The most common question I am asked is how to convert a prefab shed building into a home. I am going to be answering this question in a series of posts and will attach links to allow you, tiny house dreamer, to do the same as me.
Please note this page is ever evolving. Bookmark it and check back for updated information!
I will try to post pictures of my "Shouse" as I was building it and celebrate what worked and red flag what didn't. If you have any questions as your read about each of the steps, please feel free to as questions and leave feedback in the comments. If you would like to share photos about your project, eel free to email me at tinyhousehomestead@gmail.com. I will answer questions on the post and, if I don't have an answer, will try to find one for you.
Pick the step and follow the link.
Step 1:
- Setting Down Roots: Choosing a place to live
- Finding the place for your tiny home
- Picking Out a Building which will Work Best for You
- The Building I picked
- Start by researching code for where you choose here: https://www.municode.com/library/
Step 2: Prepare Your Site
Step 3: After-delivery Preparations
Step 4: Running Electric
Step 5: Plumbing
Step 6: Insulation
Step 7: Ceilings
Step 8: Walls
Step 9: Flooring
Step 10: Heating/Air Conditioning
- Electric Heating and Cooling
- Heating with Kerosene
- Heating with Propane
- Heating with Wood
- Ceiling Fans doing Their Part
- Electric Heaters that are Actually Attractive
Step 11: Kitchen
Step 12: Bath
Step 13: Storage, Closets, Cabinets
Step 14: Furnishing That Work in a Tiny House
Step 15: Insuring Your New Home
Step 16: Weather Concerns
Step 17: Get on with Living!
