Tiny House Build
What Tools Do You Need to Build a Tiny House?
Key tools needed to build a tiny house – plan to borrow, rent or buy Are you thinking of building a tiny little house for yourself this year? We get it! A DIY build is the most cost-effective way to save 50% compared to a professionally built model. Also, 68% of people who live in…
Read MoreDIY Tiny Home Build Stories
Don’t miss our new series if you want to build your own tiny home! Christian and I are excited to share our new series, DIY Tiny Home Build Stories. We hope to inspire you with these do-it-yourself success stories. Because it is possible, fulfilling, and the best way to save money on a tiny house.…
Read MoreBuilding a Retaining Wall for Your Homestead
Retaining wall tips & ideas for your small house homestead! Getting started on a small or tiny house homestead? A retaining wall is a landscaping improvement that protects your property from flooding damage while adding an attractive element to it. It slows down soil erosion and can help to increase your property’s value. Additionally, it…
Read MoreKeep Your Tiny House Cool This Summer: 4 Tips
Begin prep to keep your tiny house cool during the build phase…just like keeping it warm. Tiny houses are growing in popularity due to cost-effectiveness, eco-consciousness, and mobility. However, thanks to their compact spaces, small houses can heat up faster, especially during summer, compromising your home’s comfort. Read on for four ways to keep your…
Read MoreWinter in a Tiny House: 5 Ways to Prepare
Planning for your future tiny home? Consider the following important winter prep. Tiny homes are a good option for people looking for financial freedom, mobility, and those in search of a different life. Keep in mind that most tiny homeowners usually face unique challenges, especially during winter. Keeping your tiny house warm and cozy throughout…
Read MoreTiny House Doors: Tips for Choosing the Right Kind
Planning your tiny house design? Tiny homes have gained popularity due to their minimal carbon footprint, eco-friendliness, and low cost. While they offer several benefits, special considerations must be made, one of which is the doors. Tiny house doors must be intentionally used to maximize your space. Importantly, the exterior kind needs to be solid…
Read More6 Tips to Help You Find a Roofer to Work on Your Tiny House
DIY building? Hiring a roofer could be worth it… Roofing is already expensive and challenging enough and the complexity increases when we are talking about tiny homes. It took us an entire month to install our stand and seam metal roof! So if you are looking to save time and heartache of mistakes in this…
Read MoreTiny Home Conversion Competition Event + Meetup
Gutted! Sept 8-12, 2021 in Alamosa, Colorado Do you love the incredibly unique and differing kinds of homes on wheels? You definitely want to check out Gutted, a tiny home conversion competition and meetup in southern Colorado. Three teams compete to renovate a van, an RV, and a school bus over five days! While the…
Read MoreWhy a Small Barndominium May Be the Perfect Tiny Home Option for You
The more tiny and small home options the better! Tiny homes and barndominiums are two home design trends that have been all the rage lately. While these trendy types of homes seem like they are exact opposites, they actually have a lot in common. These housing trends are both cheaper than traditional new construction, which…
Read MoreAn Essential for Your Tiny Home: Portable Table Saw
Get creative DIY tiny home projects started with a portable table saw! Are you building a tiny house, or anticipating many home improvement projects in your tiny home and looking for the best tool for your needs? You want to get the right tool. One versatile piece of equipment that offers the right amount of…
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