Everything I Use in My Bus (Build, Living & Filming Gear)

Over the past few months, I’ve been rebuilding, living in, and travelling in my bus — and along the way I’ve tested (and sometimes struggled with) a lot of different products and setups.

This page is a running list of what I actually use, what’s worked, and what I’d recommend based on real experience — not just what looks good online.

I’ll keep updating this as things change, improve… or break 😅

🚿 Bathroom Build

This was a full rebuild, and definitely a learning curve.

Wall Panels (Wet Area Panels)
Used for waterproofing the shower walls. Easy to clean and much more practical than tiles in a moving vehicle.

Shower Setup (Tap + Hose + Head)
Replaced the original awkward setup with something much more usable. Positioning made a huge difference.

Plumbing (Copper Pipes & Fittings)
Went with exposed copper — partly practical, partly aesthetic. Also made it easier to troubleshoot when things went wrong (which they did…).

Seals & Waterproofing
Critical. I had leaks in the original setup, so this time I made sure everything was properly sealed.

Toilet Setup (Simple/Bucket Style)
Not glamorous, but surprisingly effective and much easier to manage than the original system.

Shower Floor (Duck Boards)
Keeps your feet out of pooled water and makes the space feel much nicer.

👉 You can see the full bathroom rebuild here:
[LINK TO YOUR PILLAR BLOG POST]

🚐 Van Setup & Living

These are the things that make day-to-day life in the bus actually work.

Water System
Still evolving, but currently set up for simplicity and reliability rather than complexity.

Ventilation / Fans
Essential for airflow, especially in a small space and when using the shower.

Storage Solutions
Anything that keeps things from moving while driving is a win.

Lighting
Simple but functional — good lighting makes a huge difference in a small space.

🎥 Filming Gear

This is what I use to film all my YouTube videos.

Camera – DJI Pocket
Small, easy to use, and perfect for filming in tight spaces like the bus.

Audio Setup
Upgraded over time — good audio makes more difference than you think.

Editing Software
I use Final Cut Pro for editing.

🧠 Things I’ve Learned (The Hard Way)

  • Simple is usually better
  • Things will break — make them easy to fix
  • Don’t assume something works just because it looks good
  • Accessibility matters more than aesthetics
  • You’ll change your mind once you start using things

🔄 This Page Will Keep Evolving

As I keep travelling and improving the bus, I’ll update this page with:

  • Better products
  • Things I replace
  • Things I regret 😅
  • Things I absolutely swear by

💬 If You’re Building Your Own Setup

If you’re working on your own van or bus build and have questions about anything here, feel free to reach out or leave a comment on one of my videos.