Building The Crestone

Framing your Tiny House – Wood Studs, SIPs and Steel, Oh My!

When it comes down to framing your tiny house, there are generally three options (Minus cardboard – and yes, that’s a real thing – look it up!). Standard Wood Framing Structurally Insulated Panels (AKA – SIPs) Steel What should you choose? Each has their pro’s and con’s. Let’s check them out! Standard Wood Framing (2×4 Read more about Framing your Tiny House – Wood Studs, SIPs and Steel, Oh My![…]

We’ll be at the 2016 Tiny House Jamboree!

We will be showing a Tiny House Shell at the 2016 Tiny House Jamboree from August 5-7th! We’ll also be bringing our “homemade” expandable solar generator. Expect great discount on our custom Tiny House Shells, and our unique hands-on workshops! Get your tickets here! Did you attend last year’s Tiny House Jamboree? What did you Read more about We’ll be at the 2016 Tiny House Jamboree![…]

Beware of trailer weight ratings for your tiny house!

The last thing you want for your beautiful tiny home, is to finish it and find out it weighs too much for your trailer. Overloading your trailer capacity can be dangerous, on top of potentially damaging to your tiny home foundation. Here can be some of the dangers or issues of an overloaded trailer: 1. Read more about Beware of trailer weight ratings for your tiny house![…]