GREY & BLACK WASTE DISPOSAL A Practical Guide for Campervan & Motorhome Users 1. What’s the Difference Between Grey and Black Waste? Grey Wastewater Grey waste includes all wastewater from your campervan except toilet waste. This typically comes from: • Washing up • Showers • Bathroom sinks • Kitchen sinks Grey water ofen contains: • Soap residue • Shampoo • Detergents • Food partcles Although less hazardous than black waste, it must NOT be poured onto roads, hedgerows, or st

This is something the everyone has to deal with, but when you are in a campervan, dealing with everyday “rubbish” is something which needs thought and attention. Done correctly you should be able to deal effectively with the rubbish you collect as you live your campervan life. So….what do you need to be aware of and what do you need to do to make your life that little bit easier? 1. AVOID CREATING RUBBISH IN THE FIRST PLACE Seems obvious? But what can you actually do to avoid

Campervan Security: The Layered Approach We’ve Taken (and Why) Campervan security is one of those topics nobody wants to think about — until they have to. Sadly, campervan and van theft is on the rise, and opportunistic thieves know exactly where manufacturers cut corners. Rather than relying on a single solution, we’ve taken a layered, step-by-step approach to security. The idea is simple: make the van hard, noisy, time-consuming and frustrating to break into. Thieves want q

Toilets in a Campervan: Finding Them, Using Them & Dealing With the Poo! 💩 Let’s get one thing straight early on: Living in a campervan means you will talk about toilets. A lot. Whether you’re parked up in the wilds of Scotland, cruising through Europe, or wedged between two white vans in a lay-by at 2am, toilet logistics quickly become one of the most important parts of van life. So let’s talk toilets — finding them, using them, emptying them, and yes… dealing with the poo

Campervan Water – How We Use It, Save It & Find It (UK & Europe) “Water is one of the biggest realities of living and travelling in a campervan. You never really think about it… until it runs out. So today we’re talking about how much water we actually use, how to conserve it, and where to get fresh water when travelling in the UK and Europe.” 🚿 How much water do we really use? “When you live in a campervan, water becomes currency. Most campervans carry between 80 and 120 li

Campervan Security: How to Keep Your Home on Wheels Safe Your campervan isn’t just a vehicle. It’s your home, your freedom, your investment — and often everything you own is inside it. While most nights on the road are peaceful and trouble-free, campervans can be attractive targets for thieves. Understanding who you’re protecting against, and how they operate, is the first step to staying one step ahead. Let’s break it down. Understanding the Threat: Who Steals Campervans? No

Why We Chose Lithium Batteries for Our Campervan — And Why We Went Massive With 628Ah If you’ve been following our campervan adventures, you’ll know that we’re determined to live as independently off-grid as possible. That means reliable power—no constant hunting for hook-ups, no worrying if the lights will die mid-evening, and definitely no sacrificing creature comforts like Starlink, charging devices, or running our Truma system confidently. After months of research, number

Dealing With Condensation in a Campervan: Why It Happens & How to Stop It Living or travelling in a campervan is all about freedom — waking up in wild places, cooking with the doors open, and enjoying life at your own pace. But there’s one thing every van-dweller faces at some point: Condensation. It creeps onto your windows overnight, drips down cold surfaces, dampens bedding, and can eventually lead to mould or bad smells if ignored. The good news? With a few smart habits a