FAQ's Piggl CAMPERVAN

Piggl CAMPERVAN has been specifically designed to fit all short or long wheelbase T5 or T6 Volkswagen Transporters including T5.1 and T6.1's.

If you own a long wheelbase T5 or T6 VW Transporter van please bear in mind that Piggl KITCHEN will be installed from the rear of your van as is it installed over, and in front of, the rear wheel arch.

Piggl CAMPERVAN  is precision CNC machined from phenolic resin faced birch plywood with a black hexagon shaped finish. Inner surfaces have a smooth black phenolic film finish. This material is robust, waterproof, UV resistant and hardwearing. The attractive, exposed birch plywood edges are sealed with linseed oil. 

If you want campervan furniture that's hardwearing, but don't mind a few knocks when you're lashing your mountain bikes in for your next adventure, then our furniture is perfect for you. 

Piggl KITCHEN is manufactured in 15mm thick phenolic resin faced birch plywood and Piggl BIKE-BED is made in 18mm thickness.

All cupboard doors and drawers have high quality stay-closed hinges, runners and latches.

We only use suppliers whose plywood is FSC® certified from sustainable European Forests. (FSC products have their forest of origin independently inspected and evaluated according to environmental, social and economic criteria agreed by the Forest Stewardship Council® AC.) FSC® (the Forest Stewardship Council®) is an international, non-profit making association whose membership includes environmental and social groups and progressive forestry and wood retail companies working in partnership to improve forest management worldwide. All depots of supplier have been awarded FSC® accredited certification by BM TRADA.

Piggl BIKE-BED is designed to work in unison with Piggl KITCHEN. The slimline design of the kitchen means that our bed is an impressive 1.2 metres wide - plus the integrated bike rack and storage drawers are not available from anyone else!

Whilst you can purchase Piggl KITCHEN and Piggl BIKE-BED separately, please be aware that a standard depth camper van kitchen from another supplier will not allow you to use Piggl BIKE-BED as there simply won’t be space to fit alternative kitchen units next to it.

If you only purchase Piggl KITCHEN and choose to install an alternative bed, then you will have a large gap and wasted space between your bed and kitchen. Plus, you will miss out on our unique 3-bike travel rack and in-built drawer system that Piggl BIKE-BED provides.

We recommend purchasing the complete Piggl CAMPERVAN system to maximise the use of space inside your van, take advantage of our unique bike rack system and to ensure matching colour and surface finish on your camper van interior.

Piggl CAMPERVAN, Piggl KITCHEN and Piggl BIKE-BED will be delivered to you on a pallet as a flat-pack kit. Each component is provided to you pre-cut and pre-drilled along with all the fixtures, fittings and instructions you will need to assemble it. Simply follow our step-by-step guide and in no time, you will have a robust, camper van kitchen and bike-bed ready to install into your van.

A good degree of DIY competency and some of your own tools like a PZ2 power driver and alley keys will be required - as will two people to help build, lift and install. If in doubt, consult a qualified trade person.

Once assembled Piggl BIKE-BED is installed using three existing floor mounting points of your van. You will need to locate and expose the mounting points (which may be under your van's sub-floor) prior to installation.

1. Assemble and install the bed frame to the floor of your van using the fixing bolts provided.
2. Fit the flat-top bed panels.
3. Slide in the two assembled drawers and that’s it… you’re ready to go.

Detailed fitting instructions are provided. The frame can be unbolted and the entire unit can be removed from your van if required. However, we don't recommend doing this too often as you will weaken the screw fixings. 

In travel-mode Piggl BIKE-BED has three slots machined into the top of the bench seat. Each slot is 60mm wide and is designed to hold one rear bicycle wheel (up to 29 inch and 2.4 inch wide). If you have a large frame, wide handle bars or require wider bike slots please feel free to contact us to discuss your bikes fit or a custom slot size before placing your order. Due the variable geometry of bike frames we cannot guarantee that all bikes will fit. 

1. Remove the bike-slot cover. Lift the first bike into your van and place the rear wheel of the bike into the farthest slot.
2. Repeat with your second and third rear bike wheels into remaining slots.
3. Lace a lashing strap up through the integrated, metal lashing point, around the bike frame and back down through the second lashing point. Pull tightly to secure.
4. Your bikes are now firmly held in place and you can drive away.

Please note: You will need one lashing strap per bike. Bike lashing straps are not provided with Piggl BIKE-BED, but are available to purchase from our website here ↠

Road bikes will need to be placed with the front wheel into the bike slot. Not all road bikes are suitable for use in Piggl BIKE-BED due to the variable geometry of the frames. Please contact us to discuss your road bike fit prior to purchase.

Bikes need to be removed to collapse the bed; three bikes can be stored in the gap alongside and in front of the bed, behind the driver's seat, with a wheel removed. One bike will fit alongside the bed without removing any wheels. Alternatively, lock up securely in an awning or other secure location at a campsite. 

Piggl BIKE-BED with 2 Wider Bike Slots it exactly the same Piggl BIKE-BED, but with two wider bike slots in to transport:

• 2 x Mountain bikes up to 29er with 2.6" wide wheels.
• 1 x Mountain bike up to 29er with 2.4" wide wheels.

The two wider bike slots are the central slot and the driver's side slot. The nearside slot in unable to be enlarged as it will interfere with the drawer underneath. 

Prevent mud and water drips on your Piggl BIKE-BED by using our microfibre Piggl TOWEL as an absorbent and protective barrier. Simply lay over the top of Piggl BIKE-BED and insert your bike wheels into the bike slots as normal. The towel will absorb drips from your bikes and can then be machine washed ready for the next use. 

In its upright position Piggl BIKE-BED is a bench seat or bike rack. To convert into a double bed for the night:

1. Push down on the two red handles on the runners located underneath the front panel to release the locks. Use the red handles to pull the bed forward slightly, using the strap on the bed to ease the 4 hinged, wooden panels down flat.
2. Once flat, simply slot in the two legs provided to support the front.
3. Then place your mattress of choice and bedding on top and cosy in for a comfortable night’s sleep.

To fold Piggl BIKE-BED away simply remove the mattress and bedding, pull the strap to raise up the middle two sections of the bed then push the bed backwards from the front. The bed will slide back easily on the runners in a smooth action and lock back into place. It’s that simple!

Piggl BIKE-BED Mattress Cushions are are custom made to follow the exact shape of Piggl BIKE-BED and we have carefully selected dual-density foam to provide comfortable sofa cushions to sit on and a supportive mattress to sleep on. The four cushions form a slouch-style sofa when Piggl BIKE-BED is in its upright position, then transform into a mattress when converted down into a bed.

We believe in quality and durability and Piggl BIKE-BED Mattress Cushions are made to last - there are no cheap foam imports here! Each mattress is handmade to order by highly experienced upholsterers in Chester, UK. 

All four cushions can be stored on the back shelf of Piggl BIKE-BED when the bike rack is in use. 

As an alternative,you can place an inflatable, double mattress on top of the bed to sleep on. Find our suggested mattress in the accessories section of our website.

Find out more about Piggl BIKE-BED Mattress Cushions here ↠

KOMBI SEATS: Piggl BIKE-BED can be fitted into a SWB or LWB Transporter with Kombi seats in place BUT it cannot then be used as a bike rack and the bed cannot be collapsed flat as the kombi seats are in the way. You need to remove the Kombi seats and, ideally, their floor brackets to use Piggl BIKE-BED correctly. Both can be bolted in and out.

The kombi seat floor brackets prevent the front drawer in Piggl BIKE-BED from opening. If you wish to keep the brackets in your floor you will need our Kombi KIT which fits seamlessly to the base of the frame and raises it up so that the drawer can open over the floor brackets.  

VW SHUTTLE: Whilst we have had customers fit Piggl BIKE-BED into their Shuttle, it is not designed to fit into a VW Shuttle as the interior panels will interfere with the fit of the bed. If you want to fit Piggl BIKE-BED into a VW Shuttle, then you will need some skills and be prepared to cut into or remove the wall panels, some of the floor and the rear tailgate panel as these will prevent the bed from being fitted.

In a LWB Shuttle, the floor mounting point for the bed may be located in the floor underneath the wall panels (in front of the rear wheel arch). Piggl cannot accept responsibility for any parts broken or damaged in fitting Piggl BIKE-BED into a VW Shuttle and the responsibility lies soley with the buyer as Piggl BIKE-BED has not been designed for this purpose. 

Add Kombi Kit to your Piggl BIKE-BED or Piggl CAMPERVAN order ↠

The bike rack of Piggl BIKE-BED is just designed to transport the bikes inside your van whilst on the move. 

Bikes need to be removed to collapse the bed; three bikes can be stored in the gap alongside and in front of the bed, behind the driver's seat, with a wheel removed. One bike will fit alongside the bed without removing any wheels. Alternatively, lock up securely in an awning or other secure location at a campsite. 

Piggl KITCHEN has been designed to fit over the rear wheel arch of all short or long wheelbase T5 or T6 Volkswagen Transporters, including T5.1 and T6.1's.

IMPORTANT NOTE: If you own a long wheelbase T5 or T6 VW Transporter van please bear in mind that Piggl KITCHEN will be installed from the rear of your van as is it installed over the rear wheel arch from the D-Pillar.

If you own a long wheelbase T5 or T6 VW Transporter van please bear in mind that Piggl KITCHEN will be installed from the back of your van as is it installed over the rear wheel arch from the D-Pillar.

Piggl KITCHEN needs to be secured to the internal wall panels of your van. We recommend one of these two options:

1. If you have access, you can to fit permanent bolts to the metal panels of your van that are exposed after you have insulated and carpeted your van interior. The kitchen can then be drilled to fit over these bolts and you can secure the kitchen in place with washers and locking nuts.

Piggl KITCHEN comes in two modules that, once assembled, fit seamlessly together.

1. Install the rear wheel arch module to the wall of your van using your preferred fixing method.
2. Screw the front unit to the rear wheel unit using the fixings provided so that they sit seamlessley together in a row.
3. Attach the front unit to the wall of your van using your preferred fitting method.

We prefer to keep cooking smoke and smells out of our van. Therefore, our Piggl KITCHEN does not include an inbuilt hob or gas ring. However, this portable gas camping stove is the perfect size to be stored neatly on a shelf inside the Piggl KITCHEN cupboard and placed onto the worktop.

Purchase your gas stove here ↠ 

If you have also purchased Piggl BIKE-BED, then why not add Piggl PANEL to your order? This panel fits neatly into the top of the extended rear drawer forming a robust platform, allowing you to place this gas stove on top for outdoor cooking*. Piggl PANEL can be purchased here ↠ 

*Do not place hot items directly onto Piggl KITCHEN surfaces, always use a suitable heat protective mat.

As standard Piggl KITCHEN does not include a cool box or fridge. We recommend a stand alone cool box that can be used inside and outside your van. Shown in the image below is a Dometic CF16 coolbox. 

As standard a slimline sink is provided with Piggl KITCHEN. It is up to you how you dispose of waste water.

Some users install fresh and foul water containers in their kitchen. This is the best option if you plan to use detergents to clean dishes. We recommend this fresh water installation kit plus a foul water collection container which can be purchased from us separately here ↠

Other users choose to drain the waste water to the outside using the standard bung hole in the floor of their Transporter. This is only acceptable if all you are not using detergents which may cause harm to the environment. If you don't want a waste water collection tank then you might consider this fresh water installation kit which can be purchased from us separately here ↠

Piggl PANEL is an optional extra part for Piggl BIKE-BED that slots into the top of the extended rear drawer to create an outdoor cooking station. A portable gas stove and other cooking equipment can be placed on top when in use*. 

Alternatively, the panel can be used as a table to rest your drinks or other equipment on whilst relaxing outdoors.

Piggl PANEL sits in the top of the rear drawer of Piggl BIKE-BED and can be neatly stored inside the drawer when no longer required.  

The panel is CNC machined from the same black phenolic resin faced birch plywood as Piggl BIKE-BED giving a robust and hardwearing surface. All exposed edges are sealed with linseed oil to prevent moisture ingress. 

Add Piggl PANEL to your Piggl BIKE-BED order today ↠

*Do not place hot items directly onto the Piggl PANEL surface, always use a suitable heat protective mat.

Piggl SIDE-POD has been designed to fit all short or long wheelbase T5 or T6 Volkswagen Transporters including T5.1 and T6.1's. 

Piggl SIDE-POD is not suitable if you have a row of Kombi seats in place inside your Transporter as it will not fit behind or alongside the seats.

If you have twin-sliding doors in your Transporter, then Piggl SIDE-POD will overhang the step. Piggl SIDE-POD does not have a solid base (as it is designed to sit on the floor of a standard Transporter) therefore you would need to add a base yourself or purchase our Piggl SIDE-POD Kombi Kit which raises the unit up 12mm and give the units a solid base. NOTE: You should add the Kombi Kit to Piggl SIDE-POD if you also have the kombi kit for Piggl BIKE-BED otherwise they will be different heights. 

Once assembled, Piggl SIDE-POD is installed using two of the existing mounting points in your van's floor and all fixings are provided. You will need to locate and expose the two mounting points shown below (which may be under your van's sub-foor) prior to installation.

USING WITH PIGGL BIKE-BED: Piggl SIDE-POD is designed to be installed alongside your Piggl BIKE-BED to create a full-width bed platform inside your Transporter when the bed is collapsed down flat. With Piggl BIKE-BED in its upright position Piggl SIDE-POD provides extra stuff-storage inside your campervan.

Piggl SIDE-POD is precision CNC machined from 18mm thick phenolic resin faced birch plywood with a black hexagon shaped finish. Inside panels have a smooth black phenolic film finish. This material is robust, waterproof, UV resistant and hardwearing. The attractive, exposed Birch Plywood edges are sealed with linseed oil. 

The hinged lid has high quality, soft-close hinges. The pods are fixed to the floor using sturdy, steel brackets and bolts using the existing floor mounting points in your Transporter. 

If you want campervan furniture that's hardwearing, but don't mind a few knocks when you're lashing your mountain bikes in for your next adventure, then our furniture is perfect for you.

Piggl SIDE-POD is designed to be installed alongside your Piggl BIKE-BED to create a full-width bed platform inside your Transporter when the bed is collapsed down flat. With Piggl BIKE-BED in its upright position Piggl SIDE-POD provides extra stuff-storage inside your campervan.

For the best install, we recommed installing Piggl SIDE-POD first into your Transporter using the brackets provided, and then installing Piggl BIKE-BED afterwards. Both items of furniture use the same rear mounting point in your van's floor next to the D-Pillar, but the metal bracket provided needs to sit under Piggl BIKE-BED. 

If you already have Piggl BIKE-BED in place then you will need to unbolt the bed frame from the floor of your van, lift the frame up slightly to allow the fixing bracket of Piggl SIDE-POD to slide into place underneath the bed frame before bolting back down into place. 

Piggl SIDE-POD cannot be installed into a VW Transporter Kombi van as it will not fit with the seats inside your van. You will need to remove the seats to install Piggl SIDE-POD. If you also have the kombi seat brackets in the floor of your Transporter then ideally, you will remove them to fit Piggl SIDE-POD.

If you cannot remove the floor brackets then you will need our Piggl SIDE-POD KOMBI KIT which raises the unit up over and around the floor brackets, allowing them to be fitted to the floor of your van safetly.

If you have twin-sliding doors in your Transporter, then Piggl SIDE-POD will overhang the step. Piggl SIDE-POD does not have a solid base (as it is designed to sit on the floor of a standard Transporter) therefore you would need to add a base yourself or purchase our Piggl SIDE-POD Kombi Kit which raises the unit up 12mm and give the units a solid base. NOTE: You should add the Kombi Kit to Piggl SIDE-POD if you also have the kombi kit for Piggl BIKE-BED otherwise they will be different heights. 

Piggl SIDE-POD will be delivered to you on a pallet as a flat-pack kit. Each component is provided to you pre-cut and pre-drilled along with all the fixtures, fittings and instructions you will need to assemble it. Simply follow our step-by-step guide and in no time, you will have a robust storage unit ready to install into your van.

A good degree of DIY competency and some of your own tools like a power driver and allen keys will be required - as will two people to help lift and install. If in doubt, consult a qualified trade person.

Install + Piggl SIDE-POD. For a small additional charge we will assemble your Piggl SIDE-POD and have it ready for you to collect from us in Chester in your prepared Transporter.

Install is available from us in Chester (CH3) only. We will contact you to agree a suitable date and time. Install requires you to have prepared your Transporter with exposed floor mounting points ready for us to install your ready-built Piggl SIDE-POD. 

Installation can be added as an optional extra by selecting Install + Piggl SIDE-POD from the payment options drop-down menu.

Add Piggl SIDE-POD Cushions to your Piggl SIDE POD. When coupled with Piggl BIKE-BED Mattress Cushions you create a full width mattress inside your VW Transporter. The bed size is larger than king-size at 200 x 162cm. 

We believe in quality and durability and all Piggl Mattress Cushions are made to last - there are no cheap foam imports here! Each mattress is handmade to order by highly experienced upholsterers in the UK from dual-density foam to provide comfortable sofa cushions to sit on and a supportive mattress to sleep on. 

All cushions can be stored on the back shelf of Piggl BIKE-BED when the bike rack is in use.

As an alternative,you can place an inflatable mattress on top of the bed to sleep on. Find our suggested mattress in the accessories section of our website. 

Find out more about all Piggl Mattress Cushions here ↠

To make placing an order for your Piggl SIDE-POD as easy and as flexible as possible we have three payment options:

1. Pay in full: Once your order is ready to be dispatched we will contact you to discuss a suitable delivery date. 

2. Pay a deposit: This deposit is non-refundable and will secure your order to commence CNC manufacture. Once your order is ready to be dispatched we will contact you to take the remaining balance payment (£650) and to discuss a suitable delivery date. 

3. Install + Piggl SIDE-POD: For a small additional charge we will assemble your Piggl SIDE-POD and have it ready for you to collect from us in Chester in your prepared Transporter.

Install is available from us in Chester (CH3) only. We will contact you to agree a suitable date and time. Install requires you to have prepared your Transporter with exposed floor mounting points ready for us to install your ready-built Piggl SIDE-POD. 

Deposit payments are not available on accessories. 

Delivery is on weekdays only (excluding bank holidays)

We recommend cleaning the surfaces of Piggl SIDE-POD only with a lightly damp cloth and hot, soapy water. Do not use harsh chemicals nor abrasives as this may damage surfaces. Wipe up spills immediately. Do not soak. Wipe dry immediately.

We recommend annually resealing the exposed birch plywood edges with a light application of linseed oil to help prevent moisture ingress.

Do not place hot items directly onto Piggl SIDE-POD surfaces, always use a suitable heat protective mat.

To make placing an order as easy and as flexible as possible we have two payment options:

1. Pay in full immediately.

2. Pay a deposit. This deposit is non-refundable and will secure your order to commence CNC manufacture of your unit. Once your order is ready to be dispatched we will let you know via email and you can pay the remaining balance.

Deposit payments are not available on accessories. 

Delivery is on weekdays only (excluding bank holidays).

Our install option is only available on Piggl BIKE-BED. Install is not available on Piggl KITCHEN nor on Piggl CAMPERVAN. Install is in Chester (CH3) only. 

Piggl CAMPERVAN products including Piggl KITCHEN and Piggl BIKE-BED are made to the highest possible standards. All parts including units, hinges, drawer runners, handles, sink and tap have a 12-month guarantee against manufacturing defect.

Please check your order upon delivery and contact us immediately via email info@piggl.co.uk if there is any visible damage or missing parts along with photos and we will resolve the problem as quickly as we can.

We cannot accept responsibility for any damage caused as part of unloading, assembly or installation nor from misuse or general wear and tear as to be expected from a camper van product.

Please note that some of the surfaces of your Piggl product may have some scratches or dents. This is an inevitable part of the CNC manufacturing process, and mainly occur on the smooth, black surafces. These 'B' surfaces will not be seen once the products are assembled and fitted into your van - and in no way compromise the integrity of the product. 

We recommend cleaning the surfaces of Piggl CAMPERVAN only with a damp cloth and hot, soapy water. Do not use harsh chemicals nor abrasives as this may damage surfaces. Wipe up spills immediately. Do not soak. Wipe dry immediately.

We recommend annually resealing the exposed birch plywood edges with a light application of linseed oil to help prevent moisture ingress.

Do not place hot items directly onto Piggl CAMPERVAN surfaces, always use a suitable heat protective mat.

Piggl KITCHEN sink should be cleaned only using a stainless-steel appropriate cleaner. Avoid harsh chemicals and abrasives as they may damage the sink.

Tap should only be cleaned with a damp cloth and hot, soapy water. Do not use harsh chemicals nor abrasives as this may damage surface finish.