How I Built A Tiny Home DIY Full Exterior Build

[@sharik467]

Wow … this is awesome. It makes me miss my husband so much. He passed a couple of years ago, and I’m now on my own trying to remember all the things he taught me when we were doing our projects. If he were here and had watched this video, he’d be saying … “let’s do this”. You guys did a great job, I can’t wait to see more videos and see what you do on the inside. Thanks so much for sharing.

[@BrowardHandymen]

Trust me, you don't need a man like this! he is a thief and a liar. Stole money from me and my family. Shameful.

[@lisahall1989]

Tom and your wife are good helpers. You three did an excellent job.

[@Rickswars]

Poor quality work not a solid high quality job! That structure is very tall and heavy sitting on kite blocks and plywood not staggered on floor roof or walls LOOL home owner special! But he did it fast and the paint made it pretty!! Lmao

[@Yourboobs-u9d]

Tom helps his wife everyday

[@boysrus61]

You made that look so easy. Next time can you put a Day 1, Day 2, Day 3 etc. It was interesting to see how quickly you did this, thank goodness for helpful neighbors and wiling wives!

[@CatsPajamas23]

Truly. While I was watching this, I did say that exact thing, "They make it look so easy!"

[@SouthFloridaSunshine]

@@CatsPajamas23Indeed HGTV did this to me with our foreclosure they cut out so much time from those renovations that I often felt defeated and wanted to give up. Granted I hand beveled all my shower doorway tiles myself with an old belt sander cause I did not want the added grout lines with the added two inch wide bullnose. Now 14 years later I want a bigger tile cutter for large tiles with smaller grout lines and a different type of tile. But nope..no time nor money at the moment.

[@SouthFloridaSunshine]

@@CatsPajamas23Also missing are the numerous trips to the big box stores. 😂

[@Yung_Wicklove]

Nice job!

[@ezrahudson-wm5wi]

@@SouthFloridaSunshine l

[@rennapate8703]

I truly hope there's another video with showing us what you do to the inside

[@jimchimney7240]

I didn’t know neighbors like Tom still existed! The tiny house turned out great!!

[@buildersblueprint]

Tom was a great help for this project. We really appreciate him and our team for making this Amazing dream reality. We have already started working in part two and will be posting the video as soon as possible. Thanks for watching and God bless. ❤️

[@buckaroobonzai2909]

Salty old men with shorter gray hair often like building things. Old men that look like wizards are the ones you talk to if you want to score some weed.

[@mikeandrews9944]

He's like Wilson from Home Improvement except we can see his face.

[@lisahall1989]

I wish I had a Tom next to me

[@HenryTyrrell]

There are plenty that will criticise, but I think this looks really well done. Good attention to detail and pride in your work. Not a bad pace of work either with no nail gun for a lot of it. Your neighbour seems great. A few tips: use a sharp pencil over a sharpie; a good laser level will make everything a lot easier and quicker; perhaps leave more room between the windows and the framing next time - when the building moves and settles over time this gives more leeway without the windows being in danger of cracking. All the best from a UK chippy 🔨

[@KevinNguyen-zn4vv]

People like to hammer the window frames all the way in when they're not supposed to in order to allow for flex. You can leave a 1/4 inch gap for stud nails and it wouldn't compromise the integrity of the scaffolding. The nails are grooved. People just like to hammer it all the way in. Taking it apart is a PIA.

[@kahwigulum]

looks aren't as important as function structural and elemental defects in this aplenty improperly installed windows, no seals, no drainage no insulation in the roof and so much more BuT aTLeAsT iT lOoKs GoOd

[@garrywhipple7558]

we learn threw criticism

[@garrywhipple7558]

Pros use 3/8 plywood thickness on the sil plate before putting a window in

[@cathconnolly5742]

Well done, you all are a good team and your neighbour is a diamond.

[@buildersblueprint]

Thank you. Yes, he is awesome part two coming soon. 🙌

[@annepoitrineau5650]

So is the wife! great team!

[@KarisGoogle]

For the windows (casing), you’re not supposed to seal the bottom for drainage purposes.. just the top and sides. 🙂

[@buildersblueprint]

After putting it all together, my neighbor told me that I needed to leave little holes at the bottom for draining but I think we might be OK just because the overhang is so big. Next time I’ll definitely do this. thanks for the tip. ❤️

[@RMCatchNFish]

I use to be a window installer, we screwed out windows into place from the inside in the seal. Usually there are already holes and button caps where to install, if not button caps come with the windows so you can cover up your holes you drilled. Hope this helps

[@gustpots4583]

What a nice neighbor you have! You guys did a great job.

[@virolfestrellado9425]

Your hands stand is as solid and great as your tiny home.. Great project, got inspired to make one sometime. Stay blessed 🙏

[@allisongerhold3645]

It's such an awesome job in building your own tiny home. I am glad that you had help. Everything came out super. I pray that ya'll will enjoy it for many, many years to come.

[@jnease205]

As someone just getting into carpentery this was very informative and fun to watch.

[@snart]

Curious about the concrete blocks for the foundation. Won't they...settle in the dirt over time?

[@martialag]

They should be fine. I've seen larger houses sit on cinders blocks for years (even decades) 👍🏾

[@Debitdeclined7]

I was searching for this comment this was the first thing i thought of. My shed is sinking and its on blocks like this. Its nowhere close to the size of this. Interesting 🤔

[@basedboomer5912]

I would think it depends on the earth. Here at the beach, everything sinks.

[@DawnDavidson]

Yeah, my thoughts exactly. If you aren’t doing a foundation, why not put it “on wheels” instead, on a trailer platform? This seems to be an odd compromise.

[@Netro-ui3fs]

​@@martialagespecially if there is clay soil

[@DoICareBro]

I never watched such videos. This one, i watched all the way. Precise, and clear. You sound like a good man...and a good husband. Stay blessed

[@CherrieMcKenzie]

This is a great video!! I'm thinking of building a tiny house near my backyard garden and your video gave me some good ideas. I know it was a lot harder than the time lapse made it appear but you should be really proud of your work!!

[@buildersblueprint]

Thank you we have already started working on part two and will be posting in the next week or two. Thanks for watching and God bless.❤️❤️

[@gramasofine]

I love your new home good thing you had the tools that helped make the job easier.id get an induction top for rainy days.great job.

[@luisavida1174]

Definitely looks gorgeous!!!..would love something like this for my 19th year old son when he needs to concentrate with his university studies...You have such blessed hands...🙏😊

[@CatsPajamas23]

Wow. It's so cool seeing the timelapse of the build. Great job! It's beautiful. (I was thinking that if you're not immediately going to move it, you should lift the completed floor, pour a concrete slab the size of the perimeter and let it dry, set the floor on and finish the house. It will deter dampness and bugs and other critters. (Of course you can do that after it's finished but it will be a lot heavier. It also gives you the advantage of stability without it being set in the concrete so that you can move it. ))

[@John.Flower.Productions]

Without water it is a storage shed, not a house.

[@VisualizeHealing]

First, you have an extraordinary neighbor! Wow! What a blessing he is. The work you've done on this home is wonderful and your commentary makes it so that anyone with a modicum of ability can follow it and build one for themselves. Great job!

[@macp5992]

I know NOTHING of this type of work and don’t have the skill. However, this was educational and fun to watch nothing turn into something. I have a lot more respect for house builders and construction workers. Keep you the great content and work. Can’t wait to watch part 2. God Bless! ✝️🇺🇸

[@pgmom9634]

It’s beautiful now you just need to add a deck porch and a little walkway plant some flowers. It’s adorable.

[@buildersblueprint]

Thank you that will be one of our upcoming KZbin videos. ✌️

[@hawkkim1974]

man, this is the type of house I wanna build after ditching my huge house with a lot of rooms, which is nothing but a headache for me. Good Job!

[@gritdeskovoroda6311]

Is it gonna be on wheels?

[@ianw1410]

im in same position .... they are a hassle to upkeep

[@POOCHIESCLOSET]

go for it! You can do this.

[@ArkLord001]

If you cut the house wrap in the doors / windows in an X (IE top right corner to bottom left and vice versa), you can fold the wrap inside all sides of the door/window spaces so that the sides, top and bottom are all covered by the wrap..

[@dper1112]

For the window flashing, the lower corners are a common source of leaks leading to rot. There are various solutions, and one of them might have been a good idea. But your installation method is a common one too, so it's really a question of how thorough one wants to get. Extra water protection takes extra time and money, and there are so many possible things that one could do.

[@brent...]

I think it’s better to angle the sill, have a back dam, and let the bottom drain to the outside. That lets any water that eventually gets in to easily drain away. www1.eere.energy.gov/buildings/publications/pdfs/building_america/window_flashing.pdf

[@GhostSal]

What’s the best solution?

[@jacolinechase537]

That mitered Wood Column is So Impactful. It really scales the ADU up.

[@PatriotsOfWash]

This is extremely inspiring for me and this can change a lot of lives. Thank you for this great video.

[@gheerocky]

Man, I learned a lot from you including installing the roof shingles. I'm tired of the contractor milking us for money on something that easy and able to do.

[@mommadrew9392]

I wish I had learned that in High School. I love it.😅

[@justinoliver9034]

It’s honestly quite relaxing watching you folks work. I’m always impressed how some people are so efficient with their work. Well done!

[@buildersblueprint]

Really appreciate it 🙌

[@andreefaniel4500]

GREAT JOB !! Quite a gift you’ve got sir. Constructions / Rénovations are my favorite videos .. Thanks A LOT for sharing. God Bless you too . ❤ from Québec

[@buildersblueprint]

Hey there thanks for watching. I really appreciate the support. We have already started working on part two and can’t wait to post it. God bless.

[@omnigeddon]

Probably the most effective video I’ve seen on building a tiny home. The concrete in the beginning was ingenious 3-D, printed structure would allow more custom building.

[@buildersblueprint]

Really appreciate it. We have already started working on the next project and will be posting it as soon as possible.

[@rickiebansbach7871]

This looks great! I really like the way you added the stained wood to the corner. Really sets it all off. Good job!

[@jesusbaez4427]

I have never watched a video that was more than 10 minutes long on KZbin until this video. It was, in my opinion, educational, informative, and fun to watch. Thanks. I am looking forward to the next video.

[@groscoe83]

My one concern is the foundation why blocks and not slab concrete other than that good work

[@michelescales754]

This breaks down everything nicely. Great start. I also love the comments that tell what could be done better and why. This could be a great ADU.

[@stephencooper5040]

26:08 thanks for posting the video brother, God bless you too.

[@vcmay626]

God Bless you, too! My guy wants to build us a tiny home and your video helped me visualize how it's done. It all makes sense now.

[@Tonyayt]

Meanwhile I can’t even get my husband to install a ceiling fan that’s been in the box for 4 months. Bravo!! Fantastic job on your house.

[@buildersblueprint]

Hey, he better get on it because happy wife happy life. ✌️ We have already started working on part two and will be posting as soon as possible. Thank you for watching and God bless. ❤️

[@biglittledude496]

why don't you do it?

[@colebarnes3938]

yeah cause degrading your husband online will make him do it

[@gritdeskovoroda6311]

Any man can do anything for a woman who really loves him.

[@Tonyayt]

@@biglittledude496 I’m unable

[@joycehand3067]

Bless you, your wife, and your worker. Great job! This video will assist us in housing many homeless individuals. The how-to video is so detailed that I believe I can even build one myself. Thank you!

[@maryobrien474]

Great job on the exterior! I've built and taught others how to build many houses with Habitat for Humanity. You sir, have it down. Framing, windows and doors are my favorite parts. With the exception of the 1/2 inch off the door frame, you did an awesome job. Well done on the roof too. All of it, I would love to work with you on a build. I want to build my own soon and could use someone like you, your wife and Tom to help. Looking forward to the interior!🏡💖

[@buildersblueprint]

Thank you we have already started working in part two will be posting the full video soon as possible. Thanks for watching and God bless. ❤️❤️

[@silviaflorez-ramey6350]

I really like this! I want to build a tiny home soon, this is a very good video! You explain the process very well! I’ve lived in 100+ year old houses for the last 45+ years always doing repairs and rebuilds. Compared to some of that this should be a breeze! Thank you 😊♥️♥️♥️! I’ll be following!👍

[@gothickah0]

Just amazing and inspiring. Love and respect from Malaysia🇲🇾

[@buildersblueprint]

Thanks for watching Homie. I really appreciate the love. 🙌

[@5tad]

Love it! Thank you for the step by step, great team work!! Awesome edits and building skills

[@buildersblueprint]

Thanks for watching we have already started working on part 2 and will be posting soon. God bless ❤️

[@infamo77]

That is really helpful to know how to build a small house. Only if you guys put a cement on the bottom of the house, that will be super great!!

[@Houseds]

Thank you for sharing the entire process of building a small house

[@buildersblueprint]

Thanks for watching part two coming soon ❤️

[@genkiferal7178]

I loved the shape of the house and roof and all of the windows. Would love to see the interior finished and then how the doors, windows, and shape affect the interior.

[@femalephobia]

You make it look so easy😂😂😂 Can’t wait for part 2! Totally rocking this tiny💕

[@buildersblueprint]

Thank you we have already started working on part two and will be posting in the next week or two. Thanks for watching and God bless.❤️❤️

[@WalkingAndWisdom]

What a great neighbor. Multiple days of contributing 🎉

[@LuckyOceanSunset-le2pe]

I think you all did a damn good job, I'd live in it

[@hlsmithphoto]

You make it look easy, but you are highly skilled. Gotta say... GREAT JOB!

[@deadreau1941]

Wow!!! You did the dang thing! It gives me ideas for an office! Thank you so much for sharing.

[@buildersblueprint]

Really appreciate it. We have already started working on part two and will be posting it as soon as possible. Thank you for watching and God bless. 🙌

[@flamingogirl57]

Oh my !! So awesome ! I need a twin to this for my art studio ! Love this so much. I can't wait to see what you do on the inside. Bravo to your team !! ❤ God bless you !

[@dinkvjr]

Absolutely love this! I think you should have left the trim in white! The trim on the house and the trim at the windows up top would have been great white! I love the wood accents on the corner! It definitely gives it some style. Large windows and French doors are going to give such great light. Some large skylights would have been amazing!!! Very curious how you pull this all together. Why build this? You obviously have a house so is this for guest or to sell? I would live in that and be the happiest person ever to have it! Excellent job!! Awesome neighbor you have too!!! Part 2, I'm waiting for! 👍

[@buildersblueprint]

I really appreciate this comment. We wanted to do a skylight but they’re pretty expensive and we don’t want the roof to leak overtime. We have already started working on part two and will be posting it as soon as possible. Thanks for watching and God bless. ❤️

[@raffinataonline]

​@@buildersblueprintMost skylights leak eventually, so good call. 👍

[@davantedorsett5700]

I’m obsessed!! This looks amazing and the fact that they did it themselves!! But I actually liked the white And gray 😅

[@janiceoldham1794]

Super cute! I love the wood accent on the corner.

[@buildersblueprint]

Thank you part two coming soon ❤️❤️

[@stonecoldcougar]

Absolutely gorgeous. Thank you so much for sharing your work!

[@buildersblueprint]

Anytime, thank you for watching 👊❤️

[@youme5547]

Manny Great job Brother, you and your wife and neighbor did an amazing job, I have caught a few videos before but never subscribed, but I'm hooked now can't wait to see the tiny home finished, you guys are truly BLESSED, KEEP LOOKING UP , GOD BLESS BROTHER 👍💪🙏✝️✡️🇺🇸♥️

[@buildersblueprint]

Thanks Homie I really appreciate this, part two coming soon 🙌

[@mieradesigns1015]

I want one of these! This is the nicest most attractive, tiny house I’ve ever seen! I would love one of these in my backyard!

[@carolyn6288]

You’re doing fantastic, God bless you, your wife and your neighbors, and God bless your journey🙏

[@buildersblueprint]

Thank you we are grateful for our neighbor and our great team. We have already started working on part two and will be posting in the next week or two. Thanks for watching and God bless.❤️❤️

[@Cottoncandycorner]

This is absolutely Ideal for tiny home living

[@MamaBearTravel]

OMG, this came out sooooo good! I LOVE the detailing on the corner the darker wood. You just keep getting better and better!!!

[@buildersblueprint]

Thank you so much!! 😊

[@whatsreal2day856]

You Did An Excellent Job.... There Are Folk's Who Will Alway's Try To Discredit and Tare You Down. Don't Listen To Them. I Love It and Can't Wait To See Part 2. The Finished Product👏👏👏

[@buildersblueprint]

Thank you we have already started working in part two will be posting the full video soon as possible. Thanks for watching and God bless. ❤️❤️

[@catherineferguson7646]

I would hope they were giving constructive critics to make these easier and less work the next time he might make one. Some people who have worked on these before give good ideas and not criticism. I hope.

[@Rome274]

Good idea having your house up on piles. Recently built New Zealand homes all have their houses built on completely flat levelled out surfaces , then wonder in horror why their homes are totally DESTROYED in all the flooding we have, while all the older houses are up on piles and much safer. (Although I realise you're in the US ofcouse)

[@tacticalsamurai85]

We all need a neighbor like tom

[@sherylstock8687]

You made it look so easy, if I were only a few years younger, ok a lot of years younger. I think I could live in this.

[@shaunpavery-pn5jq]

Wow,well made .love from England.❤

[@buildersblueprint]

Thanks homie ❤️

[@elizabethdean7235]

We built our tiny home low to the ground like that and we've done had to replace the floors 3 time in 5yrs so if u build 1 u should really build it up higher off the ground bc it will drawl dampness under the floor and we even found black mold from building it so low down to the ground so I've got to rebuild my whole tiny house again but higher off the ground

[@KY4TRK]

You forgot you z flashing with the siding where you put the panels on the top with the windows, you needed z flashing between the edges of the 4x8 sheet and the top sheet. And a drip flashing over the doors.

[@KevinCimadori]

I’d suggest doing the sides over lapping the bottom and also a metal pan for the bottom than caulk😊

[@christianchild1804]

May the Lord GOD bless you and your family as well. Halleluyah and Maranatha

[@buildersblueprint]

🙌❤️❤️

[@ViriKyla]

Truly amazing! Ngl I thought the house looked amazing before that blue paint, but wow it looks super amazing too! Good job!

[@CheatingZubat]

Bro when you busted out the joist hangers I clapped. Thank you for doing that.

[@RoryDunn117]

Thanks bro. Gives me hope seeing it all laid out in a tedious but simple process..

[@vickynoname9860]

ONG he did great. All the comments. For Christ he's building a tiny home, not the pentagon

[@Puddycat00]

I guess. I wouldn’t know.

[@nancieerhard420]

Well done! I love to see people making their own things.

[@FreddyFermin]

An unanchored shed is vulnerable to heavy winds.

[@jimoconnor8597]

That's what the have insurance for.....

[@SeaWork23]

Lol, insurance will not make it wind resistant.🤦🏿‍♂️ #tharsheblows💨🍃🏠

[@jimoconnor8597]

@@SeaWork23 Duh... It will pay for it if it blows away or gets damaged, just like your home or vehicle. 🤐

[@InfernosReaper]

@@jimoconnor8597They honestly might not cover it under the policy and if they do, they will raise rates by an amount greater than just anchoring it would cost

[@jimoconnor8597]

@@InfernosReaper So not true. I live in South GA and we have hurricanes push up through our area. I've had 2 sheds destroyed by trees falling on them as a direct results of 100+ mph winds. Both covered 100%. Look at your policy.

[@maureenhart478]

Absolutely Stunning little place. You made it look quite effortless. Well done, and your wife and friend great team work for sure! 👏

[@linchtenbergervelveterado6648]

This is a perfect guide on how not to build a house. There is not a single piece of wood placed diagonally to prevent the structure from losing its 90-degree angles. And let's not even talk about the concrete blocks placed as the foundation of the house.

[@fixinggrace]

I’m trying to find a place to live in about 2 years and this looks like a great place to hole up in.

[@freindlycannuck1591]

Hey wait a minute! The caption said 'how I built a tiny home' but we haven't seen a tiny home here. What we've seen is only a tiny building, nothing inside to make this a home!

[@TypicalLifewithAlice]

Exterior means the outside. If you search for tiny home tours, maybe that will be what you're looking for

[@gemini_interests]

Its true. He built a Tiny Home. Design is different than Build.

[@seamusmcfry4142]

In future, pour a concrete slab first. Those post pillars will settle unevenly once you get a load of weight in there

[@socksonfeet8125]

we used to call these sheds, people wanna feel less shitty about living in a shed so they started calling them "tiny homes" LMAO

[@motorpsycho5375]

Tomatoe, tomato 🤷‍♂️

[@iBarber504]

Not with this level of detail.

[@socksonfeet8125]

@@iBarber504 Its still a shed, I built a 12x12 slanted roof shed, 2 sides are floor to ceiling windows, also built a deck with a ramp. I fix bikes and motorcycles in the space, its still a shed. If someone wants to live in my shed, I'll let them but its still a shed, its not magically a house all of a sudden lol. If someone tried to live in my shed, I'm gonna tell them to go find somewhere else to poop cause you aren't pooping in my home, you chose to live in a shed lol. If anything, you could call it a studio once the inside is built out, but its still a shed in my book. I think the city still would refer to it as a shed as well, so they wont tax you as an extension of the existing house.

[@socksonfeet8125]

@@motorpsycho5375 no its more like: Tomato, Potato :p

[@BoogerBox]

Sounds like someone got bullied by a tiny home

[@macyrosario971]

How blessed to have a wonderful neighbor ! Team work makes the dream work hhheeyyy ❤

[@matteo4m]

This will be my blueprint…thank you so much for this tutorial!

[@dailyrider2975]

"To last as long as possible" Metal framing. Circular house (stronger, less material). Still have roof angle facing sun for solar. But that's my dream, this is a very nice build.

[@michaelfoster8465]

You should have made the window and door frames slightly smaller 1/4-1/2 for foam or fiberglass insulation. Looks good

[@mariewood1055]

I love this Tiny House. I would love to own one but in our county you can`t. You did a great job and had a nice helper. Love it.

[@sandybrady1824]

The house so far looks amazing! I ❤ everything so far! I don’t know how many of you all were professional workers but by the looks of everything you all were!!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@LexiS-br4nl]

Wow I’ve never done anything like this but with a step-by step tutorial I sure feel like u could!

[@fomoescobar5328]

Thank you for explaining the fine details as you went along. Not many do this, but it's great for those like me who watch the vids. Great work!!!

[@gigikay1734]

What a talented young man!

[@lucymorgan8859]

It turned out so cute... the only thing I would have done differently, is left the trim around the windows white, to give it a more cottagy look, but, thats just my taste... Good job, guys!

[@A.k.a.v.e.e]

This was insane to watch!!! You can make so much money doing this. Best of luck to you and your family!

[@AlizaLUCA]

Fun to watch, you totally built so much different from how we building in Norway. Totally different material. Never plywood!!! Big no no. Never nails and windows, big no no. Special extension screws. Gaps for insulation. Foundation totally differently . 😅. So cool to see though ❤

[@gritdeskovoroda6311]

Can you share any nice video of the building process over there, please?

[@tonkabear2369]

Wood corner was a great idea.

[@Imagic93]

When I younger, I was likes Big house but many year past I found small house in big green is very nice

[@FentonLounge]

Best video ever on KZbin. Phenomenal

[@TheBigLeeg]

I’m impressed he glued the subfloor to the vapor barrier which was stapled down. Secure yes.

[@brivaneijm]

Great video! Thanks for sharing! I’m considering a similar project, not as nice as yours, but the frame you built is exactly what I was envisioning. I love the one side slope roof. . . I’m thinking of extending the floor to make a 4’ deep porch, I’ll have to figure out the best length to extend the roof. Thanks for sharing!

[@elliemajor6857]

You explain this easy going try this me and my grand daughter

[@mcpheejesus5945]

Excellent job! Watching you build was quite enjoyable. I especially like the corner wood accents. God bless you, your anointed & gifted hands, your wife, amazing neighbor who assisted, and all that you do, in Jesus' name. Amen. I'm pulling up the other vids now & can't wait to see the finished product. Thanks for sharing!