Custom Flip-up Table #1

[Ron in BC]

We've had good weather during this time of self isolation. Perfect for a lot of exterior work on my house. I tend to work non-stop, never taking a coffee break but I do sometimes take a mod. break. I find that a change of focus works well when doing a large tedious job.

And whoever thought that the highlight of your week could be a trip to Lowes?

On the 19 the flip-up counter extension seemed like a no brainer. Worked well for us. The only negative seemed to be when it was holding a dish rack and a person wanted to use the door. Had to be pretty careful squeezing by not to bump it.

On the 21 we didn't order the flip-up extension by the door. On our Q'site-Baja shakedown trip that wasn't a problem with the larger counter space available. But what we did notice is that when using the pass through opening in the screen door it was awkward to reach things like drinks left on the end of the counter.

So I made a small extension shelf. It's lower than the main counter, easier to get things out and short enough that it doesn't cover the light switches. I had to improvise a bit, I didn't have any of the vinyl edge trim so I improvished. I used some oak edge banding that I had on hand. Painted it "Expresso", seems to be a pretty close match.

Happy to find that even in the up position that there's lot's of room to walk by.

Now, longing for a situation to try it out. We'll find out next week when Parks etc. open up again.

Ron

[h2owmn]

Niiiiice! I bet I could put similar on the refrigerator wall of my 17. What dimensions did you use?And how high from floor? Also nice that you can get by without putting it down. Thanks!

[MyronL]

Right on, Ron! Looking good. Tried to get into Home Depot yesterday. Looking for anything, real or imagined, to do. But they were making everyone wait in a long line outside. Maybe I'll just sweep the floors in the trailer.

[Patandlinda]

Originally Posted by Ron in BC

We've had good weather during this time of self isolation. Perfect for a lot of exterior work on my house. I tend to work non-stop, never taking a coffee break but I do sometimes take a mod. break. I find that a change of focus works well when doing a large tedious job.

And whoever thought that the highlight of your week could be a trip to Lowes?

On the 19 the flip-up counter extension seemed like a no brainer. Worked well for us. The only negative seemed to be when it was holding a dish rack and a person wanted to use the door. Had to be pretty careful squeezing by not to bump it.

On the 21 we didn't order the flip-up extension by the door. On our Q'site-Baja shakedown trip that wasn't a problem with the larger counter space available. But what we did notice is that when using the pass through opening in the screen door it was awkward to reach things like drinks left on the end of the counter.

So I made a small extension shelf. It's lower than the main counter, easier to get things out and short enough that it doesn't cover the light switches. I had to improvise a bit, I didn't have any of the vinyl edge trim so I improvished. I used some oak edge banding that I had on hand. Painted it "Expresso", seems to be a pretty close match.

Happy to find that even in the up position that there's lot's of room to walk by.

Now, longing for a situation to try it out. We'll find out next week when Parks etc. open up again.

Ron

Pat and Linda

[Ops]

Looks great Ron.

Quick question...the Formica...did you get it from ETI or through another source that carries the same brand of counter top material.

I presume the 'patterns/colours' are readily available from Formica.

[dfandrews]

Originally Posted by Ops

Looks great Ron.

Quick question...the Formica...did you get it from ETI or through another source that carries the same brand of counter top material.

I presume the 'patterns/colours' are readily available from Formica.

I can give you our answer; actually a heads up: We picked a custom pattern when we ordered our Escape. We specifically requested that we get any extra leftover formica. When we picked our trailer up, they told us: the extra is under the mattress. It was a goodly amount, and we've made use of it since.

That was 4½ years ago, so I don't know what's current, but make sure you have ETI write it up on the Build Sheet.

[Oldtimer]

We did just that when we ordered our 21. I have 3/4 of a sheet of our Formica. Stored it under the mattress for the trip home so it wouldn’t get damaged.

[Ronn]

Originally Posted by Ron in BC

On the 19 the flip-up counter extension seemed like a no brainer. Worked well for us. The only negative seemed to be when it was holding a dish rack and a person wanted to use the door. Had to be pretty careful squeezing by not to bump it.

On the 21 we didn't order the flip-up extension by the door. On our Q'site-Baja shakedown trip that wasn't a problem with the larger counter space available. But what we did notice is that when using the pass through opening in the screen door it was awkward to reach things like drinks left on the end of the counter.

So I made a small extension shelf. It's lower than the main counter, easier to get things out and short enough that it doesn't cover the light switches. I had to improvise a bit, I didn't have any of the vinyl edge trim so I improvished. I used some oak edge banding that I had on hand. Painted it "Expresso", seems to be a pretty close match.

Happy to find that even in the up position that there's lot's of room to walk by.

Ron

[Patandlinda]

Originally Posted by Ops

Looks great Ron.

Quick question...the Formica...did you get it from ETI or through another source that carries the same brand of counter top material.

I presume the 'patterns/colours' are readily available from Formica.

I have a good size piece left after I bought some at Formica shop . I will be bringing to Quartzite in Feb if will still get to have a ralley there . I will be selling very cheap because I changed out my Formica and really don’t have a need for anymore . It is a pretty good size piece . If someone is interested I will measure . Pat it is the original like Ron ‘s

[cpaharley2008]

When I ordered my new E21 I requested that they not drill a hole in the sink cover. I purchased different cover and converted the original cover into a flip up table on the night stand.

[Ron in BC]

Originally Posted by h2owmn

Niiiiice! I bet I could put similar on the refrigerator wall of my 17. What dimensions did you use?And how high from floor? Also nice that you can get by without putting it down. Thanks!

It's 8 3/4" x 13" and 33" from the floor. However the height was determined by, hold it there, reach in and repeat several times. Different height folks might want it a little higher or lower for the optimum ease of reaching in.

Originally Posted by MyronL

Right on, Ron! Looking good. Tried to get into Home Depot yesterday. Looking for anything, real or imagined, to do. But they were making everyone wait in a long line outside. Maybe I'll just sweep the floors in the trailer.

No long line ups here except for the food stores sometimes. Many folks are wearing masks. I do, I was lucky to have a good supply of N95 masks. So walking down the side aisles it's almost impossible to keep a good distance from others. The couple walking ahead of me both had masks on. When they stopped to ask a question to a store clerk who wasn't wearing a mask they, being polite Canadians and not wishing to offend anyone, removed their masks.

Originally Posted by Ops

Looks great Ron.

Quick question...the Formica...did you get it from ETI or through another source that carries the same brand of counter top material.

I presume the 'patterns/colours' are readily available from Formica.

Pat very kindly gave me a piece for a backsplash behind the stove. When I needed some more I had ETI send me a relatively small piece. It was about poster size and didn't cost much. It'll show up in flip-up shelf #2.

I should clarify my comment about clearance going out the door if the counter extension is in use. That was on a Classic 19. The door being wider on the Gen. 2s probably don't have the same issue.

Ron

[h2owmn]

Thanks, noted and filed for later use!