Introducing WINDOW PODS®
A brand new premium finish for your WindowPod® in a huge range of RAL colours, brought to you by Vanshades. This new high-grade OEM finish is the perfect way to add colour and quality to your interior build.
Our lead times vary from time to time. This is because all of our products are hand-built to order and production times can sometimes fluctuate. Please keep an eye on the red banner at the top of our website, which will give you an indication of current lead times.
All Window Pods will now feature our new Vanshades X Blind System – find out more here.
Window Pods ordered after 23/09/24 will have the new X System blind, if you are looking to match our previous blind system please contact us.
Our product lead times are currently 4-5 weeks
Window Pods® are designed to fit to the steel window recess of the vehicle. Window Pods® are therefore not compatible with any plastic trim present around the window (e.g. Tourneo Custom). If you are unsure if this applies to your vehicle, please get in touch via email or phone before placing your order.
The Vanshades Original Window Pod® system is a camper van window blinds system that is an easy to install, pre-assembled blind and frame system which offers stylish privacy for all windows of your VW T5 & T6 or Ford Transit Custom camper van.
*Please be advised Spectrum RAL colours may not be true to real colours due to screen settings. It’s strongly recommended using the K7 Classic RAL colour swatches to match to your preference in person.
Please be advised our Window Pods are made from recycled ABS plastic, when ordering ‘Naked’ the Pods can be subject to some minor blemishes. The ‘Naked’ option is available for customers or convertors who wish to carpet the Pods themselves.
Driver Position Right-Hand Drive (RHD)
The Vanshades Original Window Pod® system is a camper van window blinds system that is an easy to install, pre-assembled blind and frame system which offers stylish privacy for all windows of your Ford Transit Custom camper van.
A tasteful alternative to curtains, Window Pods achieve a flawless modern finish to your windows and conversion whilst offering blackout and thermal qualities.
Our easy to install Window Pod® system is suitable for use at conversion stage, or to retro fit to existing conversions.
Vanshades X Blind System
All Window Pods will now feature our newly developed X System, a specially designed blind solution that improves functionality and durability.
New Blind System Features:
Cellular Thermal/Blackout Features
The foil lined cellular pleated structure of our thermal blinds have been created to give a modern sleek look. The cellular design holds a layer of air which acts as an insulator, retaining heat in the winter and keeping your vehicle cool in the summer.
Yes they do, please take visit our WindowPod® page for more details.
We would recommend you speak to your conversion company or previous owner regarding carpet colours to be sure, however, if you're unable to do so you can use our free sample service. Please be aware that our stocked carpets are limited, and we cannot guarantee a 100% match.
As Window Pods® feature a thermal, blackout blind. Most blinds are white on the reverse (outside) to reflect light and heat. We have included two colours in our range which are coloured on the reverse which are Midnight and Wine.
A Window Pod is an ABS plastic frame vacuum formed to fit a window recess. The frame holds a polyester pleated blind which is completely blackout, with a foil lined honeycomb structure which adds thermal properties to the vehicle.
We manufacture our own splashbacks, and we can also offer a Window Pod or blind only (without frame) to be secured to the back of your existing splashback. This will be difficult to add to a splashback which is already installed in a vehicle!
As our splashbacks are sold by default in one size, they will need resizing to fit your vehicle. Whether you have an aluminium composite or acrylic splashback, they can be cut with a jigsaw and straight edge. We recommend using masking tape where you are cutting to avoid scratching and chipping.
As Evo kitchens are normally of a higher worktop height than most units. This can have an impact on a Window Pod for a sliding window behind the driver. We recommend using a splashback with an Evo kitchen.
As Window Pods are fitted with self-drilling screws, there will be holes in the steel bodywork of the vehicle, these are however all hidden by the product and are nowhere near any glass, electrics, or locks.
No, Window Pods have been designed with this in mind. The tailgate Window Pods® have a motor housing cover built in to cover the wiper motor.
The blinds in Window Pods can be cleaned with a damp cloth.
The design of a Window Pod® starts with the raw data we gather by laser scanning the vehicle. This data allows our designers to understand every curve of the window recess and incorporate this into our designs to ensure a snug fit.
We offer a no quibble warranty on our Window Pods®. Our helpful staff are on hand to resolve customer queries quickly and efficiently. Our 5-star Google and Facebook reviews speak for themselves.
Our manufacturing process includes vacuum forming, CNC machinery and laser cutters, Window Pods® are manufactured by skilled operatives with no compromise to quality and finish.
Window Pods® come complete with all the required fittings and are easily installed in minutes, but don’t take our word for it, check out our how-to guides or visit our YouTube channel to see for yourself.
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Vanshades is committed to improving our manufacturing processes and minimising our impact on the environment. 100% of our waste plastic material is recycled and converted back into useable materials.