Magnetic Wall / Kitchen Hack

alchemist
alchemist Member Posts: 39
in Modifications & Upgrades
I added some metal to the two side walls in the kitchen, providing some space to hang kitchen utensils using magnetic hooks. When you go to Home Depot, bring a magnet to make sure you're not purchasing aluminum. I made a template out of paper then drew it on the metal. Using gloves I snipped it out then used a hammer and sandpaper to smooth out the edges and get rid of any sharp edges. I glued it on the way using liquid nails specifically made for indoor/outdoor use. Works great for adding extra storage at a campsite. 

Eventually I will paint them using Annie Sloan Chalk Paint (which can paint anything). 


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  • jgram2
    jgram2 Member Posts: 1,522
    Nice! Does everything stay up when traveling?
    John, Judi, Guinness & OD in PDX
    T@Bit@t 2015 S Max Outback, ‘18 V6 4Runner 


  • alchemist
    alchemist Member Posts: 39
    It can, but I sound like a snake oil salesman traveling down the road with all the jingle-jangles. So I have a habit of before leaving camp, changing the trashbag in my small trashcan to a nice clean one, then using the trashcan as a "box" to transport all the junk in from my kitchen counters. All this stuff goes in there too. 
  • jgram2
    jgram2 Member Posts: 1,522
    @alchemist or Santa's sleigh! The trash can's a good idea. You got me thinking about using this idea somehow in our much smaller kitchen. Thanks.
    John, Judi, Guinness & OD in PDX
    T@Bit@t 2015 S Max Outback, ‘18 V6 4Runner 


  • ericnliz
    ericnliz Member Posts: 4,437
    Both REALLY great ideas/mods. @BirdieJane, How did you affix the tiles, and what kind are they? Very nice look. :)
    2016 T@B MAX S-aka: WolfT@B
    TV: 2006 Chevy Avalanche LT Z71 aka: WhiteWolf, or 1972 Chevy Custom10 P/U aka: SnarlingWolf
    Spokane, Wa.
    Eric aka: Lone Wolf  


  • BirdieJane
    BirdieJane Member Posts: 237
    edited August 2017
    http://aspectideas.com/metal-backsplash-tiles/

    Here is the URL, cost about $60.00 at Home Depot, or you can find them on line. Even though they are peel and stick I used liquid nails. Seems the fire proofing on wall prevents self adhesive things from sticking.
    2017 T@B Outback white w black trim / 2019 Subaru Ascent White with black trim / Birch Bay WA.
    aka BirdieJane towed by Quinn
  • ericnliz
    ericnliz Member Posts: 4,437
    @BirdieJane , Thanks for the info! I just happen to know someone that works at Home Depot (Liz)! :)
    2016 T@B MAX S-aka: WolfT@B
    TV: 2006 Chevy Avalanche LT Z71 aka: WhiteWolf, or 1972 Chevy Custom10 P/U aka: SnarlingWolf
    Spokane, Wa.
    Eric aka: Lone Wolf  


  • BirdieJane
    BirdieJane Member Posts: 237
    By the way it took 4 boxes, don't forget trim for each side.
    2017 T@B Outback white w black trim / 2019 Subaru Ascent White with black trim / Birch Bay WA.
    aka BirdieJane towed by Quinn
  • ericnliz
    ericnliz Member Posts: 4,437
    Thank you.
    2016 T@B MAX S-aka: WolfT@B
    TV: 2006 Chevy Avalanche LT Z71 aka: WhiteWolf, or 1972 Chevy Custom10 P/U aka: SnarlingWolf
    Spokane, Wa.
    Eric aka: Lone Wolf  


  • TTTab
    TTTab Member Posts: 100
    @BirdieJane
    How are the knives attached? 


    2015 T@B M@x S silver and white
    tv 2010 Lexus RX350 Matador red  
  • jkjenn
    jkjenn Member Posts: 6,421
    Very nice, @BirdieJane . I like it, a lot. Were they hard to cut?

    2021 T@b 320 Boondock "Mattie Ross" | 2021 T@b Nights: 239 | Total nights in a T@b 455 | 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Overland | T@b owner since 2014

  • Sharon_is_SAM
    Sharon_is_SAM Member Posts: 10,035
    @BirdieJane, did you use magnets for the knives?
    Sharon / 2017 T@B CSS / 2015 Toyota Sienna Minivan / Westlake, Ohio
  • BirdieJane
    BirdieJane Member Posts: 237
    edited August 2017
    I cut the tiles with tin snips, not hard at all. The knives have a plastic sleeve so we used industrial Velcro. 10,000 miles no problem staying On the wall and knives stay in the sleeve
    2017 T@B Outback white w black trim / 2019 Subaru Ascent White with black trim / Birch Bay WA.
    aka BirdieJane towed by Quinn
  • driftless
    driftless Member Posts: 135
    Thanks for the inspiration @BirdieJane!  We removed  the television in our T@b Q and needed to cover the area where the bracket was attached. We want to attach a light weight storage shelf but we are still researching how to secure it properly.
    Happy Trails,
    Phil & Anita - Driftless: 2018 T@B 400/2015 Ford Explorer 

  • BirdieJane
    BirdieJane Member Posts: 237
    Very nice install!!!!
    2017 T@B Outback white w black trim / 2019 Subaru Ascent White with black trim / Birch Bay WA.
    aka BirdieJane towed by Quinn
  • Sharon_is_SAM
    Sharon_is_SAM Member Posts: 10,035
    Driftless - metal or vinyl tiles?  Magnets to install?
    Sharon / 2017 T@B CSS / 2015 Toyota Sienna Minivan / Westlake, Ohio
  • driftless
    driftless Member Posts: 135
    @Sam the tiles are metal with adhesive backing.  However, like @BirdieJane, we added additional liquid nails adhesive.  They are not magnetic tiles.
    Happy Trails,
    Phil & Anita - Driftless: 2018 T@B 400/2015 Ford Explorer 

  • Tabaz
    Tabaz Member Posts: 2,420
    This has to be one of the prettiest mods I've seen. Very clever.
    2016 Outback 320
    2024 Ford F150 Supercrew short bed.
  • Sharon_is_SAM
    Sharon_is_SAM Member Posts: 10,035
    I agree Tabaz. I really like the look.
    Sharon / 2017 T@B CSS / 2015 Toyota Sienna Minivan / Westlake, Ohio
  • Michigan_Mike
    Michigan_Mike Member Posts: 2,858
    edited August 2017
    Outstanding mods & ideas!  This is why I love this place and am aKeats amazed at the amount of creativity, ingenuity and talent that is spread out across forum members!  You guys ROCK!!!!  Well done!!!!  
    Mike - Elmira, Mi / 2019 T@B 400 / 2021 Chevy Silverado LTZ

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