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  • @latonyasaffor152
    @latonyasaffor152 3 ปีที่แล้ว +104

    I really appreciate your focus on affordability. Everyone cannot afford a $80k custom van build... thanks for this!

    • @freddyhardware840
      @freddyhardware840 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I've seen quotes for fit outs. Starting from $50k - $80k (Van not included) is just ridiculous. I want to live in a van to save 💰

    • @willn8664
      @willn8664 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      don't forget the expensive drone for those youtube videos to easily finesse the youngins.....

    • @deborahkimball-billups6405
      @deborahkimball-billups6405 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes awesome thanks 😊

    • @markbowman7420
      @markbowman7420 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It's hard to take a man seriously when he has a dangling ear ring.

    • @rogersmith5167
      @rogersmith5167 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@markbowman7420 They are spares for his..........

  • @jartotable
    @jartotable 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

    I don't understand why knickers in a drawer is disgusting. Where are we supposed to store them?

  • @Not_Sure_
    @Not_Sure_ 4 ปีที่แล้ว +143

    @4:10
    It's not garbage.
    I've had Ikea stuff for over 30 years. With multiple moves, and rearrangements, and still Works 100% fine, just like it was new.
    It all comes down to knowing how to put it together.
    Don't tell anyone but the secret is to read the directions and to follow the directions. It's not rocket 🚀 science.

    • @GwenMotoGirl
      @GwenMotoGirl 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Me, too! I bought an IKEA sofa in 2004 in the As Is section. Slipcovers mean it still looks new and it’s clean even though I have dogs, and the cushions and frame are still perfect.

    • @biggic2004
      @biggic2004 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I've had the same experience with furniture I bought about 30 years ago at ikea: its still there after moving 7-8 times. 😊 Unfortunately the newer stuff is a bit different. Some of it looks similar to the older designs, but they made it a bit "lighter" saving material and stability. Well, as it is with many new products anyway...- but useful for vanlife in this case... 😉

    • @irenahleb5781
      @irenahleb5781 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Exactly ..
      💗🎩💗
      me too

  • @Zooumberg
    @Zooumberg 3 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    The trouble with shopping in IKEA is you've retired by the time you've found your way out.
    Legend has it, this TH-camr is still looking for the exit.

    • @zrzrzrzrz
      @zrzrzrzrz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      theres a way out? ive been here for 38 years.

    • @catcauldron217
      @catcauldron217 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      😂😂😂

    • @catcauldron217
      @catcauldron217 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      This would make a great
      Twilight Zone episode 😂

    • @1sthawkfeathers547
      @1sthawkfeathers547 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@zrzrzrzrz do you WANT to be rescued ?? 😁🤗🤭

    • @JoyinFlorida
      @JoyinFlorida 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hahahahahahahaha. Effing IKEA and their arrows. It's a trap. 😜

  • @Venus-zw7pe
    @Venus-zw7pe 4 ปีที่แล้ว +476

    Would be awesome if ikea has a van life section😂💯

    • @micki777
      @micki777 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Jacqueline night great idea! 😝

    • @cathietonkin5577
      @cathietonkin5577 4 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      If they did, I’d start buying items now and put them away till I find my van!

    • @Venus-zw7pe
      @Venus-zw7pe 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Cathie Tonkin lol sammmee

    • @Venus-zw7pe
      @Venus-zw7pe 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      FocusFanatic lol quarantine got u buggin

    • @meme852369
      @meme852369 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      It kinda is depending on what van you get lol I took apart my dresser and used it in the van

  • @minimutt1408
    @minimutt1408 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Ikea usually has a "scratch and dent" section that includes partial parts of kits like doors, drawers, etc., for even cheaper. It's a good place to look if you're building/modifying from scratch.

    • @irenahleb5781
      @irenahleb5781 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      My favourite part of ikea
      💗🎩💗

  • @rj7790
    @rj7790 4 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    You might just have the best, most realistic videos on TH-cam for people looking to start out vanlife. Your videos help me so much

  • @patriciasporer3045
    @patriciasporer3045 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you so much for giving me purpose to my life at 60 single female in Oz. This video has given me so much to plan in but first work to get my van. Best wishes to you and your lovely lady. Cuddles to your pup. X

  • @tlembro
    @tlembro ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My husband and I want to do a build do bad! I had NEVER thought of IKEA….this is great! Thank you so much!

  • @averysmallcampervan
    @averysmallcampervan 4 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    great ideas, especially for people without woodworking skills/access to tools.

  • @CatPawCreations
    @CatPawCreations 4 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    I worked for IKEA in Gateshead UK for 10 years.
    I must have helped hundreds of people plan out their van builds with kitchen units. They're so versatile and low cost.
    The only problem I have now... other than not yet having a van.. is that I've seen so many different variations, layouts and features for alsorts of different sized vans..
    I just can't think which layout/van I prefer for myself.

  • @pieter1102
    @pieter1102 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    IKEA has always been full of stuff that can be used in alternative ways. Yes, most of it is particle board, but unlike many other manufacturers they are very open about that, plus they really test it to make sure it lasts. 45 Years ago, when I was furnishing my first place, I used tall upper kitchen cabinets to create a sideboard. Perfect height and depth, and designed to hold a shed load of stuff.

  • @grriot
    @grriot 4 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    I got that gate leg table 12 YEARS ago USED! It's been through more moves than I care to mention and a kid that's 7 now. When we rented an apartment we took one side of the table completely off and saved a bit of room. When we got a house, we put it back on. That table is rugged AF!

    • @peggywoods4327
      @peggywoods4327 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have one too, it's the only thing that would fit my kitchen and it provides more storage (that I needed) in those drawers

  • @trentalexander908
    @trentalexander908 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Chrome you really put a bigger impact on other people with your videos and who you are. Thank you for everything you do.

  • @realbudgiesmugglertwohatsb2611
    @realbudgiesmugglertwohatsb2611 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This post has the essence of custom build on a budget all wrapped up with style and practical knowledge great post .

  • @patriotabove
    @patriotabove 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I found your channel from watching van builds, but now I'm watching your vlogs. Youre more than than just a van man, man.

  • @michaelreilly8484
    @michaelreilly8484 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You convinced me - YOU ARE THE BEST! We raised five kids. When they were teens we bought a larger home and furnished almost the entire home from IKEA. That was 1994. Downsized and sold the house in 2015 and all the IKEA furniture for almost what we had paid for it. Now, we just bought a van and are building. Guess where the furniture is coming from? IKEA!

  • @shellylbarrett
    @shellylbarrett 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hey thanks ! The ikea peg board and the plastic hanging flower pots gave me the best idea for my craft supplies. And the folding table too. Much appreciated!

  • @patriciaburr4826
    @patriciaburr4826 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I temember Bob Wells doing a video on first vans. His use what you have really helped me. I'm going to start out with bedroom furniture that was my mom's...the kind they used to make that really lasted. I've got my dad's old army wooden foot locker I will incorporate in there so he's with me too. I'm not real handy with tools but have a few things I actually will have to build. Mine will be the insulation, walls and floors. Don't want propane or running water. Simple life. Small solar needs. Willget solar generator...maybe a jackery or 2😂😂😂. First stop is van itself and I'm saving for w yrs to get. Meantime...set my room up as if it is tje inside of my van. Helping me to downsize and simplify.

    • @mommahil4323
      @mommahil4323 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      That's a clever idea to help downsize figure out what you need and what works

    • @patriciaburr4826
      @patriciaburr4826 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@mommahil4323
      It does help. I've already started putting stuff in boxes for a yard sale. I'm doing it mainly to get used to doing stuff in the small area.

  • @augusteast6518
    @augusteast6518 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What my wife and I did for a kitchen in our van was we bought an IKEA play kitchen took out the sink and used a 12×9 baking pan we had to use a jig saw to cut the hole for the sink wider then just used regular sink plumbing for the grey water and bought a 12 dollar rechargeable pump for a water cooler jug and siliconed it to the kitchen then we replaced the fake stove top with an electric hot plate its perfect (and we just have a standard E-250)

  • @terijackson9530
    @terijackson9530 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I loved this. It was awesome of you to walk us thru IKEA and point out things that may not occur to someone who isn’t living Vanlife... yet.
    I love that you are always aware of where we may fall short because of lack of experience or knowledge. Thank you! Safe travels ❤️

  • @jimkoval8546
    @jimkoval8546 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have used bathroom vanities to make cabinets in several vans I have done over the years. Been playing/working with full size and minivans since the mid 1970's.

  • @Tomumaja
    @Tomumaja 4 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    First! I bought today a van for myself, it has earlier been an ambulance. 🚑 Thank you for being there and inspiring!
    ...And yes, I also went to Ikea today, cool coincidence.. 😀

    • @VANCITYVANLIFE
      @VANCITYVANLIFE  4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      OMGosh so exciting

    • @Tomumaja
      @Tomumaja 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@VANCITYVANLIFE
      Yeah, it is 😀
      Greetings all the way from Finland 🇫🇮

    • @VikingVanMan
      @VikingVanMan 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Tomumaja skål 🍺🍺🍺

    • @nomadicmomma2048
      @nomadicmomma2048 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Tomumaja CONGRATULATIONS I would love to see what you do with your new home. Maybe you can share a picture with us?

    • @grannieannie1371
      @grannieannie1371 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That is awesome, congratulations 🎉

  • @BrigitteGoodman
    @BrigitteGoodman 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thank you so much. Will post pics of my sprinter when finished with IKEA. The canvas will definitely live on my wall.

  • @donnabennett8276
    @donnabennett8276 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the trip outside the box.

  • @pcthayer
    @pcthayer 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Glad you put this video out to give people inspiration. People get overwhelmed with pre-made vans from places like Airstream for over $160K and say forget it. With ideas like this the van can look so
    individual to your own style and cost a fraction of one made by professionals. (I love that canvas artwork background idea....and the dining room fold up table too.)

  • @BeTheLightOfYourOwnLife
    @BeTheLightOfYourOwnLife 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    THIS IS BRILLIANT. IKEA Atlanta watch out 🤸🏼‍♀️🤸🏼‍♀️🤸🏼‍♀️

  • @tomjohnson9338
    @tomjohnson9338 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Martha "Chrome" Stewart - "It's a beautiful thing." HA!
    Looking at tiny houses I ALWAYS thought of that IKEA folding table. So useful.

  • @Jean-qn4fy
    @Jean-qn4fy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    "Gross ... Underwear." So, you grab it! 😂😂😂
    The thing about Ikea cabinetry is that it is light weight. The wood is adequate to do the job, but it is thinner than normal. Weight is an important factor for a nomad.

    • @bleak100
      @bleak100 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      can you explain why weight is important?

    • @shavannac2771
      @shavannac2771 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      For real. Like they were giving me middle school boy vibes, it's literally clean unused underwear. Does his gf not wear underwear? Immature.

    • @My-Channel_forever
      @My-Channel_forever 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@bleak100 , adding a lot of weight to your van build will impact gas mileage.

  • @Sunshine-qk1cs
    @Sunshine-qk1cs 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Chrome you are a gift to so many people. Thank you for taking me to the store. Great options. You Rock 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍 Hi Cruz 💖🐾🐾🐾

  • @vanessahenry7238
    @vanessahenry7238 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I never thought IKEA! I thought I would look at 'Dorm' items, for my first Van Build, but I am grateful that you did this video!

  • @chaundrabuchanan3960
    @chaundrabuchanan3960 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This video makes me hopeful that I can ACTUALLY do this van build and make it beautiful AND affordable

  • @PaulaGThespianQueen
    @PaulaGThespianQueen 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh my goodness I love this video such great ideas got my creative juices flowing and I have not even bought a van yet but I’m going to do the van life so I’m just watching videos and getting ideas and then once the Lord blesses me with the van then I can have some ideas already but IKEA is Gold mind of ideas! Thank you so much😉🤩😎

  • @freedomtrailamerica2981
    @freedomtrailamerica2981 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That folding table great for between back of passenger seat and side door. Fold up for food prep, too! Great ideas.

  • @nancyjohnson9013
    @nancyjohnson9013 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Kudos Chromeo on a job well done. Not to disregard your other videos because I like those too but this was great. I love your voice overs you have the perfect voice for it. Please give a big ole hug to Cruzie... he's the bomb (probably literally too - huh?)

  • @lilianaprina5991
    @lilianaprina5991 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazon and IKEA have become the essential for savings improvement. Smart ideas at a great price.

  • @heatherglen36
    @heatherglen36 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awesome video - thanks for that. And the great thing about Ikea here is that they have a "Free Wood" section outside the store. Help yourself to cabinets, doors, counter tops, frames, some of them damaged but usable. I got a couple of drawer fronts and turned them into cool picture frames.

  • @HISBestLifeCoach
    @HISBestLifeCoach 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Aw, what a Dad! I hope that adorable pup lasts through the day. I'll keep my fingers crossed!

  • @conniepritchardreinhardt9978
    @conniepritchardreinhardt9978 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I salvaged a shelf unit out of a cable guys, wook van. Took it apart. Painted it. Added some solid wood shelves for a counter top. It all ready had locking drawers! My boy friend thought i was crazy till he seen it finished.

  • @ninetyfaith8830
    @ninetyfaith8830 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love IkeA. It’s not only affordable,it’s modular design so it can expand forever. Light airy design, and also the store experience is unparalleled.

  • @nikitab4098
    @nikitab4098 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Cute! You make me giggle. So sweet you had that stuffed dog like your own fur baby ❤

  • @judysursely7511
    @judysursely7511 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We completely remodeled our kitchen several years ago from Ikea, we had the kitchen we wanted. Glass doors, pantry, drawers for dishes...great idea on a budget. I can see doing a van from Ikea'

  • @dianahollenbeck9986
    @dianahollenbeck9986 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I used IKEA kitchen cabinets for my van. My brother cut them down depth-wise and used a Kreg tool to assemble. The drawers on the reduced size came in at 14-1/2 " deep. I ❤ IKEA and my van.

    • @MySonsMother
      @MySonsMother 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wish I could see!

    • @dianahollenbeck9986
      @dianahollenbeck9986 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have a couple of pics if you want to send email.

    • @MySonsMother
      @MySonsMother 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mom@mysonsmother.com
      Thanks!

  • @sarahhunt7005
    @sarahhunt7005 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great video, loads of ideas there. Off to IKEA for a small unit to store my food & clothes in my car to camper conversion. Thanks for the inspiration x

  • @damonbennett6710
    @damonbennett6710 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I had that table in a 700 sq ft apartment when I was in the navy; we kept it for 13 years. The butcher block became my counter in my build. Really solid.

  • @quentindaniels7460
    @quentindaniels7460 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m heading there tomorrow. I don’t want to break out the saw and drill. Ironically, all I was doing when I woke up this morning was drawing out measurements for cutting, and then you made this video... love the irony!

  • @nomadmike2677
    @nomadmike2677 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Wow... those are some pretty awesome ideas, Chrome. Love the canvas idea for the walls.

  • @brandie8286
    @brandie8286 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Hey Chrome!!! I just realized I have been watching you on my TV, so I haven't been commenting...I hope you're getting the view count, because I haven't skipped one video..... still digging the content, and I love that Disco plush toy💖 yesterday's video, I must admit I teared up a bit, thinking about Disco💖 Hope you n Cruz are having a wonderful day!!!!

  • @kimberlyjeanne9456
    @kimberlyjeanne9456 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I think I will do this when I get my van to save money and then slowly change or replace/rebuild things as I go. Great idea!

  • @derinclark3485
    @derinclark3485 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Please show your simple spacious minimal everything you need very first van build when you were sitting in a park parked just wondering & wondering & wondering. I think that build is the absolute best.

  • @PaznThru56
    @PaznThru56 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thank you for the walk through Ikea. Love the voice over.

  • @karvast5726
    @karvast5726 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sure ! For cabinets,lights,decoration,storage boxes ikea is perfect

  • @jamescc2010
    @jamescc2010 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You might get me thinking to build one just for fun and travelling.

  • @bloochoob
    @bloochoob 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great stuff. My most important concern is the very base, the insulation and vapour barrier, safety and security, THEN I’ll ‘furnish’ it with moveable and removable stuff inside.

  • @cre8myreality216
    @cre8myreality216 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you soooooooo much. I actually was thinking about using Ikea stuff. This video confirms, YES you can use Ikea items and put your twist on it. Thanks again

  • @cherriemckinstry131
    @cherriemckinstry131 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I got my dose of happiness watching you..

  • @TalkingWithBob
    @TalkingWithBob 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just came across this video that canvas in the walls is what I am gonna do now what a great idea to live a view within a view

  • @nunyabusinessfriend
    @nunyabusinessfriend 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I LOVE the sentiment of this video. “You don’t have to live up to the hashtag”- beautifully spoken.

  • @petmom74
    @petmom74 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I purchased a kitchen with sink from Ikea for my van for a tad over $400! I love it!

  • @heidijongkindt1480
    @heidijongkindt1480 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    That drop leaf table has been on my wish list 4ever. Its perfect👍👍 for small kutchens..dann you now i want to go Christmas shopping at ikea 4 myself 😄😄💖💖💯

    • @kimberlyw.5712
      @kimberlyw.5712 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I love that table too! Norden is the name. I've been stalking it for so long..lol

    • @heidijongkindt1480
      @heidijongkindt1480 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@kimberlyw.5712 yupp same here. I been holding out hoping for a price drop, its a tad too much right now😄👊

    • @terijackson9530
      @terijackson9530 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I was the same way the first time I saw this table. I gotta get a van and then I’m definitely getting that table. 👍🏻👍🏻😂😂😂

  • @uperbee
    @uperbee 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Ikea here I come. Thank you

  • @christineseaborg4277
    @christineseaborg4277 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank YOU! That table was something I've been keeping my eye out for. Lots of great ideas!

  • @justkerry173
    @justkerry173 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm just planning my conversion and it will all be done on a strict budget. My favourite idea, from this video, is the canvasses for the wall. I might use my own images though as a reminder of where I've been. Memory walls! Thanks for the idea.

  • @martenedavee1724
    @martenedavee1724 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks Chrome for the incredible ideas with Ikea. Didn't know they had these great build accessories!

  • @dorisatkinson7259
    @dorisatkinson7259 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    My favorite IKEA item for my van is their Inner spring twin mattress. It’s less than 4 inches thick (really important for a micro camper). It stands up great to using it for both sitting and sleeping. (Over a year now). It is very easy to cut to size. It has small one inch diameter coils that are individual pocket wrapped, so you can easily cut between the coils without having to cut the coils themselves. I like a fairly firm mattress and foam just doesn’t standup to use for both a bench seat and a bed. Cost $99! I just glued a strip of foam along the cut edges before sewing covers. If you can’t find the twin size, they have a crib mattress that is the same construction. Get two (more expensive and a bit more work).

  • @zacharymarshall2175
    @zacharymarshall2175 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    You have a nice voice to listen to.

  • @jkelley431
    @jkelley431 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Dreaming and planning now. Thanks you so much for the great ideas. Love those canvases!

  • @debrahayes2572
    @debrahayes2572 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Tha is for taking me to IKEA, I've never been there. I will definitely go back. 👍😊

    • @randylee2189
      @randylee2189 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      😂 yea my first visit also

    • @mike330i
      @mike330i 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Never been to IKEA 😱😱😱

    • @randylee2189
      @randylee2189 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Michael Ng that’s correct I have never been inside of a IKEA store chrome post is my first time 😁

    • @MN2_Kevin_Hill_1970
      @MN2_Kevin_Hill_1970 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I've never been to IKEA and I really want to go

  • @josephjuno9555
    @josephjuno9555 ปีที่แล้ว

    I actually got most of my van build items at ALDI of all places! Even the Bed, mattresses furniture, lights ect! Aldi So many special "seasonal items" that are perfect for my van!

  • @danavent7341
    @danavent7341 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've been in my van for 3 months now and have so much ikea stuff from my old house. My kitchen/wardrobe is the Malm chest of drawers, I have the peg boards and bought a memory foam mattress from there, so easy to cut down to the right size.

  • @texasoutlook60
    @texasoutlook60 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    What an awesome video! Great tips! I don't have my van yet but I've pinned this to my Pinterest board! Thanks & Blessings
    ~Sidney

  • @wildernesslife6479
    @wildernesslife6479 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I did the red brick awhile back on my Van interior windows over the reflectix. It matches my interior & paint

  • @veevanvoom5863
    @veevanvoom5863 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    One thing to consider is if you live in a humid environment some of the furniture at IKEA uses press board and can swell. This is more true if you have propane in the van. Love the ideas and encouragement you always give us Chrome.

  • @cynthiabackman6174
    @cynthiabackman6174 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am starting out simple. Basically a bed...I will figure it out as I go.

  • @velvetsky7009
    @velvetsky7009 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This video got my creativity going for my future van build!! 💛💛 Thank you for making this video!!

  • @penny_willow
    @penny_willow 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love ikea and have thought about doing my van with items from IKEA so thanks for the inspiration.

  • @KA-pq3yz
    @KA-pq3yz 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yah,you’re right. Very good idea for starters and low budget options 👍

  • @lindahouston9331
    @lindahouston9331 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great idea for a video! Ikea would be a place to find inspiration for your van or tiny house! Thanks for posting this!

  • @brain2save
    @brain2save 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That was nice chrome...you are inspirational. Enjoyed watching your video...

  • @SOFISINTOWN
    @SOFISINTOWN 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I always love your enthusiasm Chrome!

  • @itzcryssie2732
    @itzcryssie2732 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love that store, they have great stuff. Thanks for sharing

  • @donnareiche2007
    @donnareiche2007 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I flipping LOVE IKEA

  • @nairbvel
    @nairbvel 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I worked at an IKEA store for about a year -- and remain in awe of what the design team could do. I still make a point of walking through the store at least a couple of times a year just to get ideas, and as I've begun looking into van life (at least part-time) some of their products have been popping up high on my list. :-)

  • @BrendaColcord
    @BrendaColcord 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I absolutely love your work and everything you do I wish I could afford to have a Van i'have one in the heartbeat

  • @jeanieirwin4747
    @jeanieirwin4747 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Haven't been in ikea,recently. Need to see it again. Mabry on a Sunday morning before they get busy. They always have lots of storage ideas and ways to save space.

  • @peggydwyer1932
    @peggydwyer1932 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    so I'm catching up, and watching some of your old vids. If I wasn't already dead inside, I would have fallen in love with you when you chucked that little stuffed puppy under the chin. Lovin' the journey dude.

  • @houseofcats6234
    @houseofcats6234 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was a very inspirational decorating video. Thanks!

  • @karimartin9441
    @karimartin9441 หลายเดือนก่อน

    All this is perfect! All I need is a van!!!!!

  • @organicartbylea300
    @organicartbylea300 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    love ikea used to get my furniture from there when l lived in England, was so excited when they opened a store here in Kansas City Missouri

  • @edwardhobbs3036
    @edwardhobbs3036 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    How ever awesome ideas for new builds and as you know our builds are always changing and evolving.

  • @InfiniteMindset99
    @InfiniteMindset99 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The gate leg is on my list. I love the sink and will take my canvas out of the frame. I enjoy IKEA in several states- thanks!

    • @secretariatgirl4249
      @secretariatgirl4249 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Be sure it is comfortable to sit at! I had a table with that style in the early 80's and got rid of it. I could be awkward to sit more than one person...

  • @rcsproject627
    @rcsproject627 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Great vid Chrome. Yes Ikea has great ideas at affordable prices. They just lack durability on their products especially certain products made with wood. I have to give it to them for creativity though.

  • @BlackDogDesigns
    @BlackDogDesigns 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fantastic video full of great ideas! Lots of great ideas for small storage spaces in small travel trailers with very limited space, such as ours😄

  • @blackrockbrewing5141
    @blackrockbrewing5141 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just spotted this, great idea. I need a van kitchen for my Econoline, I'll take a look at Ikea.

  • @mscampbell1242
    @mscampbell1242 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wall murals are great!!

  • @Celtic4Life9
    @Celtic4Life9 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Was in IKEA today, love the idea of customizing our van with these cool ideas...great video bud...Go Lions, Go Canucks

  • @carlyspencer5427
    @carlyspencer5427 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the awesome inspo and ideas Chrome! Got a cheap twin bed frame in the back of my Ford van and now thinking about drawers/cabinetry and more fun (and cheap) decorating ideas! ✨🙂🙃🙂✨

  • @randylee2189
    @randylee2189 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Wouldn’t be cool to make some Cruz stuffed animals with your logo 👍🏼 they would sell like crazy

    • @VANCITYVANLIFE
      @VANCITYVANLIFE  4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      The Murch company that I use has that option. It’s the upfront costs to get it done and stock a minimum product that is way out of my reach. I love the idea n wanna do it so bad. Maybe one day.

    • @offgridjack5779
      @offgridjack5779 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Maybe see if you can get those dogs you just bought wholesale or ? and tie a Weirdos Unite special handkerchief around his neck?? It looks just like Cruz.

  • @ivanrivera1102
    @ivanrivera1102 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great 💡 when the budget its low ikea products are the best options to customize the van

  • @robparla5513
    @robparla5513 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Needed to hear this! Thanks man. In the middle of a first build.