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Think Inside The Box To Live Inside The Box

The presentation is regarding the trending and versatile shipping container homes! Its brief content will help you to explore the process of modifying a shipping container and turning it into a beautiful home!

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Think Inside The Box To Live Inside The Box

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  1. Let’s Modify a Shipping Container into a Tiny House

  2. INTRODUCTION Shipping containers are being modified into versatile living spaces! ★ ★ The trend has helped many to create their own home with less space ★ ★ and budget This presentation will help you to explore the process of modifying a ★ ★ shipping container and turning it into a tiny house!

  3. Key Points to Remember Start with Design Engineer Support Land Preparation Choosing and Buying the container Implementing the Design Integrating Electric Systems Decoration ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏ ❏

  4. 1.Start with the Design While designing, consider how many rooms you’d like in the house and the location of key elements such as doors and windows Consider how the design elements interact with the space. For example, your kitchen should be designed according to the opening of fridge and oven doors ★ ★ ★ ★

  5. 2.Engineer Support Make sure you speak with a qualified engineer before you make any design and building decisions This step is crucial if the design of the container involves moving load-bearing walls or adding structural elements that can impact the safety of the property Ensure your plan and designs have the consents from a certified engineer before proceeding! ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

  6. 3.Land Preparation Choose and prepare the land ready for the delivery of the container When building the foundation for the home, consider whether the container will be elevated from the ground Ensure you consider the use of concrete strips and slabs to provide structural support to the home for the years ahead ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

  7. 4.Choosing and Buying the container While selecting the container for your home,review the marketplace, so that you will be able to find new and used containers While choosing the right container,make sure you view the container directly and have a clear understanding on its past use ★ ★ ★ ★

  8. 5.Implementing the Design Connecting Containers: If you’re using two or more containers, make sure that you take on the connection process at this stage. This could involve the use of clamps or bolts to make a secure connection Cutting the Openings:It is strongly recommended to work with professionals during the cutting process(cutting the openings for the doors and windows) ★ ★ ★ ★

  9. Removing the Flooring: The flooring within the majority of shipping containers is treated with harsh chemicals in order to provide working safety Before using the home, make sure you remove the existing flooring and build a subfloor to the space. This will help provide a safe and healthy environment for your tiny home

  10. Framing and Adding Insulation: Add framing to the container next, and then begin covering the interior walls of the home The insulation process can take some time, so begin the insulation work at first.Ensure to use the insulation method suitable for your region and climate! It would be great if you place the insulation outside the home so that you can increase the living space inside

  11. 6.Integrating Electric Systems Ensure you get the help from a qualified electrician during the electrical integration stage! Consider the power needs for the entire home. For example, is there enough power to keep the lights on in several rooms at once? Do you have an emergency power plan if there’s a blackout? ★ ★ ★ ★

  12. 7.Decoration Consider painting the entire home inside out. During the decorating process, consider how the decor will blend with both interior and exterior elements Consider more Diy decorating methods, so that you can have a beautiful place at a low budget! ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

  13. REFERENCE https://sigmacontainer.ca/container-housing/modifying-a-shipping-con tainer-into-a-tiny-house/ https://sigmacontainer.ca/service-area/toronto/ ★ ★ ★ ★

  14. THANK YOU!!!!

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