WEEK FORTY-THREE: Cabinet Hardware, Rear Bedroom Framing & More Paint
Upper Cabinet Hardware After installing the upper kitchen cabinets, it became quickly apparent that the weight of the hard wood doors would be problematic. They were just heavy enough to be inconvenient. I did some research and decided on these lid stays from Amazon. The reviews outlined that these worked for camper applications, so I gave them a shot. They're easy to install and the hardware easily interchanged for a range of applications (thin 1x framing in my case). Each l
WEEK FORTY-ONE & FORTY-TWO: Kitchen Cabinetry
Upper Kitchen Cabinet Cabinet puttied, sanded and painted. Doors installed and held closed with magnetic latch hardware. Kitchen Drawer Bank Base cabinet storage below stove to be maximized with three large drawers, 20" wide by 22" deep. One of three drawers constructed and installed with 22" side-mounted drawer slides. Wine Rack Last shelf built for the kitchen peninsula. 45 degree angle supports added for additional strength. An under counter wine glass rack is constructed
WEEK FORTY: Wheel Well Insulation, Rear Bed, Plumbing & Misc. Framing
Wheel Well Insulation The second wheel well (located below the refrigerator) had a bit less space for insulation than the one beneath the kitchenette. Until now I wasn't sure what to use but as I was browsing a local Habitat Restore I came across a roll of duct insulation. It's thin, self-adhesive and perfect for curved applications. I applied two layers and called it a day. Rear Bed Front face of the frame built. Wood slat frame interconnects to allow frame to slide back and
