it looks like some kind of coated wood board with alloy or plastic trim on the edges/corners. I think it looks rathe smart. I can't find what the material is or where to source it. Anyone have any ideas?
Thanks.
I am currently kitting out a VW transporter for work/play and want to build some cupboards similar to the ones in the below photo.
it looks like some kind of coated wood board with alloy or plastic trim on the edges/corners. I think it looks rathe smart. I can't find what the
material is or where to source it. Anyone have any ideas?
Thanks.
To me it just looks like trimmed contiboard? The 'home' variations are available at most DIY shops (plain colours and wood effects), but you might have to go further afield to find the more exotic surfaces.
Might be worth looking at some of the DIY or selfbuild motorhome conversion forums if you don't have any luck on here
try here.
http://www.plasticsandveneers.co.uk/index.htm
used them in the past, very helpful if a little expensive
Formica with a trim on after? Very hard wearing and easy to do, just evo stick to mdf panels, also about a million colours and textures
[Edited on 25/1/16 by Rosco86]
As above, I'd look at motorhome conversion suppliers and see what's available. For many vehicles there are conversion kits available, which might save you time and money to buy.
Thanks.
All of the conversion kits are the same generic layout an really don't suit my requirements. Plus this being locostbuilders is rather do it all
myself 
Will check out some camper companies. The material could also be similar to the stuff dividers are made from in public toilets... Nice..
From experience, public loos (and changing cubicles) are made from a material called Trespa which has to be CNC machined, is heavy, expensive, but
moisture proof.
Vehicle cabinets must be made from something lighter and equally robust.
ETA...Understand the LCB "want to build it myself" approach
[Edited on 25/1/16 by nick205]
Hmm that doesnt suprise me... Im amazed that a lot of DIYers (and some "pros"
are using MDF for their cabinets.. thats mighty heavy and
wouldnt really enjoy damp much!
This company sells materials for making flight cases, looks like an option although yet to see what cost is like 
http://www.penn-elcom.com
From experience, MDF is heavy and not great with moisture either, wouldn't be my choice for vehicle fitting!
Not cheap, but there is a honeycomb material called Aerolam, which might be better suited for what you're doing.
Some Googling suggests plywood as cheap, relatively lightweight and OK with moisture - worth considering?
You could fit coverings and/or paint it as well.
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Originally posted by nick205
From experience, MDF is heavy and not great with moisture either, wouldn't be my choice for vehicle fitting!
Not cheap, but there is a honeycomb material called Aerolam, which might be better suited for what you're doing.