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Valence, Shade, Butcher Block
Made a few minor mods after reading a bunch of threads on what you guys have been doing to your LDs.

Butcher Block: Didn't really care for that metal tent thing over the range. Followed in the footsteps of the LD giants and went for more counter work area.

Removed the valences: We did this in our last rig and really liked the feeling of spaciousness. I especially like the feel in that great panoramic view room in the back.

Entry Shade: I didn't think we had a shade but when I removed the entry door valence, whatdayaknow, there it was! I picked up a different color black out. Might build a little valence. Still thinkin' about that.
jor
09 27' MB
10  Suby Forester
Re: Valence, Shade, Butcher Block
Reply #1 –
We really like the wood cutting board we put on our stove top. However I am extra vigilant when it comes to verifying  flame is off before putting the board back on the stove. One time a burner was on simmer and I thought it was off when I put the cutting board back on the stove. While I was doing other tasks I noticed a burning smell and realized my blunder. It was just a good  scorching. I was horrified when I realized what what a disaster could have ensued if I had left the coach for a period of time.

Ever since this lesson we make sure the flame is off AND visually confirm all burner knobs are in the off position.
Steve
2003TK
Re: Valence, Shade, Butcher Block
Reply #2 –
"Butcher Block: Followed in the footsteps of the LD giants and went for more counter work area."

Jor

If you like butcher block and want more counter work area you might consider this...

That fiberglass fold down shelf extension to the left (?) of the sink is a prime place to secure a cutting board and work space. Purchase the appropriate (to fit the space) size hardwood butcher block and attach it to the existing fold down brackets. Or there are more substantial brackets to be had on Amazon.  :D
Steve S.
Lazy Bones & Cedar
2004 30'IB (Island Bed)
Yesterday is History, Tomorrow is a Mystery
Live for the day!
Re: Valence, Shade, Butcher Block
Reply #3 –
Nice work, Jor! Like you, I removed the valances, and it made a big improvement in the view.
Andy Baird
2021 Ford Ranger towing 2019 Airstream 19CB
Previously: 1985 LD Twin/King "Gertie"; 2003 LD Midbath "Skylark"
Re: Valence, Shade, Butcher Block
Reply #4 –
Yes, nice indeed!  We also wanted more counter space so found a thick bamboo? cutting board at a Homegood's store.  It weighs so much, we simply put some rubber matting on top of the metal cover and friction holds it in place even when traveling.
Greg & Victoria
2017 Mid-Bath  “Nocona” towing a manual 2015 Forester
Previously a 1985 TK
SKP #61264
Re: Valence, Shade, Butcher Block
Reply #5 –
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It weighs so much, we simply put some rubber matting on top of the metal cover and friction holds it in place even when traveling.
I like your solution. My board is thick and heavy so I bet that would work for us. Sure would have been easier!!! ;D  We'll give mine a try and if we don't like it, we'll knock off your idea! Thanks for the tip.
jor
09 27' MB
10  Suby Forester
Re: Valence, Shade, Butcher Block
Reply #6 –
[quote author=Lazy Bones link=msg=243934 date=1657398616

That fiberglass fold-down shelf extension to the left (?) of the sink is a prime place to secure a cutting board and work space. Purchase the appropriate (to fit the space) size hardwood butcher block and attach it to the existing fold-down brackets. Or there are more substantial brackets to be had on Amazon.  :D
[/quote]

Like this.
Factory brackets still in use after almost 20 years




Larry
Larry
2003 23.5' Front Lounge, since new.  Previously 1983 22' Front Lounge.
Tow vehicles  2020 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon, 2001 Jeep Cherokee
Photo Collection: Lazy Daze
Re: Valence, Shade, Butcher Block
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Jor.   I’ve wanted to remove the valance over the door so I could replace the shade.  I haven’t tried to remove the few screws that are visible.  If you have a few minutes, could explain how you removed it?
Re: Valence, Shade, Butcher Block
Reply #8 –
Like this.
Factory brackets still in use [after] almost 20 years

Couldn't have said it better, Larry. Pictures speak louder......   ;D   ;) 
Steve S.
Lazy Bones & Cedar
2004 30'IB (Island Bed)
Yesterday is History, Tomorrow is a Mystery
Live for the day!
Re: Valence, Shade, Butcher Block
Reply #9 –
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I haven’t tried to remove the few screws that are visible.

I didn't take a photo with the valence in place but there are just four screws which are not difficult to get at. Here are the locations of the two on the right and there are two placed identically on the left.

I think you should be able to remove your shade without removing the valence. Just give it twist on the left side I think, pull that side out and it should just come right out. 
jor
09 27' MB
10  Suby Forester
Re: Valence, Shade, Butcher Block
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Quote from: jor  - 
I think you should be able to remove your shade without removing the valence. Just give it twist on the left side I think, pull that side out and it should just come right out.
Jor, you’re right.  We were able to easily remove the shade, repair loose threads, and clean it.  Since the shade still works, we going to just reinstall it tomorrow.

We will probably still remove the valence to recover it with matching fabric that we’ve already replaced. 

At any rate, thank you Jor.
Re: Valence, Shade, Butcher Block
Reply #12 –
I removed a valance as an experiment. It did increase the view but it also increased the drafts coming off the windows on very cold nights.  The glass and aluminum frames let a lot of cold and/or heat into the interior.
Shades that fit tightly to the valances help prevent the cold air coming off the window from easily penetrating into the interior.
In some windows.

With some of the windows, removing the valance allows viewing of the interior from the outside, not ideal if you value privacy.
Little off-topic, worn pleated shades have holes where the strings pass through that wear, slowly becoming big enough to see through from outside, at night when the interior is lighted. Another privacy issue. Roller shades do not have this problem.

Since we camp year-round in various conditions, we decides comfort was more important than a slightly bigger viewing area, YMMV.

Larry
Larry
2003 23.5' Front Lounge, since new.  Previously 1983 22' Front Lounge.
Tow vehicles  2020 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon, 2001 Jeep Cherokee
Photo Collection: Lazy Daze
 
Re: Valence, Shade, Butcher Block
Reply #13 –
Question for those that removed the valences. On the rear window of a MB, how do you secure the roller blinds against the slanting feature of the back window ?
Thanks, Merry Christmas Eve As well.
mar 🌴❤️🌺
Current 1 and only: 2003 LD Mid Bath 26.5
2017 Winnebago Minnie Winnie TT
2011 Dutchman Colorado 32' TT
2011 iCamp 14' TT
1985 Coachman Catalina 32' RV
Re: Valence, Shade, Butcher Block
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Quote from: spartan11  - 
Question for those that removed the valences. On the rear window of a MB, how do you secure the roller blinds against the slanting feature of the back window ?
Thanks, Merry Christmas Eve As well.
We have the slanted bath window in our FL and have not removed valances. However, the valance plays no part in securing the blinds at the bottom. It was different in our '83 FL, which had roller blinds.

Steve
2004 FL
2013 Honda Fit
Re: Valence, Shade, Butcher Block
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On the rear window of a MB, how do you secure the roller blinds against the slanting feature of the back window ?

I installed a couple of carpeted aluminum angles. Work great.
jor

09 27' MB
10  Suby Forester
Re: Valence, Shade, Butcher Block
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Quote from: HiLola  - 
Yes, nice indeed!  We also wanted more counter space so found a thick bamboo? cutting board at a Homegood's store.  It weighs so much, we simply put some rubber matting on top of the metal cover and friction holds it in place even when traveling.
Nice Greg!

Going to give that a try.  Might even attach the rubber matting to the cutting board.
Dave

2017 TK