@Afterworkinhours Ha! I'm not so sure about the brass balls, but who knows! Thanks. this is my other home on wheels...4 instead of 18 though.... The music was a sort of "tribal jam" thing I worked up with T. David (musician/trucker as well) a few years ago. It seemed a fitting soundtrack for this vid..... Peace!
@outlawracer2229 I've actually moved it with a Blazer 4x4, but would not recommend going down the road without something bigger...! Right now it is stationary...it's not really something you'd want move every weekend. I'm sure an F-350 or bigger truck would be fine though...
@TheOverlord2010 It was no small task, with many unforseen hurdles. However, if you wish to go this path with your own tiny house/cabin, at the end of the day, you when the dues have been paid, you will not regret your choice. The only regret I have is that I did not think to do this about 10 years ago... but with that said, all things happen in the right time. So start planning, designing and and envisioning, even if you have not even a hammer. One step leads to the next.... Good Luck!
nice job. My Tiny house is coming along, though not as fast as yours. I started in March 2011 and am about half done. Just completed framing the roof. I'm wiring all the lights for 12 volt and some appliances (computers) for 12 volt. Inverters for other appliances. What did you do for hot water?
@Livinggreen100 Thanks and congrats on yours as well. Mine actually took about 2 years to build, mostly because of having limited funds but as well just finding time and waiting for the weather to cooperate for exterior stuff and as well, additional time for planning and various redesigns along the way. For my hot water, I found a small 12 gallon single element 120v 1500w water heater. I wired it to a switch so it's only in use when I need hot water for the shower or dishes. It works great.
@AdelieC Oh boy...I'd have to get the tape measure out to give ya exact dimentions at the moment. Roughly speaking though, it's built on an 8' x 20' trailer, so thats the overall footprint. Of course the final interior dimentions are a bit smaller than that due to wall thickness. The loft spans about half of the interior length and then the "living room/music studio" (not really pictured in this video) half is open. The exterior height is about 13' 4', just under road legal limit of 13' 6'...
Do you know the full weight of all your materials... minus the trailer... ? I like your idea of lowering the sleeping space.. I am thinking below would be the ideal space for a office..where headroom is not needed. Why did you put wood in your shower.... any particular reason.. seems heavier than some waterproof alternatives..?? Do you live in it full time? Thanks
@FoxWebServices123 Let me answer in reverse... yes I do live in it full time. The wood shower is heavier than other alternatives but I liked the idea better than having plastic intruding into my space. As far as weight of materials, i'm not quite sure. all I know is that this works for me.... off the grid (mostly) ....see ya... and thanks!
Love what you've done!! How is the house holding up so far? What area of the country are you in? I noticed a lot of what you used to build the house came from Lowe's... How much did it all cost when said and done? Where did you find the heater? Would you be considering solar power for the future electrical needs? I am looking into building one for myself and doing what I can for research so any help/advice would be welcome.
@Igotya247 Thanks, it's holding up great with no problems at all. I live in it full time here in southwestern Ohio. Much did come from Lowe's, mostly because it was the closest source for materials. Cost wise, somewhere in the 16-18 grand ballpark, maybe 20 if you count all the furnishings. I just heat with a very small electric cube heater. Works great although I did plumb for propane as well. I first wanted it to be all solar but the intial cost put that on the back burner for now... some day!
@Igotya247 I'd be happy to help answer any questions you have about it though, so just shoot me a message. As for the total cost thing goes, that can be extremely variable depending on where you source materials and how flexible you are in terms of working with what you've got. For example, I think I spent $1200 or so on windows, to get the exact ones I wanted (wood frame, high efficiantcy, at custom dimentions)... where as I could have gone with basic stock el chepos for half the price...
@EPGohlke Or better yet go to auctions, garage sales, craigslist, etc. and get all the windows you need for a couple hundred bucks. Since building the cabin, I've picked up two brand new windows at an auction for $20 each and a super nice octagon shaped window brand new that normally costs about $300 for $20 on clearance. So right there are three brand new windows for $60! The only drawback to this is that you have to build now according to what you find rather than laying out a definate plan...
What do you think of building a slide-out for the kitchen? Do you think it's doable when building one of these? My idea involves sliding out just enough to make the kitchen counter and cabinets seem "built in". Maybe it's not worth the extra effort and safety for only like 12 extra sqft.
@PigeonTech Yeah it's doable but you have to consider the added wieght to the trailer and cost of materials. As well as engineering challenges so it operates right and it watertight. Slide outs always seemed to me, like a good place for something to go wrong, a weak link of sorts. However, I'm sure that if it is done correctly and really well, that there would be no problems. So in the end, the magic question is as you said, is it worth it?
Not trying to be negative, but you must have D.O.T. approval of your trailer, or it is not road legal. It must meet braking standards, lighting standards, and cannot exceed GVW rating of the chassis and tires. Licensing and insurance may happen, but if checked, and not in compliance, will be impounded
@berhorst59 10-4 driver! You bring up a valid point that anyone building something like this needs to take into consideration and as well, adhere to the regulations. Especially if they plan on interstate travel. Being a CDL holder myself I am fully aware of DOT and thier regs so I was sure to stay within the limits and meet the minimum requirements. Roll on and keep the shiny side up!
Nice job but I would leave out the toilet, it is just too disgusting with the chems and feces sloshing around, eventually the smell gets into the walls.
@anarchore Thanks, but as the toilet goes, it's really not disgusting at all. First, I use no chemicals, just woodchips/sawdust. Each "deposit" is then covered with said material. My real trick however is an exhaust fan system down inside to toilet box. It moves 1 cubic foot of air per second out to nature and at the same time pulls fresh air in at the same rate. No foul or noxious odors of any sort escape into the living quarters. It actually is way more effective than a conventional bathroom.
@anarchore I understand though, your scepticism of such a system. Of all the questions about tiny house living, this is oddly enough the most common and frequent. So you are not alone or unique in your misunderstandings. I can tell you from experience though, as I've now been living in my tiny cabin full time since about the time this video was posted, that feces sloshing and smells permeating the walls is not at all a slightest of concern...
@anarchore Oh, and just out of curiosity, how do you deal with the need for fecal disposal in your tiny house? You must have an outhouse I would presume?? Does that work well and suit your needs?
@EPGohlke I bought a trailer a while ago and am doing a complete rebuild inside, while living in it. The first thing I did was rip out the toilet. All the walls and flooring around the toilet smelled pretty bad both of chems and the other odours... there is now a nice little propane canister wood stove where the toilet was... so that's where I got my prejudice against toilets in small spaces, but now that you explain your setup it sounds pretty convenient... I have to go outside
@anarchore There are many ways to get to a common goal and what works for one may not work for another. But the key thing is sharing of information so that ideas may be tried and modified until a suitable solution in found. I mean, we're all in this together right?! I would not have reached this point if others had not shared thier ideas freely. And the end result is a thoughtful composite of things learned and things desired, to the harvest of ones intentions... Peace Anarchore!
@Greenify24 That is awsome! Build it!!! You will not be sorry, that I can say for sure. I built mine on a 20 ft flatbed trailer, often referred to as a car hauler trailer. I found mine new somewhere in Indiana for about $1800. You can find them everywhere, but prices vary wildly depending on specs and condition, etc. Just remember that this is the foundation of all you're about to invest, so don't go to cheap here. With that said, you can save alot of cash by shopping around for used trailer too
@signal44 Thank you, and it means alot that this venture is not only serving it purpose for me, but as well is an inspiration to others like yourself as well. It was in the same way that I was inspired by others to steer the rudder in this direction. Peace!!
@exodous02 Yes it is a fan switch. There is an exaust fan mounted inside the compost toilet box. Fresh air gets pulled in through the gap in the seat and any odor from the compost bucket is blown out through the bottom of the trailer. It really works fantastically. Virtually no odors escape into the cabin at all....
@hootiepaladin yep... I knew very little about wiring, so I bought a book and just studied and took my time... Wiring a trailer cabin is exactly the same as wiring a house. I have a regular breaker panel and lots of 110v outlets and whatnot.... It's not as hard as you might think, if you just go step by step....
@djkenny Its a standard 12 gallon electric water heater with one 1500w element. It works great. Plenty of hot water for a shower. I currently heat with a very small electric heater, which easily keeps it very toasty. The plans and design are my own, however, I got alot of ideas and inspiration from many other tiny housers and the Tiny House Blog run by Kent Griswold, which is a great resource... Thanks!!
@EPGohlke Way cool. I thought about a on demand, but I am not sure about propane.. I see those the most often. I imagine there is decent electric little on demands? A small 12 gallon one is likely available at a place like Home Depot?
Was this home something you drew up? Did a contractor or anyone help? It reminds me a lot of a Lugsby. I like the full size sink, that would be handy for washing clothes too.
Can you show the bath? Is it all one piece- toilet and shower, or is there seperation?
@djkenny I had checked as well into electric on demand water heaters but found that they require 220v power (like dryer or stove for example). I wanted to be able to run all my electric off one standard 110v outlet so I could hook up anywhere, so that was out of the question for me. As for the propane, that may have worked but in the end it just seemed simpler to use a small electric one (found at lowes or home depot). I also wired it to a switch, so its only on when I need it. Very efficient!
@djkenny I had spent about 6 months before starting construction just drawing and sketching rough floor plans and exterier views, trying to think of every conceivable senario and the best way to use every bit of space and how to suit my needs and whatnot. When I had finally decided on on the layout, I actually spraypainted a full size layout, all to scale in the driveway. Then I could walk around in the space and get a real feel for the size and design. And then some aspects evolved as I built..
@gimmedatstick Yes it works great! It gives you a chance as well to experiment with the floorplan before starting the build. You could also pound some stakes in the ground and run a string line for the same effect... It's a great way to bring your space to life in the planning and design stages.... and fun too!
@gtrboy1 Yes and it's working it way there... I had put this slideshow together before I had the "studio" part of it done. I need to update the video soon. Now I have my recording gear in (mostly) and guitars,keyboard,bongos etc...
I'm dreaming of building a tiny house in 2 or 3 years. I LOVED this video. You have a beautiful tiny home there, and I totally appreciated the step by step in the beginning!
@BiscuitNGravyTales Thank Ya! I'm glad the video could be helpful for you. Definately go for it, you won't regret it! I got alot of inspiration and ideas for mine from vids like this by Dee Williams, Jay Sheafer any many others. Also the Tiny House Blog run by Kent Griswold is very informitive. I hope to do an update video soon now that I live in the cabin full time....Good luck and happy building when you get to it!
very very nice job start to finish i am doing a off grid cabin and was wondering about your shower what kint of floor did you go with and what did you treet your shower walls with love your table
@chalkhill714 Thanks and congrats on going off grid! The shower floor is just a concrete slab with an expoy paint sealer applied after the concrete cured, very simple to do and effective. The walls were treated with Marine grade Spar Varnish, the same stuff used on wooden boats. And after all the coats of varnish, then finally every crack, joint, groove or corner got a healthy dose of silicone. The result was a watertight wooden shower! It was an experiment really, but it works great. Good Luck!
@Krissinator Thanks Krissinator... As for plans, yes they were mine, but it was more a series of evolving sketches. I had spent a several months just trying to figure out the best way to use my 20 feet of space. When the final floorplan was set, then building began. But the details always changed as I went, like the table you mentioned, was supposed to be a fold out off the kitchen counter... However, when I got ready to build it, it didn't seem right, so I changed it at the last minute. PEACE!
@mcndaisy Thank you much! I tried to make the loft as big as possible height wise, so instead of having it sit at the top of the walls, it actually is about a foot and a half below the top of the walls, giving some extra headroom up there. It's right at about 4 feet high in the center. The total height of the cabin is about 13' 4", just shy of the legal limit to pull down the road (without having to get oversized load permits). Hope that helps...PEACE!!
@Klippencott Actually I'm not sure of the exact weight yet. I will probably scale it sometime in the future to find out. Guessing maybe 8,000 pounds or so maybe. As far as pulling it, something along the lines of a F-250, but that also depends on where and how far as well. I'll have a better idea pretty soon!!
Nice, all you need is a set of brass balls to hang off the back. Seriously, very impressive both the cabin and the music.
Afterworkinhours 1 day ago
@Afterworkinhours Ha! I'm not so sure about the brass balls, but who knows! Thanks. this is my other home on wheels...4 instead of 18 though.... The music was a sort of "tribal jam" thing I worked up with T. David (musician/trucker as well) a few years ago. It seemed a fitting soundtrack for this vid..... Peace!
EPGohlke 20 hours ago
i've been studying these for a while, but i've never seen one like this.....Great job!
minecraftplayers1 1 day ago
@minecraftplayers1 Thanks and appreciated!
EPGohlke 21 hours ago
Nice job mate!
packofhounds 5 days ago
What size/type truck do you pull it with?
outlawracer2229 6 days ago
@outlawracer2229 I've actually moved it with a Blazer 4x4, but would not recommend going down the road without something bigger...! Right now it is stationary...it's not really something you'd want move every weekend. I'm sure an F-350 or bigger truck would be fine though...
EPGohlke 21 hours ago
this is probably my favorite tiny home you did a great job.
mardiwillis 1 week ago 2
@mardiwillis Thank you Mardi... It was an endeavor of passion, which I now just call home...
EPGohlke 1 week ago
Very nice job you made of it, wish I had one now.
TheOverlord2010 2 weeks ago
@TheOverlord2010 It was no small task, with many unforseen hurdles. However, if you wish to go this path with your own tiny house/cabin, at the end of the day, you when the dues have been paid, you will not regret your choice. The only regret I have is that I did not think to do this about 10 years ago... but with that said, all things happen in the right time. So start planning, designing and and envisioning, even if you have not even a hammer. One step leads to the next.... Good Luck!
EPGohlke 1 week ago
a very nice little house ;)
HappyandAtheist 2 weeks ago
@HappyandAtheist Thanks!
EPGohlke 2 weeks ago
nice job. My Tiny house is coming along, though not as fast as yours. I started in March 2011 and am about half done. Just completed framing the roof. I'm wiring all the lights for 12 volt and some appliances (computers) for 12 volt. Inverters for other appliances. What did you do for hot water?
Thanks for sharing.
Livinggreen100 3 weeks ago
@Livinggreen100 Thanks and congrats on yours as well. Mine actually took about 2 years to build, mostly because of having limited funds but as well just finding time and waiting for the weather to cooperate for exterior stuff and as well, additional time for planning and various redesigns along the way. For my hot water, I found a small 12 gallon single element 120v 1500w water heater. I wired it to a switch so it's only in use when I need hot water for the shower or dishes. It works great.
EPGohlke 3 weeks ago
@Livinggreen100 Do you have a vid or pics up of your tiny house project yet?
EPGohlke 3 weeks ago
I love this floor plan. What are the dimensions?
AdelieC 1 month ago
@AdelieC Oh boy...I'd have to get the tape measure out to give ya exact dimentions at the moment. Roughly speaking though, it's built on an 8' x 20' trailer, so thats the overall footprint. Of course the final interior dimentions are a bit smaller than that due to wall thickness. The loft spans about half of the interior length and then the "living room/music studio" (not really pictured in this video) half is open. The exterior height is about 13' 4', just under road legal limit of 13' 6'...
EPGohlke 3 weeks ago
@EPGohlke Thank you!
AdelieC 3 weeks ago
@AdelieC ...welcome!
EPGohlke 3 weeks ago
Do you know the full weight of all your materials... minus the trailer... ? I like your idea of lowering the sleeping space.. I am thinking below would be the ideal space for a office..where headroom is not needed. Why did you put wood in your shower.... any particular reason.. seems heavier than some waterproof alternatives..?? Do you live in it full time? Thanks
Sibl SE WI.
FoxWebServices123 1 month ago
@FoxWebServices123 Let me answer in reverse... yes I do live in it full time. The wood shower is heavier than other alternatives but I liked the idea better than having plastic intruding into my space. As far as weight of materials, i'm not quite sure. all I know is that this works for me.... off the grid (mostly) ....see ya... and thanks!
EPGohlke 1 month ago
Erick,
Love what you've done!! How is the house holding up so far? What area of the country are you in? I noticed a lot of what you used to build the house came from Lowe's... How much did it all cost when said and done? Where did you find the heater? Would you be considering solar power for the future electrical needs? I am looking into building one for myself and doing what I can for research so any help/advice would be welcome.
Igotya247 1 month ago
@Igotya247 Thanks, it's holding up great with no problems at all. I live in it full time here in southwestern Ohio. Much did come from Lowe's, mostly because it was the closest source for materials. Cost wise, somewhere in the 16-18 grand ballpark, maybe 20 if you count all the furnishings. I just heat with a very small electric cube heater. Works great although I did plumb for propane as well. I first wanted it to be all solar but the intial cost put that on the back burner for now... some day!
EPGohlke 1 month ago
@Igotya247 I'd be happy to help answer any questions you have about it though, so just shoot me a message. As for the total cost thing goes, that can be extremely variable depending on where you source materials and how flexible you are in terms of working with what you've got. For example, I think I spent $1200 or so on windows, to get the exact ones I wanted (wood frame, high efficiantcy, at custom dimentions)... where as I could have gone with basic stock el chepos for half the price...
EPGohlke 1 month ago
@EPGohlke Or better yet go to auctions, garage sales, craigslist, etc. and get all the windows you need for a couple hundred bucks. Since building the cabin, I've picked up two brand new windows at an auction for $20 each and a super nice octagon shaped window brand new that normally costs about $300 for $20 on clearance. So right there are three brand new windows for $60! The only drawback to this is that you have to build now according to what you find rather than laying out a definate plan...
EPGohlke 1 month ago
What do you think of building a slide-out for the kitchen? Do you think it's doable when building one of these? My idea involves sliding out just enough to make the kitchen counter and cabinets seem "built in". Maybe it's not worth the extra effort and safety for only like 12 extra sqft.
PigeonTech 1 month ago
@PigeonTech Yeah it's doable but you have to consider the added wieght to the trailer and cost of materials. As well as engineering challenges so it operates right and it watertight. Slide outs always seemed to me, like a good place for something to go wrong, a weak link of sorts. However, I'm sure that if it is done correctly and really well, that there would be no problems. So in the end, the magic question is as you said, is it worth it?
EPGohlke 1 month ago
Not trying to be negative, but you must have D.O.T. approval of your trailer, or it is not road legal. It must meet braking standards, lighting standards, and cannot exceed GVW rating of the chassis and tires. Licensing and insurance may happen, but if checked, and not in compliance, will be impounded
berhorst59 1 month ago
@berhorst59 10-4 driver! You bring up a valid point that anyone building something like this needs to take into consideration and as well, adhere to the regulations. Especially if they plan on interstate travel. Being a CDL holder myself I am fully aware of DOT and thier regs so I was sure to stay within the limits and meet the minimum requirements. Roll on and keep the shiny side up!
EPGohlke 1 month ago
piss off
pepperoni742 2 weeks ago
@pepperoni742 ...care to elaborate on that comment or is that the extent of you ignornance???
EPGohlke 2 weeks ago
Amazing littel house! nice work.
CRAZYERTHANEVER 1 month ago
@CRAZYERTHANEVER Thank ya much! Peace and good fortune your way....
EPGohlke 1 month ago
very nice!
Relda999 1 month ago
@Relda999 Thank Ya Relda!
EPGohlke 1 month ago
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Thumbs up for tiny houses and not using more than you need!
WalksThroughLife 1 month ago
Nice job but I would leave out the toilet, it is just too disgusting with the chems and feces sloshing around, eventually the smell gets into the walls.
anarchore 2 months ago
@anarchore Thanks, but as the toilet goes, it's really not disgusting at all. First, I use no chemicals, just woodchips/sawdust. Each "deposit" is then covered with said material. My real trick however is an exhaust fan system down inside to toilet box. It moves 1 cubic foot of air per second out to nature and at the same time pulls fresh air in at the same rate. No foul or noxious odors of any sort escape into the living quarters. It actually is way more effective than a conventional bathroom.
EPGohlke 2 months ago
@EPGohlke I like that. Woodchips or sawdust, so you wind up with nature friendly compost.
Gemquist 2 months ago
@anarchore I understand though, your scepticism of such a system. Of all the questions about tiny house living, this is oddly enough the most common and frequent. So you are not alone or unique in your misunderstandings. I can tell you from experience though, as I've now been living in my tiny cabin full time since about the time this video was posted, that feces sloshing and smells permeating the walls is not at all a slightest of concern...
EPGohlke 2 months ago
@anarchore Oh, and just out of curiosity, how do you deal with the need for fecal disposal in your tiny house? You must have an outhouse I would presume?? Does that work well and suit your needs?
EPGohlke 2 months ago
@EPGohlke I bought a trailer a while ago and am doing a complete rebuild inside, while living in it. The first thing I did was rip out the toilet. All the walls and flooring around the toilet smelled pretty bad both of chems and the other odours... there is now a nice little propane canister wood stove where the toilet was... so that's where I got my prejudice against toilets in small spaces, but now that you explain your setup it sounds pretty convenient... I have to go outside
anarchore 2 months ago
@anarchore There are many ways to get to a common goal and what works for one may not work for another. But the key thing is sharing of information so that ideas may be tried and modified until a suitable solution in found. I mean, we're all in this together right?! I would not have reached this point if others had not shared thier ideas freely. And the end result is a thoughtful composite of things learned and things desired, to the harvest of ones intentions... Peace Anarchore!
EPGohlke 1 month ago
Wow impressive! you have inspired me to start building one of my own. What are those type of wheels called, and where might i find some?
Greenify24 2 months ago
@Greenify24 That is awsome! Build it!!! You will not be sorry, that I can say for sure. I built mine on a 20 ft flatbed trailer, often referred to as a car hauler trailer. I found mine new somewhere in Indiana for about $1800. You can find them everywhere, but prices vary wildly depending on specs and condition, etc. Just remember that this is the foundation of all you're about to invest, so don't go to cheap here. With that said, you can save alot of cash by shopping around for used trailer too
EPGohlke 2 months ago
Awsome job....good insperation
signal44 2 months ago
@signal44 Thank you, and it means alot that this venture is not only serving it purpose for me, but as well is an inspiration to others like yourself as well. It was in the same way that I was inspired by others to steer the rudder in this direction. Peace!!
EPGohlke 2 months ago
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Cottage-living: being compelled to take a dump 27 inches from the kitchen sink is what makes these carpeted sheds so appealing!
FinallyTheNight 2 months ago
Is that a light switch on your composting toilet? If so is it for a fan?
exodous02 2 months ago
@exodous02 Yes it is a fan switch. There is an exaust fan mounted inside the compost toilet box. Fresh air gets pulled in through the gap in the seat and any odor from the compost bucket is blown out through the bottom of the trailer. It really works fantastically. Virtually no odors escape into the cabin at all....
EPGohlke 2 months ago
Did you do the electrical work yourself?
hootiepaladin 2 months ago
@hootiepaladin yep... I knew very little about wiring, so I bought a book and just studied and took my time... Wiring a trailer cabin is exactly the same as wiring a house. I have a regular breaker panel and lots of 110v outlets and whatnot.... It's not as hard as you might think, if you just go step by step....
EPGohlke 2 months ago
Did you put a regular 15 or 30 gallon water heater in the kitchen? How about heating. Which plans are these? Thanks! I love it.
djkenny 2 months ago
@djkenny Its a standard 12 gallon electric water heater with one 1500w element. It works great. Plenty of hot water for a shower. I currently heat with a very small electric heater, which easily keeps it very toasty. The plans and design are my own, however, I got alot of ideas and inspiration from many other tiny housers and the Tiny House Blog run by Kent Griswold, which is a great resource... Thanks!!
EPGohlke 2 months ago
@EPGohlke Way cool. I thought about a on demand, but I am not sure about propane.. I see those the most often. I imagine there is decent electric little on demands? A small 12 gallon one is likely available at a place like Home Depot?
Was this home something you drew up? Did a contractor or anyone help? It reminds me a lot of a Lugsby. I like the full size sink, that would be handy for washing clothes too.
Can you show the bath? Is it all one piece- toilet and shower, or is there seperation?
djkenny 2 months ago
@djkenny I had checked as well into electric on demand water heaters but found that they require 220v power (like dryer or stove for example). I wanted to be able to run all my electric off one standard 110v outlet so I could hook up anywhere, so that was out of the question for me. As for the propane, that may have worked but in the end it just seemed simpler to use a small electric one (found at lowes or home depot). I also wired it to a switch, so its only on when I need it. Very efficient!
EPGohlke 2 months ago
@djkenny I had spent about 6 months before starting construction just drawing and sketching rough floor plans and exterier views, trying to think of every conceivable senario and the best way to use every bit of space and how to suit my needs and whatnot. When I had finally decided on on the layout, I actually spraypainted a full size layout, all to scale in the driveway. Then I could walk around in the space and get a real feel for the size and design. And then some aspects evolved as I built..
EPGohlke 2 months ago 2
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I love the spraypainted layout idea--excellent way to try the space out!
gimmedatstick 2 weeks ago
@gimmedatstick Yes it works great! It gives you a chance as well to experiment with the floorplan before starting the build. You could also pound some stakes in the ground and run a string line for the same effect... It's a great way to bring your space to life in the planning and design stages.... and fun too!
EPGohlke 2 weeks ago
wasnt this going to be a recording studio?
gtrboy1 2 months ago
@gtrboy1 Yes and it's working it way there... I had put this slideshow together before I had the "studio" part of it done. I need to update the video soon. Now I have my recording gear in (mostly) and guitars,keyboard,bongos etc...
EPGohlke 2 months ago
I'm dreaming of building a tiny house in 2 or 3 years. I LOVED this video. You have a beautiful tiny home there, and I totally appreciated the step by step in the beginning!
BiscuitNGravyTales 3 months ago 3
@BiscuitNGravyTales Thank Ya! I'm glad the video could be helpful for you. Definately go for it, you won't regret it! I got alot of inspiration and ideas for mine from vids like this by Dee Williams, Jay Sheafer any many others. Also the Tiny House Blog run by Kent Griswold is very informitive. I hope to do an update video soon now that I live in the cabin full time....Good luck and happy building when you get to it!
EPGohlke 3 months ago
very nice. best one i've seen to date. :)
nannykaz 4 months ago
@nannykaz Thanks a bunch! I live in it full time and love it....
EPGohlke 2 months ago
...wow...
paulpellicci 4 months ago
@ljswenson Thanks alot! Are you tiny houser as well?
EPGohlke 4 months ago
nice!
MsEmgy 4 months ago
@MsEmgy Thank ya!
EPGohlke 4 months ago
what are the roof rafters made from? 2x4 or 2x6?
75mustang94 5 months ago
@75mustang94 The rafters are 2x4's 16in. O.C., instead of 24in. O.C., tied to a 2x6 ridge beam...
EPGohlke 5 months ago
very very nice job start to finish i am doing a off grid cabin and was wondering about your shower what kint of floor did you go with and what did you treet your shower walls with love your table
chalkhill714 6 months ago
@chalkhill714 Thanks and congrats on going off grid! The shower floor is just a concrete slab with an expoy paint sealer applied after the concrete cured, very simple to do and effective. The walls were treated with Marine grade Spar Varnish, the same stuff used on wooden boats. And after all the coats of varnish, then finally every crack, joint, groove or corner got a healthy dose of silicone. The result was a watertight wooden shower! It was an experiment really, but it works great. Good Luck!
EPGohlke 6 months ago
It's beautiful! I love your use of space inside. The table is ingenious. Did you make your own plans?
Krissinator 7 months ago
@Krissinator Thanks Krissinator... As for plans, yes they were mine, but it was more a series of evolving sketches. I had spent a several months just trying to figure out the best way to use my 20 feet of space. When the final floorplan was set, then building began. But the details always changed as I went, like the table you mentioned, was supposed to be a fold out off the kitchen counter... However, when I got ready to build it, it didn't seem right, so I changed it at the last minute. PEACE!
EPGohlke 7 months ago
I really like it. Let me supply the shell and some other helpful information. I have been in the mobile home business...brookelunsford@aol.com
austinlucas13 9 months ago
Nice job! Did you make the loft lower or the roof higher than normal. Your loft looks much roomier than any i've seen to date.
mcndaisy 10 months ago
@mcndaisy Thank you much! I tried to make the loft as big as possible height wise, so instead of having it sit at the top of the walls, it actually is about a foot and a half below the top of the walls, giving some extra headroom up there. It's right at about 4 feet high in the center. The total height of the cabin is about 13' 4", just shy of the legal limit to pull down the road (without having to get oversized load permits). Hope that helps...PEACE!!
EPGohlke 10 months ago
Have you pulled it yet? How much does it weight? What size truck will you need to pull it?
Klippencott 11 months ago
@Klippencott Actually I'm not sure of the exact weight yet. I will probably scale it sometime in the future to find out. Guessing maybe 8,000 pounds or so maybe. As far as pulling it, something along the lines of a F-250, but that also depends on where and how far as well. I'll have a better idea pretty soon!!
EPGohlke 11 months ago