🚐 Why April Is the Best Time to Start Your Campervan Conversion Project

Spring is in the air, the days are getting longer, and that travel itch is coming back strong. If you've been dreaming about converting a van into the perfect place away from home, April might just be the best time to dive in. Whether you're starting from scratch or picking up where you left off, here’s why this sunny spring month is the perfect time to kick off your campervan conversion journey.

☀️ 1. Longer Days = More Time to Work

With daylight hours stretching past dinner time, April gives you the gift of light. More sun means more time after work or on weekends to chip away at your build without rushing or relying on artificial light. Plus, working in natural light helps you get a better sense of your layout, colour choices, and interior flow.

🌡️ 2. Ideal Temperatures for DIY Projects

Goodbye freezing mornings and damp afternoons! April offers that sweet spot where it’s warm enough to work comfortably, but not so hot that you’re melting inside a metal van. Perfect for tasks like:

• Painting or staining surfaces (less humidity = faster dry time)
• Sealing windows and roof vents
• Installing insulation without the cold making your hands go numb

🌸 3. Spring Sales & Fresh Stock

From hardware stores to camping gear shops, springtime often brings a wave of sales as retailers restock for the outdoor season. It’s a great time to grab:

• Tools and building materials
• Solar panels and electrical gear
• Lightweight, warm-weather bedding or outdoor furniture

🧭 4. Summer Goal, Spring Start

If you want to be road-ready by summer, April is your launchpad. A typical DIY conversion can take anywhere from 2 to 4 months (or more depending on time, budget, and complexity). Starting in April gives you:

• Time to learn as you go
• Breathing room for supply delays or learning curves
• A solid chance of hitting the road by June or July

🌿 5. Peak Inspiration Season

Let’s be honest — something about spring just makes us want to create, build, and get outside. Nature’s waking up, flowers are blooming, and Instagram’s full of dreamy van builds parked beside glowing forests or ocean views.

Let that spring energy fuel your progress. Set goals. Dream big. Put on your favourite playlist and make sawdust.

🔧 Tips for Getting Started This Month:

• Create a realistic timeline: Break the project down by week or month.
• Start with the essentials: Prioritise insulation, flooring, and electrical early.
• Join the community: Facebook groups, YouTube, Reddit — there’s a huge network of support out there.
• Document your journey: Photos, videos, even short notes — they’re fun to look back on and inspire others.

Final Thoughts

If you’ve been waiting for a sign to start your campervan conversion, this is it. April brings the perfect mix of sunshine, motivation, and time to prep for summer adventures. So dust off your tools, sketch out your layout, and take that first step. Your future road trips are waiting.

Not sure on those more technical jobs. Crafty Otter Campers is right here to complete them for you. We still have some spaces for small jobs to get your van ready for summer and even space for one more conversion in time for the summer holidays. Or if converting your own van seems to much, come and see the campervans we have for sale at our Honiton workshop.