy his time 🦚🦚🦚😃
Thanks so much George! The drawings did take a while to do 😂 but I didn't think I could explain it very well without them! The peacocks are so funny roaming the streets 🤣
Looks amazing! But you might want to put some carpet or something between the sliding section of the bed frame and the vinyl floor otherwise it'll tear the vinyl over time (a lesson I learned myself with storage boxes on my van)
I came across your channel just a few days back - because of my interest in van builds. Your videos are so engaging and real - I love the fact that dad is on hand to help you along! Emma you are a natural at presenting!
I love how your dad is never surprised that things work lol He's like yeah of course it's gonna work it was my design. Love your videos, only just found you so more to watch yet
Hello TravelBeans! I recently discovered your channel and I absolutely love it! Your enthusiasm, especially Emmas, is addictive and the way you have converted your van and your lives is joyous to watch. I have had a crappy couple of years through illness, covid and a scare with the big c, and your videos have made me smile and given me a sort of push to get on with life in general. Thank you!
That little “middle lifter” was brilliant!
I’ve only just started watching your channel since you started trying to buy a van. I’m very impressed with your attitude and non-preaching approach. Good luck on the rest of the build.
A angel on distinct.You are for sure a rare light begin shalow
A good bed design !! After the tragity with Frank , I had to go back and watch your happy van videos.
As a professional, (I have an O level in woodwork) I can appreciate the level of skill involved in this build. Really impressed.
Emma, you’re my new superhero
Great idea using the boxes to simulate the finished cabinet area.
I am so impressed right now.
Emma, you are so professional on camera and the wood skills are off the charts. 👌
im well impressed, im watching a lot of camper build vids at the moment and that is by far the best bed ive seen.
Wow thanks so much 😊🙏
Awesome work Emma (& Dad). What a clever idea for the bed frame. Great job to you all.
Thanks Paul!
Girl you are a hero!!!!!
Ps one tip,vans move so wise to consider the impact of this movement with ,design,fixings and bracing.I love that ya doing it.
Emma!! You are amazing when it comes to developing these units (ie ... bed) for you van, thus putting a lot of handymen to shame.
Awesome work! Very clever design - amazing what we can surprise ourselves and accomplish right?! When this project completes it will be time for a well earned Tipsy Beans episode!
This is serious work, my goodness. You are the best, especially Emma, this time. Keep up the good work, you're teaching us too
😃 Well done, the van is coming along nicely! We too have a full size mattress with memory foam, and are very comfortable in our home from home. We find a box filled with 6 or 8, 2 litre water bottles from the local supermarket, a practical way to carry and refill our water for daily use. It also means you have the option of topping up your water supply on a daily basis. I mention this only so you perhaps consider a storage area especially for water bottles 🙂
Love the bed design. Really well thought out, planned and executed......with Dad's help😉
Hi guys, I got hacked & have now got an old account up & running until I figure out how to get my old account back.. You look so happy Emma & what a fantastic Job you have done on the sofa. I for one think it's a great design for your van. Take care stay safe and looking forward to seeing your next van conversation video 🤗
WOW EMMA YOU ROCK!! We are so impressed! Great job it looks amazing! ~Cara 😊
Aw thank you!! 😊
Yes I am. Recently found the channel so doing a binge watch of previous vids. 🇦🇺
Great design, I would supplement the piano hinges with some 3 inch door hinges cut in on each end, for reinforcement; piano hinges can be easily damaged at the ends.
Presumably some sort of kitchenette will be fitted, and will have to be out of the way of the bed too. Be interested to see how you design and build the rest.
You did yourself proud Emma
Aw thank you! 😊🙏
Wow, Emma! I’m so impressed with all you’re doing. Cannot wait to see the finished product!
Love how exited you get Emma. I am loving your Van Build Tell Alex he is doing a good job filming what your doing. Take Care and Stay Safe
Great job, Emma & dad!) Every day the van is looking more promising!
Thank you! It blows my mind looking at photos from the beginning and how much has changed!
Great job Emma! ....uh, where is Alex? Oh yeah, birdwatching while Emma constructs their bed. Epic.
Highly impressed Emma. Looks very comfortable and a great use of space.
Thank you! Can't wait to test it out properly on our first trip!
@@TravelBeans It'll be awesome. I re built mine about 5 times lol. Happy now though.
Haha I'm sure ours will be the same!
That was super impressive. My mind reeled with the complexity of making this all work. Kudos.
Simple additions,Router out 2 hand holes in plywood base for pulling,fit drawer runners to pull out section of 4x2 that you pulled on(can get long draw runners) put wd40 on chopsaw!plenty more modifications you can do to make the bed slide easier...lovely job 😉
You make me happy just watching you guys! Great job Emma, that wasn't easy. claps from Argentina
Wow, amazing progress. I really like the bed design. I have one suggestion for you to consider which is cutting lots of circular holes (with a hole saw) in the bed base plywood to allow the mattress to breath. I think it might be worth doing. Keep up the amazing work.
Very impressive! Can’t wait to see more videos on the construction and then out on the road.
Emma, your buildings skills are impressive! 👏🏼
Learning by doing! 😅
You might have noticed a comprehensive training program in the background - courtesy of father.
Smart and cute as a button. You have inspired me to get more creative. Cant wait to see more of what you develop.
I like your design. Going to try my hand at it this weekend! I have been looking for something easy to build and convert from bed to seat & back again. Thanks for sharing!
Wow, such clear thinking and perfect execution. You are really gifted Emma. Thoroughly enjoyed your van build video. Alex can not be ignored. He has done such good photography. Take care.
Super couch to bed & back to couch!!
Emma that’s a genius idea! Congratulations 🎈🍾🎊🎉
This is so clever! Emma! You're amazing! Keep it up, I can't wait to see the end result.
Hi Emma nice to see the sofa come bed but one thing i want to advise you for yours benefits. Everytime when you slide internal wood to make bed or sofa your van carpet will get spoil by the wood. For that safety you should put a bearing slider between van base and wood so the carpet won't get spoil.
you're very creative, i have seen similar videos but you done that extra little bit. only thing i would say is felt may work a little better than carpet especially with the weight of the mattress. very impressive work
Beat bed design I’ve seen for a van
I have added some of the anti slip matting from pound shops to the ply on our bed hopefully giving some air pockets and to help it stay in place
Who knew basic engineering could be so entertaining 😃👍 love the bed design the extra space will be needed when it's pooring with rain in the UK. Less so impressive was that lackluster 'beans out' come on Emma give it some umph
😂 apologies for the subpar beans out
Dude, she's tired after all that work! 😆
Awesome job Emma! I really like your bed/sofa idea and the foam looks really comfy. The peacock wandering through reminded me of a place I use to live, the neighbors up the street had one and it use to just wander the neighborhood. Also had a neighbor with a pet turkey, he use to come peek in my front screen door and say hi. Good luck with the projects ahead, have a great week!
they are such funny animals aren't they.. sounds similar in that we have a pair that just wander around the neighbourhood 😂 thanks so much Adele
You are literally amazing. Your confidence in tackling this build just astounds me. Wish I had half of your determination😊
Aw thank you Paul 🙏 but don't let my camera energy fool you.. there have been plenty of days where I've doubted my ability to complete this build. But breaking it down into sections and having all the amazing support from Alex, my dad and you guys has really helped 😊 I think we're all capable of far more than we give ourselves credit for, yourself included
I'm trying to figure out the best way of getting a van, self build or pre built. Keep up the amazing work both of you.x
Awesome job! IF I get the van I am looking at, this is what I would do! Perfect timing Emma. Can you come help me too ? Hopefully I can find someone here in Texas to do the tweaks I will need. The bed goes east to west on the van I am looking at, I do believe that this will give me more space for me and the pup's, timing is everything!!! I pray I get it, I am in the USA, I need adventure and living the rest of my life instead of sitting here like I waiting to die. No no 67 year's young, perfect and epic!
Sounds like a wonderful plan Debbe! If our van was wide enough to fit a full bed in sideways, we definitely would have done - it would give so much extra room! Traveling the US in a campervan with your pup sounds like heaven! Enjoy and good luck with the project! 👍
Wow that's coming along so well 🤗Bet you can't wait for your first adventure!! 😁😊
So excited for that!
That's McGyver Emma ! You guys do a great job! It already looks like a real campervan!
Thanks so much! 😊🙏
Emma, you did AWESOME!!! We love your design! You make it look so easy... still doubt I could work the miracles you all are but nearly ready to take the leap and give it a go! Keep these coming! We cannot get enough of you TravelBeans!!! Love, love! 💙
Honestly.. if I can do it, you can! It's amazing how much we can achieve if we stop doubting ourselves 😊💛 you're more capable than you realise
awesome beans ....LOVE IT. Just cruising around on youtube trying to figure out my bed/couch design. I have found it. Thank you so much. x
I’ve just ordered a mattress for my camper the same as yours, I can’t wait to try it. Thanks for the £20 off 👍🏻
Love your bed it’s great how it goes into a sofa
Go, Emma!! Fantastic work. It must've given you such a boost to get the bed platform sorted. I see you've been on travels with the fabulous Aimee and Craig. Saving that vid for tonight so my OH can watch it too cos he adores them 😆 Am determined to get gim to watch you both as well but I don't want to overwhelm him with vanlife videos lol. He already reckons am going to do a runner one day!.
This is really british rock'n'roll!!!
Absolutely impressed Emma! You rocked that bed.
Looking Good. It’s coming a along niceIy I am liking ur Van conversation videos. Keep at it and the end result will be near 😊
What's happening to me I've gone from watching videos from the Philippines to van renovations thanks to you guys and I don't even own a van (or been to the Philippines come to think of it 😅)
It's awesome. You rock for taking on this challenge and kicking butt!
Very impressive Emma. Now you can make a trip to Norway ,when this corona is over,you will love it. Love your videos.
Brilliant bed and sofa.
Way to go Emma!!
Well done Lady. Great job! Oh yes, and by the way, great camera work !! Regards Michael
Excellent. Love the pop-up mechanism !
Quite familiar to a Murvi camper van we had. Bed and seat setup.We found using that middle space with the swivel seat as well gives a spacious feel.
The build illustrations and explanation gave me early 2000's Scrap Heap Challenge vibes, loved it!
😄 why thank you!
Fantastic design. Well done.
So awesome seeing you build the interior, Emma! I’m jealous of your skill, but also feel inspired if I were to ever want to do the same as y’all. Looking forward to future videos and whatever adventures y’all will have with the van.
Super comprehensive and helpful video! Thanks!
Is that your dad? What a legend! I subscribed especially cos of him,he rocks!!
Love the design. Can't wait to see it all finished.
Wow u have skills mrs travel beans! i am impressed!
Love this build so far. Well done!!
Very creative Emma. Top notch job. Congratulations. 😃👍🇨🇦
Thanks so much Dan!
Well done Emma, I love your bed/ sofa, Girl power 👍😉🇮🇪🍀
The bed design is interesting, Personally I would make something that could fold in n out that would give you some leg up room but keep the backboard in place most of the time if you have the room.
Thanks for the discount code will be emailing them as I need foam for the boat happy days thankyou and a nicely executed job! Spot on!
That's a great bed design guys. Love it.
Love how proud you are!! Well done!
😁
brilliant simple things please simple minds.
This is the style bed I think works best, but for the pushing it up, an industrial drawer slide would have worked really well and made moving the bed up and down easier. That's what I have used in my bed and it really is a great solution to this style bed.
Hello, do you have any video or photos of your bed and the industrial drawer slide ? I am very interested by your suggestion! Thanks by advance
Brilliant job Emma!
brilliant 'contraption' well done.
What an impressive design!
love how informative these vids are. Its amazing for people that are thinking off doing it thereselfs... Like me :)
Great work Emma the van is coming on nicely 👍
Double entry storage is also my favourite 😄
You are amazing, Emma - well done on a top job!
Another interesting video.🕵️♀️ Good job Emma!👩 It is fun watching you make the van of your dreams!🚍 Can't wait to see your videos when you travel in the van🚐🚐! Thanks for sharing your lives. Stay safe and have fun. 🧔
Thanks so much! We're very much looking forward to the day we can go off on our first big trip!
Very impressive👏👏👏 - such a talented lady.
that was helpful and great because i was confused about make my bed in vw t3 1981 named vafa camper , im rebuilding it and its in painting part
That all looks terrific! Great job!