Sunday, March 14, 2010

The Floorcovering

This post covers the floorcovering and some pics of thow the vehicle looks at the moment.  For all purposes it looks finished,  but of course it isn't.  There's still plenty to do.


Today I installed the vynil tiles on the floor.  What a difference this has made to the look of the motorhome.  I chose a colour which sort of matches the curtains.  I had seriously considered using a woodgrain vynil tile, but when I thought about it,  it would have been too much 'wood'.

I'm really pleased with the way it's all looking.  The tiles have a rich gloss and blend in really well.  They were $1.30 each at Bunnings which has a reasonable selection.  I think the tiles are supposed to look like ceramic tiles.



This above pic gives a good idea of how the floor looks now.  You can see how the tiles are lighter on the edges and give the impression of ceramic tiles.  I decided not to use carpet on the floor becuase it is really hard to keep clean when camping out.  With the vynil it is just a sweep out and a quick wash and it's back to new.  I will get a couple of mats for in front of the sink and where I have to step out of bed onto the floor.

The above view is from the cab and shows the floor, the table and the seats.  It is looking good I think and as I said earlier, looks finished,  but it's not.  I still have to make a drawer (you can see the opening in the kitchen cupboards), finish the shower, connect the 12V electrical and solar panels and of course the mains electrical, the gas and the flyscreens.  Still plenty to do.  Stay tuned.