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- čas přidán 14. 08. 2024
- We are a DIY family trying to build a better life. We like to share projects and regular life updates. Our goals are to create a happy home, live healthy, develop our life skills, and see where our life leads us.
Love the beds. They also make a great lounging area when stopped. They’re large enough to play board games on a rainy day. Great idea!
Yay!! Ashley with the safety glasses for the win!! I’m really enjoying this bus series! Can’t wait until you get to take your family for a bus getaway!!
Love the beds! My Dad used to put my brothers crib mattress in the back seat of his Buick back in 1967 and we drove to Cali one year and Florida the next. We were living in Chicago then. Worked out great for us three kids sleeping. No seatbelts needed then.
I'm always impressed with your thought process. I love the teamwork between you and Ashley.
Another milestone complete! ✔ 🙌
Ooo Ashley, if you slip climbing up into the top bunk, you will be impaled by that metal support strut. Yikes❗😲
It has a blue rubbery cap and should be okay, but we can always put some squishy thing over that strut or do something else if need be :)
@@diyfferent ahh, a rubber endcap is a good idea! 💡👌 😉
May I make a suggestion? Have the bed frame go down in the front rather than the back. That way you don't have to turn around once IN the bed, but also so you can use the underside from the back doors as a "garage"... a spare tire, hoses, a rolled up rug for out the front door for when it's muddy, transmission fluid, oil, radiator fluid, your extension cord, jumper cables, folding shovel, tool kit, fishing tackle box and poles, anything that's bulky (like thick blankets for snowy weather), raincoats, a tent, backpacks, and smaller things that you may or may not use but want "just in case" (tarps, a medicine kit, a sewing kit, tire hole plug kit, etc). It will also aid in getting OUT of the bed in the morning. Can't wait to see you on some trips! Grand Canyon maybe? Mount Rushmore?
Wow! What a great job utilizing all the space you have in the bus! I love the bunk beds and they look very comfortable, and safe. My only concern are those metal bars supporting the beds. As Ashley climbed up I notice that bar is exposed with the potential to injure, maybe while climbing around or when laying your head on a pillow that will be there. I'd cover them with some thick airy foam covers of some kind, similar to pool noodle but softer while still being dense.
I love Ashley’s smile. The beds are so slim and neat they’re great for the space. Maverick always brings a smile to my face. You two are entertaining and work great together. I always look forward to the next time.
Love the beds! I would put a cap of some kind over the metal tops so no one gets hurt on them. Bus is awesome!
Great job thus far! Love the shirt Ash, color looks good on you.... One of my favorite colors!!!
Thanks!
Such a tidy , trim , welcoming little house you’ve made yourselves . So exciting , and will add such a great dimension to your lives . Imagine the stories your children will tell as the years go by , and the great memories you’ll have .
Doug
I'm sure that you must have already thought about it,but in case you didn't, please don't forget to have a carbon monoxide alarm in your sleeping area. There have been a few times when we have used our travel trailer on cold , wet evenings with the doors and windows shut up tight. During the early morning hours the alarm went off.Once we opened the door and windows everything was fine. We just needed some fresh air.
The bus looks great.
Good point. Coincidentally, we just installed a smoke/carbon monoxide detector earlier today :) As for fresh air, we will have good ventilation that we'll be showing soon, to make sure we always have fresh air coming in for health and safety :)
Doug and Ashley those beds are so cool! I love the way they look! I can’t wait to see the curtains! Xoxo 😘
Doug, you must do a lot of planning! And measuring! My husband draws picture and measures and plans and then it doesn’t come together nicely! Very frustrating! You on the other hand have a talent and it all come together so nicely! Thank you for sharing!
Looking good Ashley and Doug. Beautiful workmanship 😊
The beds are AWESOME!! I’m pretty sure they’re Belle and Maverick approved! I would sleep like a baby in that bus, especially with a view to the ✨. Well done Doug and Ashley!🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻🇺🇸
Thank you :) 🇺🇸
@@diyfferent ❤️👍🏻
Okay, now I get it! I was having trouble picturing how you were going to get bunk beds back there. Very clever planning, as usual. Why should anyone doubt that you have it all figured out. Great job.
You can weigh the van at a scrap yard or truck stop. I think you and the family are going to have many adventures ahead of you. Whats nice about the bed frame, it can be used to haul any big pieces until you buy another family SUV. Belle and Maverick look pretty excited about the whole thing. Be nice to see you enjoying yourselves! Take care!
Great job Doug. I wish I were there to make curtains for your windows. I use a sewing machine. You need to put a white backing on the curtains, because if you don’t, the sun will fade them terribly.
Doug and Ashley, I'm getting more and more excited for you, every vid you post on your Oasis. I like what you mentioned about things being easy to change if you decide to. That is a big plus about your videos. You build and demo things that may work for us too. For those of us that have to pay someone to build things for us, it is wonderful to have your vids to show the builder, to give them a basic idea of what we are thinking we want and if it would work for us. Saves us time and money. I am very Grateful that you are both detail oriented thinkers. I have to mention how fortunate you are for having a young Artist and even younger Supervisor, lending fresh perspectives every day. Bus Loads of Love!
Just wanted to add an observation about the inclined bed choice. First, my apologies if someone already mentioned this as I have missed several videos, which is unusual because I watch most of them because you guys are artists and wizards with DIY! I've been a nurse many years and what comes to mind is a problem called pooling in lower extremities due to impeded blood return over the coarse of several hours. That can lead to problems over time. I have often seen doctors write orders for therapeutic inclines but the time frames often vary over shorter periods than a typical overnight of around 6-8 hours in the same position. Just a thought! Again, you folks are amazing!!
Mary, when watching Doug build their incline beds in the house, I was wondering if they would still enjoy them after some time. I think I mentioned that perhaps he could make it adjustable? Figured he could always adapt them to suit their needs later. As you expressed, they are Artists! : )
The beds look terrific. It’s very difficult for me to envision the size of the space.
Thanks for sharing measurements.
Hey Doug I think you should add a horizontal metal bed frame (similar to the ones you used) on the top where there are two sticking out, as a support to help you climb up and as a barrier so the mattress won't fall over while driving!
I am so proud of you guys!!
You did an incredible job!!
I can't wait to see you, Ashley and the kids go on so many adventures and enjoy every moment with each other!
"Every day is an opportunity to explore somewhere."
So cool that you are doing 2 queen bunk beds & inclined like your home beds! How unique & the boards look really good! I look forward to see the next steps! Wonderful job! Not surprised, but surprised! LOL. ❤️❤️🙏❤️❤️
Hi Doug & Ashley,the beds turned out so nice.I just love it all.👏👍 The kids must be so excited 😊
Hi, Looking good!!! Great minds make great things. I can't wait for your first video showing your first overnight adventure, somewhere other than the back yard!!! Hi Ashley, you were looking "sunny" in your pretty yellow top today!!! Cute clips of the kids too. They are so precious!!! Ya all take care, stay safe and healthy. Hugs n Love!!!
Unless you have plans for the strut, you may want to cut them down a bit at the head of the upper bunk. Or cover them with a cushion or something. I'm sure you guys noticed it and will fix it or have plans for it, just thought I would point it out just in case it's overlooked with all the work you guys have/do.
Looks great! Your bus used to have a heavy metal lift so weight now shouldn’t be too bad. Everything looks great!!!
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Doug might want to look at the bar sticking up on the right if someone slammed a head or body part down and the mattress compressed on it might be an issue love your work on all your projects just trying to help u rock
Yes, I was thinking a pool noodle might help cushion that bar.
@@maggieryan6988 great idea
I love the incline sleeping idea, so smart and probably a lot better for your health! You never cease to amaze me!!
Love the beds! As always great work! Belle looks so cute with the headband in her hair. She sure is a picture of you Ashley so beautiful!💕 Looking forward to the next video.
That seemed to be a fast, easy build! The hardest part looked like it was cutting all the metal to size! Looks like plenty of room for everyone to be comfortable and the hatch that opens will help with air circulation if you want or need it, too. Was concerned there were so many holes it would weaken the wood but it looks great and obviously is strong enough. Looks like Ashley is ready for that first trip!!! Happy for you. Technically, you could not see Maverick. You could see his finger. lol.
This is gonna be the bomb when you are done! Love the beds! Super great design!
The beds look great and solid 👌another job well done
I love what you guys are doing. Very nice and inspiring. I’m buying a van and going to us it to visit grandchild in TX . Not going to live in it. I just wanna pull over and sleep if I get tired.
Scooping the shavings is such a relaxing sound!
Wow Doug love the beds made me realize something about ventilation for the mattress on my own project thanks for that. And Ashley that shirt color looks so good on ya ! Can't wait for the next project. Later
Thanks so much!
Opening emergency hatch would let out hot air but some kind of screen would be nice after opened for bugs?? Can you run air conditioner with van off? Beds look great!
Nope, the bus has to be running to use this AC unit. Thanks!
Beautiful....can’t wait for your first camping adventure!😊❤️
Put Extractor fans above the beds as heat rises, and 4 of you breathing in a small space, need that.
Great job you guys, Doug you always deliver! Ashley put my area on the list...Myrtle Beach SC is waiting for you! 👍☀🏵
Thanks! Myrtle Beach! I went there when I was about 5 but I still remember a little bit from being there :) -Ashley
Our bed has an adjustable base so we sleep with it in an inclined position too. We love it! It's great for my heart, blood pressure, my husband's sleep apnea. We will never go back to flat sleeping again. Great job as always!
The bunk beds 🛌 are awesome 👌 , they look very comfortable! 😊👍💕💕💕
Until you'd built the beds, I just couldn't visualise them. It looks great. 🥰
Will you be saving the wood shavings for your toilet? The bus is looking really good, well done you two 😀👍
No, we'll be using fine sawdust for the toilet. :) Thanks!
Looks good! Cant wait for the first time out and about in it!
That looks right cozy...Great job. Thanks for sharing the build. Have a Blessed day.
I’ve had my bed on a 5inch incline for 2 1/2 yrs. I love it. ❤️👍
Cool! :)
Great beds !!! I wouldn’t have thought to have ventilation holes - but great idea 💡!!! ✅. How about some rubber bumpers on the top struts - to prevent getting scratched or hurt climbing in & out ??
They have blue rubbery caps on the tops which help :) Thank you!
I also sleep inclined n it works for me for many yrs im 73 yr old woman laying flat its what you said keep videos coming love them
Looks great. I would suggest some sort of padding on that post that is off-set-- I would end up hurting myself
The weight will be way less than seats and lifter...Awesome beds...nearly there ready for adventure x
Very cool! Those beds look nice and comfy. I’m excited to see how the curtains will turn out, I can’t sew either. 🤗
Buy some swimming noodles to slide over the top of the braces so you won't scrape your leg on it. Great job.
This conversion is going very well. Relieved you wore goggles and a mask when cutting.
nice job Doug....definitely like seeing Ashley involved in the build...living the dream😊
Looks like you have some good storage space under the bottom bunks, too. Maybe even room for one of those portable folding camping table/chair combos that you can slide in and out from the back door.
You can always put the kids out in a tent. Thats what we did with our boys. They loved it during the summer. They slept inside when there was bad weather.
Wow, I can't wait for the road trips. I hope you have a blast out and about in your newly remodeled van house.
Awesome design as always Mr Doug!!
I really like it! There’s nothing like making a space work better for your needs. We bought a new travel trailer. It fit our needs space wise, but there were a few things we changed because it made sense to us. I completely understand doing things that make sense individually or as a family😊
The beds came out fantastic!!
So excited for you all, beds looked comfy and bet Maverick and Belle cant wait to be in those beds on your first road trip I cant wait either !! lol
I think you are doing a great job. You’re so clever. You’re going to really enjoy this vehicle. Your children are adorable. Your daughter has not shown art work lately, I enjoy her art too. I always look forward to your videos. Hello to the whole family. 😁
Super cool! It's almost at the point where Belle can use the bus as a camper for her own backyard camping adventure!
You guys are awesome! Never have I seen such amazing designs!
Just something to think about . I know you can do it you have the skills. Maybe put some kind of latch on top bed so you can drop it down when driving and a place to set and play games when parked. Just a thought. God bless.
I've said it before, your family is frickin' cool. 😊. What a team you are!
They look awesome!!! Another great build!! Can't wait to watch the adventures to come! Hugs and love from Mississippi ❤
Very well done! I love what you make!
I agree on the inclined beds. I have slept on one for several years. Now a flat bed seems like my head is too low and it is a weird feeling. Bus looks great like all of your projects. You do things differently and I like to see what you come up with next.
Looks good! Are you worried about the height of the vertical supports matching the mattress height being a body injury issue?
Thanks! Not really, but if they turn out to be a problem we'll do something about it :)
It would be sooo cool to sleep in there! I would even do it while it was parked at home! Great job! The beds look very comfy!
Frankly I can’t imagine that anything you’ve added comes even close to the weight of that lift that you removed....am I right? I love how this project is coming along....absolutely love both of your creativity!
I found your channel months back. I'm a silent watcher but figured I would say great videos. I'm always excited to watch the next video. Awesome job yall. Cant wait to hear announcement of your first trip.
Thanks :)
I am not worried about your pole. I know you have already thought about it and will fix it or you wanted to build the beds first to see if it will really be a problem.
I love how happy and excited Ashley is about the bus. You all are going to have so much fun.
Considering how much weight you took out of the bus that metal for the beds are nothing. Looking great!
ASMR wood chips are Amazing
Looking good! We need your signature music track every other vid! You know the one! The zippy song! We miss it!
I think I would put rubber boots on the upper legs of the frame at the end of the mattresses they could cause injury when climbing onto the bed. Great looking beds well done. 👍
Using the metal was proably very smart, with the price of wood. We priced tounge & groove plywood flooring the other day & it looks like the flooring is going to have to wait until it comes back down. 60 something way out of our price range. We got 8 2×4's & that put a ghost white look on hubbies face at 100$ Its just kinda sicking for low income ppl. trying to make something outta nothing. Are old mobile home is way worse than what you started with & we aren't even close to being as skilled at building as you guys are & old doesn't help either.
You always come up with way beyond thinking outside the box. We woulda never even thought about ventilation holes.. Such a great idea. Amazing as always, with the metal & ventilation idea!
Looks awesome guys your doing a great job thanks for sharing with us stay safe and healthy my friends
Wow! I love it! You did great! I cant wait to see the bedding with curtains!
Looks amazing, I have really enjoyed watching this van update, you all are going to have so much fun going on little trips because now you will have a very nice place to sleep and hang out in. Thanks for sharing everything is really looking great. Sending love and hugs, bye for now.
Looks good, but I think I'd have inclined it the other way so the head is at the back of the bus, seems like that would make it easier to crawl in and out of bed. Also I'd either cut down those front supports or figure a way to thoroughly pad them. I can imagine knee, or other, damage as someone is climbing in/out of the top bunks... I'm sure you had something in mind for that.
You removed that HEAVY lift, and other stuff, my bet is the things you've added are still quite a bit lighter. It would have been interesting to have weighed the van as you bought it then again once your changes are done.
That was my thought. The chair ramp was a pretty heavy piece. Probably didn’t change the weight much with the beds, etc. very nice.
We originally wanted our heads at the other end, but that would put our faces too close to the AC unit, so we just had to do it this way, plus with the the wheel-well it would make that end even higher and closer to the AC unit. Yea, that would have been cool to weigh it initially and then weigh it again at the end :)
@@diyfferent Check the registration - it usually shows the vehicle weight. You'd have to figure out where the nearest weigh station is for the modified weight. Would be interesting to see the 'DIYfference' though!
Awesome job! I recently had to cut a bunch those struts and some other metal. Used a Diablo Demon blade on my circular saw. Amazed it cut clean and as easy as cutting wood.
almost time to test the Oasis out! So cool!!!
The beds look great, plenty of room to stretch out. Plus, all the extra room you found yesterday.
Haven't commented in a while, but have been watching. The bus is looking great y'all. Keep up the good work.
Thanks a bunch :)
I really like the bunk beds -- hadn't even thought of that. Great idea!
Did you consider having the seats face each other and a table in the middle?
Yea, but for a couple reasons it can't be done. One reason is the side support rails that the chairs bolt to don't extend far enough.
Awesome build. Definitely something to be proud of. Later
Y’all always impress me. And y’all keep surprising! Great job 👍
Might wanna do something with those 2 poles sticking up on the top bunk...could be a bad accident waiting to happen...
I have them there for a reason, but if they become an issue we can cut them lower.
I love it a great getaway bus I think the only thing I would of done is put one set of the chairs and turn them around and put a table in the middle for eating and playing games on ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Very cool, I've enjoyed watching the progression. God bless you all.
Really great you guys! 💖 The holes are a great idea for the bed boards. Please mention again what oil you use. Do you thin it? I think Bel should paint the toilet seat with palm trees and birds to go with the oasis theme.
For this we just used shellac which doesn't get thinned. Thanks!
Wow that looks amazing. I only have one concern and that is the tall metal pieces that stick up on the top bunks I noticed when Ashley got up the mattress sinks down and she could get accidentally hurt or you could with that metal piece it probably needs some type of padding over it or maybe you’ve already taken that into consideration.
It's going to be so much fun . Will you be making a cargo box or two for your tools and accessories to go up on roof? Maybe you will go visit Grumpy. And whip Jeff's little cabin into shape. 😁
No plans to build anything for the roof :)
@@diyfferent Rats!!😊
The trailor! Aha!