Will painting my T5 07 California kitchen units would this De value it ?

Trevor Munro · Dec 30, 2020

Hi,

I was thinking of painting my kitchen units as i'm not keen on the light wood finish, possibly Gloss Grey but i'm concerned this may de value the van any advise ?

soulstyledevon · Dec 30, 2020

Maybe cover with removable graphics/print.
Easier to remove at resale

GrumpyGranddad · Dec 30, 2020

Trevor Munro said:
Hi,

I was thinking of painting my kitchen units as i'm not keen on the light wood finish, possibly Gloss Grey but i'm concerned this may de value the van any advise ?

As soulstyledevon says, stickers would be a better (and probably neater) option. Take a look ar what’s available on the Pixers web site.

Trevor Munro · Dec 30, 2020

Thanks !

would something like a wrap be ok like the below thread ?

Changing the wood effect

Has anyone ever changed the colour of their kitchen and cupboards? I was just wondering if it was possible to personalise the interior and get rid of the wood effect?

vwcaliforniaclub.com

2into1 · Dec 30, 2020

Yes, it would kill it’s value. Well applied, easily removable stickers - no problem.

SusiBus · Dec 30, 2020

People buy a California and pay a premium for it. I think they would prefer it to be original, l would.

westfalia · Dec 30, 2020

If you called in the professionals then it could
look okay if it was sprayed, but if you're thinking of doing it
yourself with a brush then it could be tricky to maintain the
factory look.
Wrapping would be the neatest job.

CamperFam · Dec 30, 2020

Absolutely would kill the value. Same as any 'customisation' that isn't removable - it's to your tastes, not someone elses. If youre in the slightest bit looking at resale, then dont even go there in my view.

Algor · Dec 30, 2020

This is an interesting thread, I am waiting on delivery of a coast but I must admit that I don't like the colour of the kitchen. I considered converted vans but found that the Cali was by far the best option for everything bar this. If there was a viable local wrap option available then it would be of interest. I was looking to get the B pillar wrapped so I will ask about this whilst I am at it.

v-tec · Dec 30, 2020

If it was a good Rap or covering it wouldn’t put me off buying it, the colour of my trim is old fashioned in my eye, it’s like it’s in a time warp, :Iamsorry

B J G · Dec 31, 2020

Personally wouldn't even although I can understand your colour issue.

A professional recolour where panels are removed for spray coating and baking may be an option, at a cost.
I had our kitchen units done by that method with A1 result.
Don't know if anyone in your area could undertake the Cali.

2into1 · Dec 31, 2020

The T5 (vs the 5.1, 6 and perhaps the 6.1j is the easiest to wrap and the cabinets are quite smooth rather than grained. It it’s not just the doors, it’s the frame above, around the sockets, the wardrobe and then the overhead locker.

GSX1300R · Dec 31, 2020

I take it the reason you want to do this is because your units are showing signs of serious wear. Or is just some parts? Also what is the age of your van and is the exterior in good original condition or has it had a hard life.

ArunAlec · Dec 31, 2020

I think it really depends on the age/condition of the Cali. If the rest of the vehicle is in original/good condition I wouldn't "customise" the interior. Unless you do it with a reversible option like a wrap or self adhesive vinyl, like Fablon.

ThomasHJ · Dec 31, 2020

When we had a T4, there were some people on the Dutch forum 'wrapping' their kitchen cabinets. Aside from personal taste in pattern, the results of the 'stickers' was quite nice. See some examples below. However, in the T4 the cabinets' surface was flat. In the T5 it has relief (is that the right word?)

Blue Yonder · Jan 2, 2021

For sure will reduce its value.

Wrap the units instead.

GillianC · Jan 2, 2021

Just brighten the interior by other means so you won’t even notice the colour of the cupboard doors!!

WelshGas · Jan 3, 2021

Trevor Munro said:
Hi,

I was thinking of painting my kitchen units as i'm not keen on the light wood finish, possibly Gloss Grey but i'm concerned this may de value the van any advise ?

You could try something like this. Removable if necessary.