{"product_id":"the-tiny-house-handbook-isbn-9781119581871","title":"The Tiny House Handbook","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“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.”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-Corinne Watson, Principle and Co-Founder, Tiny Homes of Maine\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e“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.“\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-John S. Crowley, CEO of FACET and Board member, Build It Green\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlan, design, and build a tiny house from scratch\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Tiny House Handbook\u003c\/i\u003e 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. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBased 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: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e·       Mobile (8'6”-wide trailers and RVs) \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e·       Movable (12'-wide, routine transport permit) \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e·       Site-built (up to 20’ wide) \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRather than being just another inspirational collection of tiny home photographs, \u003ci\u003eThe Tiny House Handbook\u003c\/i\u003e 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.  \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction xi\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments xii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Author xiii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAuthor’s Note xiv\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1. Tiny Houses 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA Tiny House at Walden Pond 2\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat Is a Tiny House? 4\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow Big Is Big Enough? 6\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNew Life for an Old Idea: The ADU 7\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2. Legal Aspects 9\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eZoning and Building Codes 10\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIRC Appendix Q 13\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHighway Width \u0026amp; Height Limits 15\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3. Costs 17\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuilding Cost Breakdown 18\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSavings by Doing It Yourself 19\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSquare Foot Construction Cost 20\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTotal Construction Cost 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBig Added Cost: The Site 22\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMore Added Costs: Site Services 23\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdded Costs: Impact Fees? 24\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4. Design 25\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Process 26\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Program 27\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eActivity Space Analysis 28\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpace Bubbles 30\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSquaring Up the Bubbles 32\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA Few Critical Dimensions 34\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurniture and Appliances 36\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurnishings for Tiny Spaces 38\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDesigning the Exterior 42\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVisual Element Variations 44\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5. Some Floor Plans 47\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOn Wheels 8 × 16 48\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOn Wheels 8 × 20 50\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOn Wheels 8 × 24 52\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOn Wheels 8 × 30 53\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOn Skids 12 × 16 54\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOn Skids 12 × 20 56\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOn Skids 12 × 24 58\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOn Skids 12 × 28 60\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSite-Built 12 × 20 62\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSite-Built 20 × 26 63\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSite-Built 20 × 32 64\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSite-Built 14 × 28 65\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSite-Built 16 × 24 66\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSite-Built 20 × 28 67\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSite-Built 20 × 20 68\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6. Drawing Plans 69\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDrafting Tools 70\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDrawing Lines 72\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDimensioning 74\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Templates 75\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFormatting the Page 76\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7. A Set of Plans 77\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Set 78\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSite Plan 80\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFloor Plan 81\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTwo Foundation Options 82\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTwo Floor Framing Options 83\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eN\/S Wall Framing 84\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eE\/W Wall Framing 85\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRoof Framing 86\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eElevations 87\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTypical Section 88\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eElectrical Plan 89\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlumbing Plan 90\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8. Foundations 91\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eForces Due to Wind 92\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnchoring Homes on Wheels 94\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnchoring Homes on Skids 95\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePole Foundation 96\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSlab on Grade 97\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMasonry Crawl Space 98\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFull Basement (South) 99\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFull Basement (North) 100\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9. Framing 101\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eForces on a House Frame 102\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow Beams Support Loads 104\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeams: Natural \u0026amp; Manufactured 105\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFraming Floors 106\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpan Tables for Floor Joists 110\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFraming Walls 112\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFraming Roofs 116\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpan Tables for Rafters 118\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpan Table for Ridge Beams 120\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10. Sheathing 121\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSheathing Materials 122\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFloor Sheathing 124\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWall Sheathing 126\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRoof Sheathing 127\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eT\u0026amp;G Roof Sheathing 128\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11. Siding 129\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCedar Shingle Siding 130\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHorizontal Lap Siding 132\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlywood Panel Siding 134\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVinyl Siding 136\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 12. Roofing 141\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRoofing Materials 142\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRoof Edge Details 143\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRoll Roofing (Selvage) 144\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDouble Coverage Roofing 145\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAsphalt Shingles 146\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCedar Shingles 148\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMetal Panel Roofing 150\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEPDM (Rubber) Roofing 152\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 13. Lofts \u0026amp; Stairs 153\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLoft Headroom 154\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLoft Access 155\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStairways 156\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLadders 159\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAlternating-Tread Devices 160\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShips Ladders 161\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHandrails 162\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 14. Windows \u0026amp; Doors 163\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWindow Types 164\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSizing Windows 165\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWindow Energy Efficiency 166\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEgress Windows 168\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNatural Daylighting 169\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVentilation 170\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe View Looking Out 171\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInstalling Windows 172\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout Doors 174\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnergy Efficiency of Doors 175\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInstalling Prehung Doors 176\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 15. Insulation 179\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInsulation and R-Value 180\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFloor Insulation Options 182\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWall Insulation Options 184\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRoof Insulation Options 186\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 16. Wiring 189\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe AC Electrical Circuit 190\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e110 VAC \u0026amp; 220 VAC Circuits 191\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eElectrical Wire \u0026amp; Cable 192\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eService Drops \u0026amp; Entrances 193\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCircuits Required by Code 194\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAn Example Wiring Plan 195\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Distribution Panel 196\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAccessory Dwelling Feeds 198\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRunning Cables 200\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Most Common Circuits 201\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGoing Off the Grid 202\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePV Panel Shading 204\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEstimating Your Usage 205\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSizing the System 206\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExample Off-the-Grid System 207\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 17. Plumbing 209\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSupply System 210\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDrain, Waste, \u0026amp; Vent System 212\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRoughing in the Pipes 214\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTraps \u0026amp; Venting 216\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Gray Waste Alternative 218\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 18. Heating 221\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEstimating Heat Loss 222\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHeat Loss Example 226\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHeating Cost 227\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChoosing Your Heat Source 228\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 19. Cooling 231\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat Determines Comfort? 232\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNatural Cooling 233\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCeiling Fans 234\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWindow Box Fans 236\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEvaporative Coolers 238\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAir Conditioners 239\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSizing Air Conditioners 240\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAC Sizing Example 242\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFurther Information 245\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 247\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\"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.\"\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cstrong\u003eCorinne Watson, Principle and Co-Founder, Tiny Homes of Maine\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Charlie Wing's very readable \u003cem\u003eTiny House Handbook\u003c\/em\u003e 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.\"\u003cbr\u003e—\u003cstrong\u003eJohn S. Crowley, CEO of FACET and Board member, Build It Green\u003c\/strong\u003e   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCHARLIE WING, P\u003csmall\u003eH\u003c\/small\u003eD,\u003c\/b\u003e 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, \u003ci\u003eHousewarming with Charlie Wing\u003c\/i\u003e.   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePLAN, DESIGN, AND BUILD A TINY HOUSE FROM SCRATCH\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Tiny House Handbook\u003c\/i\u003e 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. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBased on the 2018 International Residential Code (IRC) Appendix Q, this book includes sample construction drawings and floor plans for a variety of tiny home styles, including: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eMobile (8'6\"-wide trailers and RVs)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMovable (12'-wide, routine transport permit)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSite-built (up to 20' wide)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eRather than being just another inspirational collection of tiny home photographs, \u003ci\u003eThe Tiny House Handbook\u003c\/i\u003e constitutes a complete and fulsome reference for anyone seeking to build their own tiny home. 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