A campervan conversion in an electric van brings some special challenges. Especially with the Mercedes Benz E-Sprinter, weight is a decisive factor, as every additional kilogram affects the range.
That's precisely why content creator Dennis Koburger consistently relied on our epicPLY lightweight panels for his DIY camper conversion.
In his conversion series, Dennis shows step by step:
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how to build extremely lightweight furniture
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how a camper shower can be built yourself
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how a dry separation toilet is created in a camper
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and how a complete camper kitchen is implemented.
The best part: The videos show in a very practical way what is possible with epicPLY multiplex lightweight panels.
Why lightweight construction is so important for camper conversions
When converting a van or transporter, weight is often underestimated. Classic multiplex panels can quickly add several hundred kilograms.
Especially with electric vehicles like the Mercedes Benz E-Sprinter, every kilo directly affects the range and efficiency.
Lightweight panels offer several advantages here:
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significantly lower weight
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high stability
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very good workability
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ideal for furniture construction, kitchen modules, benches, or bathroom solutions
Dennis uses, among other things:
This creates a conversion that is light, stable, and high-quality.
Building a camper shower yourself – with a clever floor construction
A shower in a campervan seems complicated at first glance – especially because of water, sealing, and weight.
In this video, Dennis shows step by step how he builds a shower in the camper himself.
He also uses our epicPLY Floor Panel with cork core, which offers several advantages:
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very light
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good insulation
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pleasantly warm when walking barefoot
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stable enough for the vehicle floor
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Building a shower yourself in a campervan – here's how!
Building a dry separation toilet in a camper yourself
A dry separation toilet in a campervan is the most sustainable solution for many vanlife fans.
In this video, Dennis shows how to build a premium dry separation toilet yourself – and much cheaper than Đ³Đ¾Ñ‚Đ¾Đ²Ñ‹Ñ… systems.
For the construction, he uses our epicPLY Multiplex Raw Panel, which is particularly suitable for:
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stable furniture
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bathroom modules
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individual DIY solutions
The panel is easy to saw, mill, and screw, but remains significantly lighter than classic multiplex panels.
Premium dry separation toilet built yourself
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Building extra light furniture in a campervan
Furniture construction is one of the biggest weight factors in a camper conversion.
In this video, Dennis begins building his camper furniture from epicPLY multiplex lightweight panels.
He shows, among other things:
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how to build stable furniture constructions
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how to save weight
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which joining techniques are suitable
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how lightweight panels behave compared to normal wood
Especially for DIY converters, the video is extremely helpful because Dennis also explains typical mistakes in furniture construction.
Building extra light furniture in a DIY campervan
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Building a designer bench with a curve
Many camper conversions consist of very straight, simple furniture. Dennis goes a step further and builds a designer bench with a curve.
For the visible furniture, he uses epicPLY Multiplex with oak real wood veneer, which makes the surface:
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look high-quality
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immediately look homely
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requires hardly any additional coating
The result: a camper that feels more like a modern tiny house than a classic van.
Building a designer bench with a curve yourself
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Building a lightweight kitchen in a campervan
The kitchen is one of the central elements in a campervan.
In this video, Dennis builds a complete lightweight kitchen for his E-Sprinter.
He gives many practical tips on:
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storage planning
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work surfaces
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weight saving
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stable constructions
Here too, epicPLY lightweight panels are used to keep the furniture as light as possible.
Especially with electric campers, this is a decisive advantage.
Building a lightweight kitchen in a campervan yourself
Van Tour – the finished Mercedes Benz E-Sprinter Camper
After many hours of conversion work, the camper is finished.
In the final Van Tour, Dennis shows the complete camper and explains:
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the innovative layout
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all furniture modules
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kitchen, bathroom, and seating area
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which materials he used
Here you can see particularly well how versatile epicPLY lightweight panels can be used in camper conversions.
Van Tour – innovative electric campervan
More tips for camper conversion
In addition to these videos, Dennis has published many more exciting contents about his conversion, for example the installation of underfloor heating in the camper.
If you want to convert a camper yourself, it is definitely worth checking out his channel.
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Which epicPLY products were used in the conversion
These materials, among others, were used in Dennis' camper:
These panels were specially developed to save weight without losing stability – perfect for campers, vans, and tiny houses.
Conclusion: Lightweight camper conversion with epicPLY
Dennis Koburger's conversion clearly shows how important material selection is for camper conversion.
By using lightweight panels, you can:
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reduce weight
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increase range
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build more stable furniture
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create high-quality interiors
Especially for modern camper projects – and particularly for electric campers like the Mercedes Benz E-Sprinter – lightweight construction is becoming increasingly important.
If you want to convert a camper yourself, it is definitely worth working with epicPLY lightweight panels.
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