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9781119581871

The Tiny House Handbook

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    9781119581871

  • ISBN10:

    1119581877

  • Edition: 1st
  • Format: Paperback
  • Copyright: 2020-10-06
  • Publisher: Wiley
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Summary

“This thought provoking book is a great resource for anyone considering joining the tiny house movement.  It’s all the information you need in one book!  The author has done a phenomenal job blending real world experience, data and practical knowledge on all types of tiny homes.”
-Corinne Watson, Principle and Co-Founder, Tiny Homes of Maine

“Charlie Wing’s very readable Tiny House Handbook leads you through the processes of designing and building a tiny home, with careful attention to all the details, including legal issues, cost estimates, material utilization and foundation options. Charlie is a master at demystifying the seemingly complex process of homebuilding. This book will help you live both comfortably and lighter on the land.“
-John S. Crowley, CEO of FACET and Board member, Build It Green

Plan, design, and build a tiny house from scratch
 

The Tiny House Handbook is a comprehensive guide to everything you need to know to construct your very own tiny house. Produced in Charlie Wing’s signature “visual handbook” style and jam-packed with full-color illustrations and diagrams, this book includes step-by-step instructions for building a tiny house as well as information on cost estimating and design requirements. 

Based on 2018 International Residential Code (IRC) Appendix Q, this book includes sample construction drawings and floor plans for a variety of tiny home styles, including: 

·       Mobile (8'6”-wide trailers and RVs) 

·       Movable (12'-wide, routine transport permit) 

·       Site-built (up to 20’ wide) 

Rather than being just another inspirational collection of tiny home photographs, The Tiny House Handbook constitutes a complete and fulsome reference for anyone seeking to build their own tiny home. From seasoned construction vets to total novices, this book will walk you through the process of designing and building a tiny house from start to finish.  

Author Biography

CHARLIE WING, PHD, is a nationally recognized authority on home building and remodeling, home repair, energy conservation and boating. He specializes in translating and illustrating technical information into easily understood layman's terms. He cofounded the nation's first two owner-builder schools, developed the first DOE-approved computerized home energy audit, and wrote and hosted the national PBS TV series, Housewarming with Charlie Wing.

Table of Contents

Introduction       ix

The Author         xi

Author’s Note   xiii

Chapter 1. Tiny Houses  1

Chapter 2. Legal Aspects               9

Chapter 3. Costs               17

Chapter 4. The Design Process   25

Chapter 5. Some Floor Plans        47

 Chapter 6. Drawing Plans             69          

Chapter 7. The Set of Plans          77          

Chapter 8. Foundations 91

Chapter 9. Framing 101

Chapter 10. Sheathing 121

Chapter 11. Siding 129

Chapter 12. Roofing 141

Chapter 13. Lofts and Stairs 153

Chapter 14. Windows & Doors 163

Chapter 15. Insulation 179

Chapter 16. Electrical Wiring 189

Chapter 17. Plumbing     209

Chapter 18. Heating        221

Chapter 19. Cooling         231

More Information            243

Index    244

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