From a truckload of panels to a house in only 6 hours! We had researched the topic of Tiny Homes, and there is a huge difference in building time depending on what you start with. We considered building from scratch, but it was a little daunting. Many Tiny Homes drip with moisture some days. Others are impossible to heat well and are constantly cold. People who like Tiny Homes are often trying to get around the many bi-laws and municipal rules, but there are still a lot of things to know. Like height limits to drive on a highway or benefits of putting a house on wheels rather than skids. So in the end, we went with a pre-fab from ZenSheds located in Kingston. It comes delivered with labeled panels and is easily put together with a crew of 4, some more spray insulation, and a few screws. The idea is to have the walls up quickly and then personalize the space with appropriate furniture as we go.
It's cheap to just throw some wood together, but that really only works for 1 season cabins. We want our home to be comfortable 4 seasons. That's one of the big difference between Tiny Homes and RV's. The SIPs in the floor, wall, and ceiling make this home airtight, making it warm in winter and cool in summer. Once we get the doors in, we'll start measuring how easy this is and report back. Looks like it's going to be a fun and experimental 2019!
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