Saturday 8 October 2016

Stage One.



Stage one of the Caravan conversion is complete. It is now almost invisible from a distance. A few well positioned Leylandii, and the disappearance will be complete.

I chose a satin finish Charcoal Grey rather than Dark Green, and it looks OK.

On the front there were two missing windows which I've now replaced in a rather simplistic way. Next thing will be to attack the inside.


They'll need a couple of beds, a table, and some chairs. After that they can do what they like.

I may even lay some carpet. I want it to be simple, but 'reasonably' smart; so they can take some pride in it.
                                       



37 comments:

  1. Why didn't we hire you to remodel our tiny camper last summer before we spent 6 LONG months in it? All I did was white wash the interior. Can't wait to see the inside when you're done.

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    1. I've got to strip it first. I'm taking out the old sink, cooker, fridge, etc. It'll be very simple inside.

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  2. I think you're having some fun too! Love the skull and crossbones.

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    1. Of course, if it was only for them I probably wouldn't bother.

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  3. Lucky, lucky boys! What magical childhood memories they will have.

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    1. I shall build a fire-pit too; how many boys don't enjoy playing with fire!

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  4. Tidy job. Not sure about the carpet though.

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    1. It's just an old piece that has a mud-hiding pattern.

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  5. I can hear their whoops and yells right now when they see this. The scull and cross bones is a perfect last touch. You'll need to know a password to get in there!

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  6. Lovely - I think you need to embrace the inner camper that you never knew existed by testing it before the boys visit! x

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    1. I'm thinking it would have made a good small studio.

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  7. It looks fantastic. If I'm ever a granny and have the resources, I shall remember this and use it as inspiration. x

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    1. All kids need a den, and this just the job! I've just spoken to them in England and they're very excited.

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  8. Fantastic. I could easily spend the rest of my days in it.

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  9. That'll do me. Are you sure about planting leylandii - think twice :)

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    1. I've already bought them, they'll be a good ten feet back from the van.

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  10. Could enter it in Shed of the Year :-)

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    1. Would it qualify? Old Wreck Caravan of the Year perhaps!

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  11. Now that looks the perfect den for those who want to chill out, or get away from the adults!

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    1. It'll probably be used for secret iPad usage.

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  12. You really are the world's best Grandpa.

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  13. Your grandchildren are very, very lucky!

    It's grand that you are just making minimal improvements to the den, allowing the children to customize it as they wish.

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    1. I expect they'll decorate in their own particular way!

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  14. Brilliant idea, looks great!

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