New Bed

 

I've been searching for a while for a mattress that fits the bedspace behind the front seats. While the self-inflating mats were an improvement, at 50 cm wide, they were too narrow for a good night's sleep. They also needed a softer surface on top (sleeping bag with reclining-chair cushion inside), which made the sleeping platform too deep, with two gaps either side of the mattresses. It was also very uneven because of all the different layers.

A fellow campervan owner posted an idea on Facebook. They filled the sleeping platform with a series of cot mattresses that covered the whole surface. 

I searched for a cot mattress that was 70 cm wide, 160 cm long. It fits my space perfectly, with no need for any other surface. There are even fitted sheets available for it.

I now have a perfectly flat mattress that is wide enough for a comfortable nights sleep. There's even room to turn over without the danger of falling out.

The van looks more spacious in this configuration. I can't wait to get out on the road again. 

Anyone fancy meeting up for a day trip, or  a spot of wild camping?