Half ply, half carpet

[Jonathan Tompkins]

I'm not having a full camper conversion as I need the space for day to day work. I like the sound of carpet lining for when I use it as a camper van but I'm worried it would easily scuff up and be hard to clean down near the floor. The kit I carry isn't filthy but it is occasionally dirty or damp.

Has anyone had the lower half ply lined and the upper half carpeted without it looking rubbish?

 

[Richard]

I have seen plastic trays in estate cars to protect the interior and, assuming that you find something suitable, you might be able to carpet to the floor - using the tray to protect the carpet when necessary. Search the web using "car boot plastic tray" and click "images" to see what I am talking about.
Richard.

 

[Jonathan Tompkins]

Good idea but I'd rather have something more permanent, hence the half ply up the walls and the rest carpet. I'm sure it'll look ridiculous though.

 

[Jamie2.0]

Aren't some of the guys offering laminate or aluminium composite panels? Could that be a solution to think about?

 

[RAD]

What about a vinyl, something to easily wipe. How high up would you need to be plain?

 

[Jonathan Tompkins]

Up to the top of the wheel arches would be enough.

 

[RAD]

Ok, if it were me, id consider checkerplating. Durable and if gone right woild look better than plain ply