How to Build a Floor in a Van + DIY Van Floor Insulation (Havelock Wool)| Van Build Series.
This week the van build gets real. We start our first major project on a beautiful day in Truckee, CA - the van subfloor build! With absolutely no carpentry skills, and after doing A LOT of research, we're quite happy with our result. The subfloor is rock solid and there’s no more “slip ‘n slide” action when we walk in the back.
Since we’ll be living in such a tiny space, we’re trying to keep our build as non-toxic as possible. We were able to accomplish this by selecting Havelock Wool Insulation as well as low / no VOC / non-toxic lumber, paints, and adhesives. Look below ⬇️ ⬇️ ⬇️ for links to the products we used.
▬ Tools and Supplies for this Project ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬
Note: As an Amazon Associate, as well as in partnerships with other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases.
Insulation:
Havelock Wool: https://bit.ly/3rHq4kE
Tools:
Impact Driver: https://amzn.to/2HHgVH5
Jigsaw: https://amzn.to/3jsVMP8
Jigsaw Blade Set: https://amzn.to/3n9t1sN
Circular Saw: https://amzn.to/3itSxoZ
Sander: https://amzn.to/2Sne6gB
Drill: https://amzn.to/3nmMFlo
Waterproofing and Mold/Mildew Prevention (low/no VOC):
Waterproofer: https://amzn.to/3l1wKXw
Mold/Mildew Prevention: https://amzn.to/2WtPdC1
Other Products:
Adhesive (for furring strips): https://amzn.to/3cUsMwU
Caulking Gun: https://amzn.to/30rqkt5
Birch Plywood: https://fave.co/3cVU9Hg
Hardboard: https://fave.co/3l7OyAf
Builder's Paper: https://fave.co/30v3jVU
Painter's Tape: https://amzn.to/34j9iOP
Clamps: https://amzn.to/33nEaOJ
▬ Contents of this video ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬
We broke the process down into 12 simple steps to build a van floor. If you want to jump ahead to a section, click on the timestamp(s) below:
0:00 Van Project List
3:41 Remove Tie Downs
6:38 Measure / Mark Furring Strips
7:52 Cut Furring Strips
8:44 Waterproof Furring Strips
9:45 Moldproof Furring Strips
11:36 Create Subfloor Template
17:56 Install Furring Strips
20:03 Test Hardboard Template
24:37 Cut Final Subfloor
27:26 Water and Mold Proof Subfloor
27:53 Install Insulation
30:37 Install Subfloor
▬ DISCLAIMER ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬
Please remember that this is our first van build (and our first van conversion window installation) and we're sharing our experience to provide a newbie's perspective. Please do your homework and conduct thorough research before starting your van build project.
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