Vanshades Alternatives

[Phil1]

Hi all, I really like the look of the vanshades, however I can’t justify the cost.

Are there any cheaper alternatives around please? (Other than curtains). Thanks

 

[TeeCeeJay]

@Pugsley made his own from IKEA bits.

Thread 'DIY blinds' DIY blinds

 

[Psm1975]

Or my write up

Home made blinds - in progress

I’ve had a 72 plate T6.1 PV for a month or so now. I’ve insulated / sound deadened / carpeted, and fitted a 112 Rib bed. Window wise, I’ve done the barn door, sliding door, and opposite sliding door. I had curtains in my last van, but want blinds in this one. I, along with probably many...

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[TeeCeeJay]

Or my write up

Home made blinds - in progress

I’ve had a 72 plate T6.1 PV for a month or so now. I’ve insulated / sound deadened / carpeted, and fitted a 112 Rib bed. Window wise, I’ve done the barn door, sliding door, and opposite sliding door. I had curtains in my last van, but want blinds in this one. I, along with probably many...

www.t6forum.com

Nice job, hadn't seen those before

 

[Phil1]

Great thanks both, my only issue is I have a million other diy projects on the go, as much as I’d love to start another, I was hoping to purchase them instead if possible. Is Vanshades the only company that sell them? Thanks!

 

[CAB]

There is another one? Can't recall at the moment, but they were a bit larger aperture.

Possibly in the South West and fitted only? Struggling to recall?

 

[asutton709]

@CAB was it Swell Shades

 

[Phil1]

Thanks, I’ve dropped them a message. I’ve heard that Vanshades have decent offers when they do have sales. Has anyone had any decent sale prices with them? Thanks

 

[Phil1]

You know what…I’m just going to DIY it

Next question, what’s the chances of buying a blue colour blind when doing the DIY route?

Would the ‘Tropik Home’ ones work?