Q: How do I install the Transit Van Kitchen?
A: Mounting to the wall: The galleys are designed to mount to the vehicle's wall. You can measure and mark a section of solid wall truss/beam behind the cabinet to approximate before shooting a screw or rivet nut into the wall. We recommend a minimum of three rivet nuts or five self-tapping screws to hold the galley in place.
Mounting the sink: Make sure to properly install the sink using the hardware provided with the sink. It is never wise to drop in a sink with no mounting brackets or silicone seal around the edges of the sink.
Installing a refrigerator: It is required to cut inlet and outlet ventilation holes for the unit to cool down, posing a fire risk. Refer to your refrigerator unit manual to learn about airflow direction and ventilation requirements.
Seal the butcher block: This is commonly done using mineral oil, butcher block oil, or a food-grade finish. This butcher block arrives unfinished, so seal it before use.
Q: How do I know if this Transit Van Kitchen will fit my vehicle?
A: These camper van kitchens are designed to take up the space right behind the driver seat in most vehicles. This unit may also be placed elsewhere in the vehicle. Please note: Ford Transit and Ram Promaster owners may need to modify or notch the unit to fit the protrusion of the pillar and floor joint in their vehicles.
Q: How do I apply, paint, stain, or sealer?
A: Painting - Lightly scuff the entire cabinet surface that you plan on coating with 120-180 grit sandpaper.
Apply 2-3 coats of primer before applying your main coat.
Always apply a finish when you're happy with the paint for a long-lasting appearance.
Staining - Sand the surface on all faces with sandpaper traveling with the grain of the wood.
Apply stain very cautiously to a section of the cabinet that will not be visible to gauge the volume and pressure you need to achieve the look you want.
Apply the stain evenly with a rag, sponge, or spray gun until all surfaces are coated.
Please note that overlapping surfaces may make the stain darker on the overlapped areas.
Always apply a finish when you're happy with the stain for a long-lasting appearance.
For Butcher Blocks and Slabs
For most units, Phillips head screws are holding the butcher block to the cabinet base that will need to be removed.
If staining, sand the butcher block thoroughly with 120-180 grit sandpaper.
Apply a sample on the underside of the butcher block to find a volume and pressure that achieves the color you'd like.
Apply the stain evenly with a rag, sponge, or spray gun until all surfaces are coated.
Please note that overlapping surfaces may make the stain darker on the overlapped areas.
Always apply a food-grade finish when you're happy with the stain for a long-lasting appearance.
If sealing with oil or wax, make sure the oil or wax is food grade and apply evenly with a soft rag or sponge.
Allow to dry and re-coat one or two more times.
What power intake does the refrigerator take?
The DOMETIC line of refrigerators we use accepts 100-240V AC and 12V/24V DC
What sink drain does the sink accept?
The NanoTec sink accepts more universal 3.5" drains. We recommend purchasing one with a strainer.
