DIY Murphy Bed in a Mini Van | Nissan NV200 Camper Conversion
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Hey everyone! I’m Nate. I live the van life full time out of a Honda Element custom camper conversion. In this video I build a Murphy Bed for my new Nissan NV200 camper. Please like, subscribe, and feel free to ask any questions below!
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@SUVRVing 5 жыл бұрын
Great idea to use the seat swivel mounts. Nothing quite like making something from scratch to perfectly fit your needs!
@manonthestreetdotcom 5 жыл бұрын
agreed...using the swivel mounts was great
@MrQbenDanny 5 жыл бұрын
BRAVO!!!! You're going to start a trend with this design, it's terrific.
@acecagle13 5 жыл бұрын
Hinged legs could be added to the underside of the bed, giving you back your open floor space. Also, the piano hinge table is a great idea. Having fun following along.
@ramblingrose7375 5 жыл бұрын
Swivel mounts are key to that Murphy bed such a great idea and the comfort and space you gain! You are gonna love that new NV home. Can't wait to see what you do next.
@gypsyjudy3521 5 жыл бұрын
Have you thought about putting a table (12-14 inches deep) using a piano hinge under the Murphy bed? It could be folded back against the wall art you mentioned when you use the bed. You could have a chair on wheels and move back and forth between that table and your kitchen area very easily. Murphy bed installation looks good by the way!
@calveryc1 5 жыл бұрын
I came here to suggest the same thing
@shawl777 5 жыл бұрын
I was going to suggest this too!
@ALYDAVIDSON1 5 жыл бұрын
also you could attach the bed legs on hinges to the bottom of murphy base leaving you floor clear 🤔
@calveryc1 5 жыл бұрын
Id use a piano hinge to attach the table to the bottom side of the bed and then either a chain for support or support post coming from the bottom of the bed to the bottom of the table. That would keep the floor clear.
@jumpinjohn54 5 жыл бұрын
I was thinking that too. Murphy Desk on Murphy Bed! :)
@noras.5355 5 жыл бұрын
Great job,Natl. there was a young man, about 2-3 years ago, who built a Murphy bed in his ford van. It was brilliant! when he lifted it up, there was his closet. Awesome! Hope you have the same fortune!
@Soxandnicole 5 жыл бұрын
I thought that's what you had in mind when you mentioned an unconventional bed on your last video. That is brilliant. And the table under it is perfect. Way to go Nate!
@carolyndodd7532 5 жыл бұрын
Lagun table arm and apparatus is all the rage right now in RVs...move around and functional with smaller table top area. For the table top you have, I would consider hinging it off of the bottom of the murphy bed, then have flip down support legs. Fun stuff to fiddle with and try out.
@PS_on_youtube 5 жыл бұрын
That's the EXACT same problem I have sometimes with step-by-step DIY videos... I say one thing, and I do another... lol Making progress, looks good!
@cibablea 3 жыл бұрын
Nicely done! You solved our bed!
@garrycole9187 5 жыл бұрын
You truly are a minimalist.
@JackieL7474 5 жыл бұрын
I'm happy about the sun being out too! In my town with the amount of rain we've had, I hope no one mentions the word "drought" for a while. Here in California.
@amandanicole3999 5 жыл бұрын
I don't blame you! I've heard about the rain in California
@JackieL7474 5 жыл бұрын
@Milk2Percent feels like 14 years here. The sun is out now!
@joelincolnlincoln6315 5 жыл бұрын
Rain the past month in San Diego, and two winter's ago has been actually worse than anything I've seen in 40 years in NYC or Florida. Part of the problem is it ruins the ocean for 4 days every time it rains in california. essentially the whole winter has been ruined. It actually hailed alot two days ago, in gaslamp San Diego
@johnr8439 5 жыл бұрын
Murphy bed is a great idea. Love the seat swivel mounts. Good job!
@theshadow7205 5 жыл бұрын
I think as time goes on your going to need more support latching that murphy securely to the wall with all its weight shifting while you drive. I'd think about adding one more latch behind your driver seat so your secured on both sides of the bed platform. If you ever have to nail the brakes at 65 mph or so you'll be happy you did so. Great ideas so far. Good luck!
@nickburrows3844 2 ай бұрын
Dude that Murphy bed design is great! I’m going to use it!
@bearallb 5 жыл бұрын
You could have used a piano hinge for your table that folds up on your Murphy bed with folding legs for supports
@swansonmel 5 жыл бұрын
I was ready to order high-priced Murphybed hardware when I came across your simple solution. Thanks! I'm on my way to coping your MurphyBed.
@ALYDAVIDSON1 5 жыл бұрын
Hi Nate can I make a suggestion, I would attach the bed legs on hinges to the bottom of the bed so the floor stays clear and when you fold down the bed the legs will fold out automatically, you could also attach your bench to the bottom of bed base on hinges which could also fold out 🤔
@grantar7790 5 жыл бұрын
Love the Murphy bed idea Nate, such a simple action. You'll definitely get a lot of good night's sleep from here on in.
@EKEACRES 5 жыл бұрын
I build Teardrop Campers without the chuck Kitchen (Waste of space). I built my full size bed on a 3 piece elevated bed riser to have storage underneath. The door is on the back, so with 3 hinged panels under the tri-fold mattress, I can push the bed from the back door, towards the front to convert the bed into a sitting couch. That is what you should have done, so your bed goes into a couch towards the back of the Van, which would free up all the rest of the Van space. It's simple and efficient for both Day & Night use.
@promotolife3783 5 жыл бұрын
I thought you were going to use the outer bed support as a bench for your table. If you attached the table top to the bottom of the bed you could just fold it down when you needed it. No pole required. Put a removable cushion on the support. Viola! Like a picnic table. That’s a nice setup Nate. Excellent job!
@GEAUXFRUGAL 5 жыл бұрын
If you hinged the table from the bed you could adjust for the angle of the streets by hooking certain Link in support chain thus your table will be level and you can set a drink on it , food will not leak off your plate. You can make that table not as wide but longer allowing same amount of area but space off to your left and right with the chair facing the bed stowed. Another thing to do is to get a hammock recliner hanging from the roof. You have a good strong roof . Hanging recliner levels itself is the solution to street angle.
@pmiller9203 2 жыл бұрын
We made your bed! Two middle aged women. Needed a single bed for a tiny cabin. Your video was the most straightforward. Only difference was we made boxes for supports when the bed is down so they could double as storage. I have slept on it and it was very sturdy, comfy and easy to put up and down! THANK YOU for sharing such a easy to make, great idea!
@rascal 5 жыл бұрын
Nate is great. Whew-stun. Whose ton. Yeah, baby. Looking forward to pop top. I saw an Element here with a pop top, was so cool I couldn't stop following it until they drove into their driveway. Love pop tops. Nate is great.
@manonthestreetdotcom 5 жыл бұрын
wow... great design and great storytelling. I love the NV200 platform for this use and will be paying close attention.
@cinnamon--girl 5 жыл бұрын
Love your bed! Enjoy!!
@jamespasifull 3 ай бұрын
A couple of hinged legs, on the upper corners of the bed base/wall, would give you the support you need, without having a loose frame 'support' on the floor! I believe a lot of house-based Murphy beds use them! 😃
@jonathanhansen3709 5 жыл бұрын
Very ingenious design for what you want to do with your van. Love watching van builds because everybody’s priorities are different and I enjoy seeing their solutions to them.
@etentertainment4157 5 жыл бұрын
The table can fold out from the murphy bed when in upright position. Just add a few hinges to a slab of wood, and then 2 little chains on either side to keep it held up from the front of the table to the top of murphy bed
@TheDanVan 5 жыл бұрын
Very nice bed configuration! Smart!
@MotoM1234 Жыл бұрын
Genius using swivel seats for the Murphy
@teinalucas598 5 жыл бұрын
Bravo! This is just what I have been looking for. I'm not a woodworker, architect, or owner of amazing tools. Thanks for such a practical solution for a MB in a small van!!
@fpl_bailey 5 жыл бұрын
Huge fan of the intro
@lovingatlanta 5 жыл бұрын
👍😍I love the Murphy bed idea and what you’re doing with the van build. Thanks for sharing. 💞
@Vantasticviews2 5 жыл бұрын
Looking fantastic! Very happy for you✌🏼
@lostinpark4782 5 жыл бұрын
i am looking at getting a van in the next few months, i like the process watching your van take shape. cant wait to see the finished project
@MiyashionDIY 2 жыл бұрын
I'm making a camper with NV200 now. It was very helpful. Thank you.
@DAZSAVENTURESINWONDERLAND 3 жыл бұрын
wouldn't have thought of using cheap seat swivel bases for the bed , gives me a few ideas for my own build
@neoncatfish4038 5 жыл бұрын
One thing you may find as a problem, is the noise that the hook that holds the bed up makes as you drive. But if it has enough pressure keeping it pushed to one side it may not rattle as much. Great job on the bed.
@Chrisb8s 5 жыл бұрын
wow, that bed shows just how big/small the env 200 really is. It would be cool if you could flip the passenger seat around and use that for your office set up. it's a big space and nice chair that is wasted a little
@onthursdays 3 жыл бұрын
YES FINALLY! Ive been looking for someone who is making a Murphy bed in a mini van!!! 😍
@davidmurling4252 5 жыл бұрын
Looks like it's coming along nicely.
@nancylagoyda5337 5 жыл бұрын
What a great design! Looks very comfortable!
@shanealvarado7191 5 жыл бұрын
Yeag when i upgraded to a twin size memory foam mattress from a little 24 inch wide 3 inch thick "pad" i was so happy. I sleep so much better now
@Billyboy4209 5 жыл бұрын
The seat idea is awesome!
@ElwoodAndersonNV 5 жыл бұрын
Great idea to use the chair swivels for the Murphy bed!
@AO-sz5ci 5 жыл бұрын
YES! Good job 👏🏼 I want a Murphy bed in my van as well & I have 2 extra swivel seats 😊
@AdventuresWithRosy 5 жыл бұрын
Outstanding job Nate. A well thought out and executed plan!! Good use of the space
@patm5483 5 жыл бұрын
Very ingenious with the seat swivels for the bed
@105cathy 5 жыл бұрын
Nate, you are so clever! Thanks for sharing.
@iugoeswest 5 жыл бұрын
Life is like building the bed. Trial and error but push thru and it will be awesome
@oldcrow6990 5 жыл бұрын
Making some fun and progress there!!!! I saw an element like yours yesterday in a parking lot. Sheesh we had 9" snow again Tue. Congrats on your new living space, you'll sleep like a baby!
@willtoexplore1773 5 жыл бұрын
Very nice. Good job!
@KatyInNH 5 жыл бұрын
Hi Nate There is a thing called a porta leggs that was used in the past with the pole before the Lagun became popular. They can be found on eBay.The fold up really small. That way you can set up the table inside or out, and move it around. You can also take it outside easily! One of these came in my 2006 camper and they were also used in boats I also have a couple of different lengths and use one for a coffee table outside! Also let’s me take the table outside and cook😀
@brandyag 5 жыл бұрын
Looks great!
@maretaafaese8742 5 жыл бұрын
Looks really good can’t wait to see the pop up roof
@mazdis9724 5 жыл бұрын
This looks so much more livable than your previous setup in the Element, although you made it work for a very long time. And I'm definitely going to borrow your Murphy bed design for an idea I'm currently working on!
@patricknesbitt9208 5 жыл бұрын
Looks good
@RonInAVan 5 жыл бұрын
Love that bed idea, looks like the same mattress I had in my van. You will love the mattress. Great video!!
@graceiovine3080 5 жыл бұрын
Nice mattress indeed! What brand is it?
@cluebug 5 жыл бұрын
Wow! I love that! Great job!
@raysills 5 жыл бұрын
Nicely done, Nate!
@davemenard5089 5 жыл бұрын
Great bed system. Do a hinged desk top that folds of the bottom? Your bed set up in the element was insane. You should name her "Ellie" in honor of your 1st love.
@ElementLife 5 жыл бұрын
I was thinking that for the NV! I think I might need to get to know her a bit better though before deciding on a name. The problem with hinging the table to the bottom is that it will have to be quite short in order to not disrupt the bed folding process. I'm trying to go for the largest table I can. My laptop is pretty big and takes up a lot of space when I'm editing.
@taradead 5 жыл бұрын
...or name it "Murphy"(?)
@carolyndodd7532 5 жыл бұрын
Fun stuff. The build is always the fun part to me.
@jenna6256 5 жыл бұрын
You could also do a murphy desk on the backside of your bed. I've seen them and they are great for small spaces. Hope you don't have problems with the 2x6 at the rear that is standing on end. Hope you are sleeping better !!
@catdaddy2899 5 жыл бұрын
Very nicely done my friend. Can't wait to see the next thing you add to your van build 😎👌 thanks for sharing and safe travels. WEIRDOS UNITE ✌️ 😎
@markconger8049 5 жыл бұрын
The Nate NV bed. Love it! When you get the pop top installed I think it will take on a whole new feel.
@bkf3857 3 жыл бұрын
I enjoyed watching your video! Murphy bed is a brilliant idea! Good job!
@predator6707 5 жыл бұрын
All I can say about that Nate is well that is awesome I think it’will be easier and much better for you can’t wait to see your next video have a great week
@rmacster 5 жыл бұрын
I put a full size murphy bed in my cargo trailer. I used a piano hinge. The bed is a little heavy but it all works well.
@patriciaburr4826 5 жыл бұрын
Neat bed. I'm saving this one for future reference for when I get my van. Could be quite useful. I'm not very tool handy ....but I love the idea of the swivel devices. Genius!!! Thanks for sharing.
@MrWhyareyouhere 5 жыл бұрын
Hi Nathan Love your idea for the murphy bed . May try that in our van .Thanks for the tip.
@Oldtimecarpenter 5 жыл бұрын
Your doing a fantastic job! Take your time which will be worth it in the end!
@skybluepink998 5 жыл бұрын
I know you do your research but I have seen a lot of other van folks caution against having a mattress on a solid piece of wood for lack of ventilation and condensation issues leading to mold growth. Many have remedied that by just drilling small holes all over the sheet of wood. Hope you don't run into that problem :)
@crywhit4619 5 жыл бұрын
I wonder if just a container of damp rid would solve this problem....
@parkerposey788 5 жыл бұрын
That notion is a fallacy. As long as the mattress has a breathable Cover, it will be fine.
@skybluepink998 5 жыл бұрын
@@parkerposey788 oh - good to know!
@ethereal_emily 5 жыл бұрын
Super smart!
@kookalini 4 жыл бұрын
This is FANTASTIC! I will be starting a van build soon and your Murphy bed design is the best I’ve seen so far. Love it.
@metalbootlegslivearchives 5 жыл бұрын
Looking great Nate! :)
@gerardpritchard657 5 жыл бұрын
Really cool set up! Looking forward to more!
@anythingelse2285 3 жыл бұрын
Clever man, thank you!
@douglasvieira1990dv 5 жыл бұрын
So happy for you
@edgarbleikur1929 5 жыл бұрын
Love it. Just made one out of aluminium. Has three height settings. Converts to double bed size at the middle height. Acts as a large work bench at middle and upper height. I wanted to be able to continue to use the van for transporting motorbikes and bulky items. Mattress is full size single, double sided pillow top, inner sprung. (Decades of sleeping on the ground, self inflating or cheap foam, no more!)
@angelajenkins 5 жыл бұрын
I am so proud of you!! You are doing such a great job!😃😊
@zdemigod 5 жыл бұрын
Have the table fold up under the bed you won't even need the poles. Use a piano hinge and a wood support that folds out.
@wandawas2 5 жыл бұрын
Enjoying your van build. Safe travels. Namaste.
@randomfishy5647 5 жыл бұрын
Love the Murphy Bed.
@OdysseyCamper 5 жыл бұрын
You should call it Nathan-mode when it’s folded up, LOL! Folding the bed is a cool idea. This would be great for someone who works as an expeditor.
@omfgjb 4 жыл бұрын
Love it love it, love it
@Smurphenstein 5 жыл бұрын
Very cool. I am looking at an NV200 project myself. Great to see you doing a new project. I am looking forward to watching your progress with this.
@heynowmzlady381 5 жыл бұрын
Great job!
@jonofrono762 5 жыл бұрын
Great design, great idea on using those swivel seats.
@thectk1000 5 жыл бұрын
Really cool!
@jimmydeen58 5 жыл бұрын
Thats Awesome.. Very Well Done..
@adriennestearns5549 5 жыл бұрын
Great design!!
@markreynolds3850 5 жыл бұрын
Nice job!
@Debbzvanventure 5 жыл бұрын
I’ve been thinking about doing this in my van. Great work! 👍
@victoriap737 5 жыл бұрын
Great choice man! Never thought of a murphy.. Greetings from Argentina, and good luck with the rest of the build!
@zippitydodaday6037 5 жыл бұрын
First I've heard of it too in a van. My bed has a motor on it... Back seat converts into a bed. I can put it up or down... Since living in my camper van I just keep it down 100% of time even though takes up almost half of our space. I removed the middle seats so it's more spacious. It's crossed my mind numerous times to remove it and build a smaller bed because is just me and my dog and i always have at least some storage on part of bed and under it... But nah... I think i will leave it be. It's real leather and an expensive device and I'd regret it especially if I moved into a house again... Which I will be eventually. I don't need a table in here... I can sit on my bed extremely comfortably and I have my front seats as chairs and dog house / dashboard area is a mini table. I suppose Nate likes to seperate sleep from business moments or else wouldn't add a table. That makes good feng shui for most I suppose.
@williereynoso4157 5 жыл бұрын
Great idea, i always had tge same thought about a Murphy style bed. I wanted to put shelves on the top and bottom of the bed that would also be used as a bed support when you fold out the bed. I like it Nate, keep up the adventure buddy👍😎
@jaredheidicarroll4335 5 жыл бұрын
Best Channel on KZfaq! Keep up the good work Nate.
@Cloudy_Days. Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this awesome idea 💡 👌🏻
@devodoesdrivingk6856 5 жыл бұрын
Brilliant Design!!❤️❤️💋
@MintExplorer 6 ай бұрын
awesome set up!
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