Why Use A Shipping Container?

Traditional tiny houses are absolutely adorable. These wonderful little creations are simply beautiful. However, in recent years, tiny shipping container houses are all the rage, and it's exciting to see how creative people can get with these small spaces. At first glance, it might seem obvious to use a shipping container for your tiny house. The shell is already there! But with every building material, there are always challenges with methods and design. We're going to take a look at what makes shipping containers great for tiny houses, the cons, and how to go about converting these containers into houses.

The Pros And Cons Of Building A Shipping Container Tiny House

Let's take a look at the advantages:

• Shipping containers do not cost a lot of money.
• They are being recycled, which is good for the environment.
• They are watertight, weather-resistant and durable.
• Shipping containers are stackable.
• Tiny shipping container houses look cool.
• It takes much lesser time to build a shipping container house.
• They are made of robust materials and are secure.

The drawbacks to a shipping container home:

• While the containers themselves are inexpensive, converting them into a liveable house isn't always cheap.
• At 8ft in breadth, they are not very wide and do not give you complete control over the dimensions of the house.
• They can get extremely hot if not insulated well.

How to go about the conversion?

• The first step is to decide the design. How many rooms would you like? How much space will you need? Draw a floor plan and make sure to stick to the dimensions of the container.
• Always speak to an engineer. It would help if you talked to an expert to ensure the container is structurally sound. You shouldn't create a building that isn't safe.
• Finalise your design. Details like insulation, the flooring, electricity etc. must be considered.
• Find the right spot. You'll have to ensure the land you find has everything you need to build your shipping container house there.
• Choose and buy your container. Whether it is brand new or a used one, get in touch with container conversion companies in UAE to help you source the best possible container for your needs.
• Take delivery of your container. You'll need to hire a crane or a forklift to move your container. Always remember to give it a good wash.
• If your design involves multiple containers, make sure to connect them all with the help of clamps, bolts or welding depending on how permanent you want the connection to be.
• If any structural reinforcements need to be done, this is the step to do it. Talk to your engineer and add reinforcements to prevent structural damages.
• The flooring of shipping containers will have been treated with harsh chemicals. You'll need to remove the floor and add your own. You must also make cutouts for the doors and windows.
• Add the framing, insulation and cover the interior with walls. Next, wire your shipping container for your electrical needs.
• The last step is to decorate, add your personal touch to the home and move in.

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