7 DAY SHIPPING CONTAINER BUILD TIMELAPSE - super insulated office space in under a week...

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Lou has learned so much while building three different shipping containers that have become our first family home. In this video, he describes the entire process of going from a shell of a container to a fully insulated, water-tight structure with windows and doors within just 7 days.
Lou and I are big believers in dividing work. Lou is in charge of the entire construction process, while I take care of our son Max. So for me, this was such a special video to watch. I learned so much about his building process, what he's learned during the container build, and the intricate details of our home in a way I didn't know before.
I hope you found this video insightful too, and if you're in the midst of a shipping container project, we'd so love to hear your thoughts! Between diy spray foam install, using non-toxic hemp wool insulation, or copious amounts of sealant, everyone creates their own off-grid build style, and it would be so cool to hear what we have in common :)
Big hugs,
Dana
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[@alex_guerrero_]

As someone with a background in construction and general interest in building and creating things, hearing Lou narrate his ideas and workflow was excellent. Hopefully he can get a nice big shed/workshop for his tools one day!!

[@WildWeRoam]

So glad you enjoyed the video :) And yes, a great workshop is a dream!! Thanks so much for spending some time with us this week, we wish you all the best with whatever projects you may have going on at the moment!

[@terrymathis4213]

What an awesome idea for a Tiny Home. Wonder if u could put them on top of each other. I'd do a 40 ft on bottom & 20 ft top and left over roof space a deck. So cool.

[@IberianCraftsman]

​@@WildWeRoam For painting the outside since its not a straight wall using a broom with plastic strands would probably work the best.

[@marycharlebois6627]

I’m chasing down the Sunday morning chores, squeezing in a wild swim, and then I will spend the day in my kitchen catching up with produce from the greenhouse and the garden… making pickles, baking zucchini muffins, blanching & freezing green beans (so many beans), and making pasta sauce to freeze for winter (so many tomatoes). I know I will appreciate all of this come winter time although, truthfully, I can think of things that are much more tempting to do such as sewing, knitting, riding my bike, and other hobbies. With that said… I must admit that when I am not in the kitchen or outside… you know where I can be found? You guessed it… I’m in my office. Oh, the joy of having space to think, create, and organize one’s life!! I just know you both will love the luxury of a whole ‘nother container space that allows for all your creative enterprises. I’m going to watch today’s video later this evening when I can put my feet up and enjoy without interruption. This high school sewing teacher is getting ready to go back to school in two weeks so I must indulge in my Sunday evening pleasures while I still can. Two Sunday’s from now I will be packing my lunch and ironing my dress shirts… UGH!! Thanks for today’s great video. Lotsa Love, Ⓜary🇨🇦💦🍅

[@eliasandmel]

So amazing to see the containers come to life! Learning so much and loving seeing all Lou’s hard work. What a beautiful space.

[@WildWeRoam]

Thank you so much, Elias and Mel! So happy you found the video informative :) Wishing you a wonderful rest of your week!!

[@aleciahoward3840]

Me too

[@marycharlebois6627]

Ima chasing down the Sunday morning chores, squeezing in a wild swim, and then I will spend the day in my kitchen catching up with produce from the garden and the greenhouse… making pickles, baking zucchini muffins, blanching & freezing beans (so many beans), and making pasta sauce (so many tomatoes) to freeze for winter. I know I will appreciate all of this come winter time although, truthfully, I can think of things that are much more tempting to do such as sewing, knitting, riding my bike, and other hobbies. With that said… I must admit that when I am not in the kitchen or outside… you know where I can be found? You guessed it… I’m in my office. Oh, the joy of having space to think, create, and organize one’s life. I just know you will both love the luxury of a whole ‘nother container space that allows for all your creative enterprises!! Gonna watch today’s video later this evening when I can put my feet up and enjoy with interruption. This high school sewing teacher is getting ready to go back to school in two weeks so I gotta indulge in my Sunday evening pleasures whilst I still can. Two Sundays from now I’ll be packing my lunch and ironing my dress shirts… UGH!! Lotsa Love, Ⓜary🇨🇦💦🍅

[@ericgrajeda2671]

Nice you got the idea to build the container home and learning the methods .....

[@maryannknox7158]

Wow 🤩 it is Gorgeous the views are spectacular of the forest 🌳 your family is truly Blessed beyond measure

[@WildWeRoam]

We feel so blessed and grateful!! Especially with all the help along the way :) Thanks so much for the kind words and joining us on this building adventure! Wishing you a beautiful rest of your week, MaryAnn!

[@rainedyani8505]

AMAZING. And not only the result of the build itself, but your narrated step by step tutorial was fantastic. 🌟❤️🙏

[@soggybawsmoto]

I would never have believed it was possible to do your own spray foam. I’m sure you would get good stats if you done a a detailed video of what you used and step by step guide of that process

[@baz770]

Thank you and what I enjoyed the most was the 'third time around' benefits which were thrown into the narration. A valuable reource for people currently planning any remote construction.

[@dominuspax9579]

In regards to the sealant and waterproofing stuff i I find that using too much makes it less sealed. Just like excessive silicon caulking when you use too much the wash gets destroyed and doesn’t last. It’s much better to just use the right amount and press in to the area being sealed and remove excess. In many years of experience I have noticed that over use of sealant causes the sealant to break down faster and lose seal. Don’t use too much everyone. Not only does it look bad but it effects the longevity of the seal!

[@mncitizen4364]

Rather than creating a separate sealant post, I would like to add to this effort. I use this urethane based ILO the silicone type mainly because it's paintable. If you ever get silicone sealant on anything, it's a bear to get off and very difficult to get paint to stick to it. So, I fully agree with the above post. Enough is just the right amount. The excess can be rubbed away with a paper towel saturated with isopropyl alcohol solvent. If no alcohol, I have had really good luck with a one or two inch wide strip of plastic bag polyethylene, maybe a foot long for ease of use, or longer if no wind. After sealant is pushed into the fillet, lay the plastic strip down over the sealant and gently push it into the fillet. Sounds weird, but it works. A week later, pull the plastic strip off. It will come off easily once the sealant is cured.

[@luzern1000]

Haven't you forgotten the electrics and lighting 🤔 that's usually laid behind the wall paneling.

[@FidoHouse]

Great to learn from your experiences with this kind of build. Thank you for sharing. Very cleanly and clearly presented.

[@workfromhome598]

Thank you so much for sharing this project & your suggestions in the process! ❤

[@brennnessel6789]

I'm really very rarely ever nice to someone on the internet but you are a very nice guy!

[@forgottenalex]

You going soft on us?! Quick call someone a cunt or something before the rarity wears off.

[@victoriag1049]

Lou is the Humble Hero. He tries anything that comes up and he is very honest about his learnings!

[@luisricardominghetti5714]

I really appreciate every second of your time for making this video🙏. Honestly my opinion if you enjoy doing the foaming spray job go work for a week for free with some professionals and you will see you only needed some adjustments in your technic and that is it. I loved what you guys have done👍.

[@Survivalguy]

Levels work great

[@carolynsilvers9999]

Very informative.

[@deannabarnes3771]

I'm amazed, really. The dedication was beyond measure to getting it done.

[@jkilpat513]

Great video! Office looks beautiful, Lou. You do such a wonderful job 👏👏👏👏

[@tutekohe1361]

Great build, nice result. I couldn’t quite follow how you fixed the windows into the metal frames.

[@lynnemac1402]

Wow another great successful build again Lou, you really are very talented. The office container looks amazing and it is incredible to see the process with each stage in one video. Have a great week x

[@WildWeRoam]

Thank you so much, Lynne!! Those kind words are really nice to hear :) We wish you a wonderful week, too! x

[@marianna.with.an.a]

Yes!!!🥳 I was waiting for this video!🤍 The shipping container office!

[@WildWeRoam]

Yay! Glad you enjoyed it :-D

[@Mebeknob]

So my thought is that it would be better to use angle iron to build the window frames instead of the 3” plate steel that you did. 2 reasons. First it is more structural than the plate. Second it would create a nice flush frame on the inside that you can hide a ton of sealant behind. Thoughts?

[@dmv_p]

Pretty dope! Looks like you are losing a decent amount of space with the framing choice. Does it feel more cramped?

[@ciscokidfab7595]

Real nice content. I have a container project that has been on hold for a few years. I think I’m getting inspired.

[@chriscc8746]

Hello, from Paris France ! Good Job !🤘😀🤟

[@chowe9]

I so would have appreciated a big picture view of the finished project.

[@Creative22222]

💞💞💞I am a technical employee, I like technical work, I enjoy technical work # I am a construction electrical engineer # I am a professional technical welder # Implementation of all types of building water pipes # My country is in unemployment crisis, any person or construction company wants, I can become a good worker. I am ready . I enjoyed watching your interesting video❤❤❤💯💯💯

[@marycharlebois6627]

Sorry… my lengthy comment appears twice. Oh, the joys of rural internet!! My first comment disappeared, so I typed it again and then both comments re-appeared. For some strange reason I am not able to delete one or the other. I guess I’ll just sum it up by saying that two comments means twice the video watching pleasure… haha!! Ⓜary💕

[@WildWeRoam]

Haha well good thing your comment was so charming it was worth reading twice!! ❤ Wishing you lots of relaxation and enjoyment these two weeks before school starts back up again!! Big hugs from us

[@darrenrobinson06]

8:56 What a view that's going to be

[@frejacornelia5804]

Nice and calm with your narration, Lou!

[@itsjubilee2012]

Another amazing job on your office container Lou. Blessings to your family.

[@WildWeRoam]

Thanks so much--It's really so nice to always read your kind words encouraging us all this time!! Big hugs from us ❤

[@aleciahoward3840]

I really appreciate YOU for sharing I learning so much Thank YOU both again and CONGRATULATIONS 🎊

[@sharonoldham4374]

Lou, terrific job ! You've done an amazing job on all of the containers.

[@WildWeRoam]

Thank you so much, Sharon! Thats really kind of you to say ❤

[@melaniewoodcock7791]

Wow! Phenomenal planning and attention to detail which clearly contribute to a professional and wonderful end-result.

[@WildWeRoam]

Thank you so much, your comment has me beaming from ear to ear! Will definitely pass it along to Lou :) Wishing you a wonderful week, Melanie!!

[@Kathy-kr1sv]

Excellent thank you for sharing 🙏 from Australia 💜

[@Nae641]

I am curious, will you paint the containers, or a cool airbrush, a painting like trees etc. on the outside. Would be maybe a fun project for Dana😊! I also think about the style of your tattoos for an outside design!?

[@macaroon147]

Or maybe like a earthy matt colour and then grow vines on it - might look terrbile though lol. I kinda like their rustic vibe lol

[@WildWeRoam]

Oh these are all such cool ideas!! Thank you both for sharing them ❤

[@Creative22222]

I am a technical employee, I like technical work, I enjoy technical work # I am a construction electrical engineer # I am a professional technical welder # Implementation of all types of building water pipes # My country is in unemployment crisis, any person or construction company wants, I can become a good worker. I am ready . I enjoyed watching your interesting video

[@kathydecker5736]

Where are you located?

[@danielsmart8398]

Quick, simple, brilliant!!! 👏💪

[@mysticshining]

Awesome Lou! And helpers! So amazing to see all that you have learned, and it looks beautiful. I've had projects like this, that by the end you know so much, but then you're done! 😅 but of course you can carry most of what you've learned to other projects. Well done guys👍❤💚

[@WildWeRoam]

It really is amazing how the knowledge we all get from doing various projects carries over in ways expected and unexpected to other projects, even years down the line :) Thank you for the kind and motivating words!! Wishing you all the best with whatever creative projects you have going on!! ❤

[@susananderson8995]

Awesome. I can’t wait to see what you do with the exterior of the containers.

[@WildWeRoam]

Yes, so many more projects to do! Excited about them too :) Thanks for the kind words, Susan!!

[@johnlozano5054]

Awesome Job, very inspirational

[@RokDAWG1]

Ok that was pretty impressive!

[@mariamiskimmon5437]

Another great job done looking great❤

[@loulang8149]

nice job, but where is the electric?

[@ishqdadabhai2920]

So much enjoying and impressed

[@deborahashaw6044]

Great job on your office speak!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@Mstislav_Epstein]

можно было сделать направляющие бруски прямо к контейнеру сваркой за счет потолочных крепежей для гипсокартона. тогда места было бы значительно больше

[@user-lk2cr4kb5l]

Here in my country, the technicians do it very differently, nothing frame on the inside, chipboard is attached with sheet metal screws, the screws are filled, from the outside a metal frame made of square tubes 30x30mm is welded all around the Countainer, sheets are welded at the bottom so that nothing gets in ants, moise, and water, then fill it with down plates, you know these green steropur ungaefer 50mm thick, these are also normally used when building houses then you can cover it with whatever you want, stone, wood, plaster To process plaster, use a wire mesh with holes ungaefer 50x40mm, these are welded, and over it a huener wire with very small holes, which is connected with wire, then throw a hand of plaster cement with sand on it, when it is dry, the cement sand and lime or white marble sand, you can also use finished plaster, in bags So you have clean space inside, oh don't forget a roof is built over the container, either with sheet metal or with original roof tiles, raw or yellow like sand color

[@lorascelsi8102]

Great idea ❤

[@priceisright3004]

Looks so good 😊

[@SunraeSkatimunggr]

Wow, nice job!

[@dominuspax9579]

Why are the walls built out so far from the walls of the container? Aren’t you losing valuable interior space?

[@earthangel8730]

I love the single pane non opening picture window. It'll last longer than windows that open and close too. Nicely done!

[@WildWeRoam]

So glad you like it, we are so happy with it, too ❤ Hope you are having a really nice week!!

[@earthangel8730]

@@WildWeRoam northeast Washington state is on fire. I'm safe for now but the smoke has been awful. Raining now. Much improved. The sound of the pitter patter and hum of overhead airtankers is soothing. Many lost everything or are displaced. Tens of thousands of acres of destroyed forest not to mention the wild ones who called it home. I'm one of the lucky ones so far. It's 13 miles from me. It's all about the wind direction. Another in a string of human caused fires. As a society we must do better. We must be more vigilant and reduce our carbon footprint significantly. You know... ❤️

[@lindamiller5489]

Looks good

[@FFLDealerSunnyvale]

Damn! You make it look easy and fast! You didnt even need fasteners like the Container Guy is selling. 😂 He doenst approve of this build. Good job bro.

[@marrerochica]

I once saw someone run there plumbing and electric on the outside insulating and putting a type of siding or cladding on the outside, it maximized the inside space, just a thought ...

[@theluckyclain2735]

See I would raise the floor slightly or have the whole thing raised up so there is a pocket under the whole container or flooring. I say this because I'd there is a pocket you can build a furnace that leads to the pocket of empty space, hot air would go into the space and heat the floor. Simple heated flooring that only requires to burn some wood

[@gabrielleg.1347]

loved this video and build! So inspiring!

[@WildWeRoam]

Thank you so much for joining us for this build :) And for the kind words!! ❤

[@robertjackson4121]

Should have end wall of doors with storage and plumbing and electrical Future solar panel closet

[@skippes_view]

So where did the solar vent on the roof connect inside? You didn’t have any holes in your ceiling. Was it the black vent tube in the wall ?

[@MSB780]

So glad you’re doing well. 👍 What do you think about the fires in Maui Hawaii, and there about? Where were you living when you were in Hawaii? Would you have been near that mess, had you not have moved?

[@chrisdavis6045]

Just a thought. Why not build the frame round the window and then weld the frame to the opening?

[@user-um9sl1kj6u]

What about electrical and plumbing?

[@ytugfj-ty5on]

cool

[@tylerbarrett6652]

So... no electricity run through the walls?... but I'm sure you have a plan that will work. Plumbing too... I guess that's in another location. No need for a sink in the office I guess... Thanks for sharing this with us.

[@Wyldyflower]

I love it! I have a question about the walls. I’m curious about your choice for plywood over other materials like drywall. It’s aesthetic, efficiency, cost, longevity? Or like all of the above haha. I love how it looks I’m genuinely just curious about how you decided on design choices! I would like to hear more about both of your design ideas and plans. You both have a great eye. Great job! Alsooo the narration was fantastic. Thanks for sharing!

[@marc2swif]

I don't know if you have tried.i am not a frammer , ty a plumb bob for your doors. You can get them close enough.

[@robertjackson4121]

Take piece pbc tape two nails place insulation should hold by friction

[@cncshorts1075]

I envy you!

[@tara7088]

❤❤❤

[@brycediussam]

How much of a gap do you need for the frame vs the container walls?

[@junaidsakib5604]

Wonderful to watch your work! It has turned out so good! The place I want to build this at does not have a big road access, I was wondering if I can dismantle and reassemble it to start with. What do you suggest?

[@b9tf12143a]

just a question u didn't run any wiring for lights or power points before u put the plywood on ??? why.

[@asmenezamwida9685]

Gara2 tiktok kesini😅😂

[@sovereignsoultribe]

where did you get that electric roof vent from??

[@f612CreatorsPodcast]

Do the window frames get condensation?

[@DJ-uk5mm]

Great video, thanks but a question for you. Why didn’t you insolate on the outside then you would’ve had more room on the inside

[@kellstat]

A recip or circular saw with the proper metal blade will work much better, cleaner, less mess, less burrs, and way faster and easier.

[@Petapan33]

Can I aask, how hard is it to weld container steel?

[@citycarslincoln3687]

What was the spray insulation you used please ?

[@boblupart862]

Question and if this has been answered before just say so and I will look around. But why did you frame out to what looks like 6 inches away from the wall of the container?

[@Chelsea_stewart]

This is so satisfying to watch LOL Super curious now that the three containers are (more or less) done, if theres a vid you would do on is there anything that you wish you would have changed or done differently throughout the whole process (ie add a window here or there, made a window larger/smaller, maybe have the connect or not in a different way, what projects to expect now that the three are built out, sooooooo curious! Congrats Lou and Dana!!!

[@WildWeRoam]

Oh what a cool idea! There definitely are some things, like any project. Thanks so much, Chelsea 😀 Hope you are having a really nice Tuesday!!

[@papahumza]

Would it be easier to assemble the frame first and then weld the frame into the cutout, or is that more difficult?

[@paulinekenyon7623]

Hi i like what you have done just one question why have you puþt the windows one end of the room as it is dark the other end love your channel

[@phylthamendment]

Power boxes. Light cans,wall switches ?🤔

[@darrenrobinson06]

quick question. Did you keep the van or sell it? seems like a great tool for vacations when you need to get away from the land

[@XxXxXxXxXxXxXxXxXXxXxxccx]

Great job!

[@michelewarren5311]

Sorry if you've answered this already, but where do you get your storage bins?! I'm jealous!

[@BobHolster-om8rf]

THIS IS ABSOLUTELY INSANE!!!

[@robertjackson4121]

Why not inset sliding glass door with container doors for light and security

[@Jeff-vt8kn]

I think you should stack a 40ft on top of the 3 containers you already have.

[@TobyCostaDunkin]

Heres a question for this, one i never see answered on any build. Are all windows available a standard size and you know what to cut or your order is already in and you have the paperwork that states the dimensions. Basic i know but i have to hear it

[@my_freelance_life]

Once the conainer is framed is what is the actual floor space width reduced to?

[@johnmitchell5351]

As a retired builder it looks like you have gone way over the top with the insulation and also the amount of space lost with the stud work , if you had of used metal studs and reflected insulated board inside you could have gained about 3 inches around the whole room and of course you can always insulate from the outside as well adding to the appearance of the container as well

[@mikesalmon9945]

Could have framed a house from wood and had a WIDER (as you know from boats beam is everything when it comes to comfort) and cheaper build I know I know containers are sexy gritty industrial blah blah but in reality they are narrow and when you build inside they get smaller. I don’t believe they are anything but for looks. Too much extra work to get a smaller space. BTW why do most RVs have slides now? Room? Yes but beam cause it makes things more comfortable

[@bradheward140]

Great work!... What did it all cost?

[@CHEKnows]

I would love for you to come help build my shipping container home😊.

[@mcooper5929]

👍👍