U-Shape Convertible Bed | Ram ProMaster Van Build Series | Van Life | Solo Female Traveler

In this video I cover different bed styles, the pros and cons of a convertible bed compared to a fixed bed and take you through the process of making my bed area that also functions as a couch and table.

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Timecodes
0:00 - Intro
0:52 - Van Life Bed Designs
2:13 - Pros and Cons of a Convertible Bed and Fixed Bed
5:29 - Steps of Making a Convertible Bed
5:49 - Planning and Finalizing Measurements
7:27 - Wheel Well Boxes
13:27 - Center Boxes
14:40 - Piano Hinges
16:54 - Box Lids
19:19 - Lid Holes
21:28 - Securing the Lids to the Boxes
26:08 - How the U-Shape Convertible Bed Works
28:04 - Remaining Steps to Finish the Bed
29:40 - Closing

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Disclaimer: I am not a professional. This information is what I have gathered from my own research on the topic and is only intended for reference. Further research should be conducted for your specific project based on your needs. Please note, not everything you see online is the correct nor the only way to do something. Contact a professional if in doubt as following an incorrect procedure could lead to a dangerous and ineffective result.