Comments for Charleston Tiny House

Comment on Let’s talk about siding. by char9175

char9175 — Wed, 15 May 2013 19:03:32 +0000

Mary,
The siding I used is actually a type of cut called “ship-lap” siding. It is cut so there is not really a joint for the water to seep into, just a seam for it to roll over. Perhaps you were thinking we were using tongue and groove? If so, you’re correct, the tongue side should be up.
Cheers,
Zach

Comment on Let’s talk about siding. by Mary

Mary — Tue, 14 May 2013 04:39:56 +0000

I had a question about the direction you put your siding. You show it with the GROOVE side UP, and to me that seems backwards. I think the TONGUE side should be UP, even if it means starting at the top and working down, so that water won’t needlessly seep into the joint.

Comment on What’s Going on here? by char9175

char9175 — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 19:11:43 +0000

Hey laura,
Sorry for my delay in reply, I am currently building the house outside of the city limits and I am not sure where I am going to put the house when its done. We have had another house in downtown Charleston for a few months and never had any problem with code enforcement while we were there. This may have been because it was out of sight next to the high way in a low profile area. I have had a few people offer me places to put the house when its done but thats yet to be worked out. If I had any advice it would be to start asking around before the house is done, be prepared to explain your plans for utilities and maybe consider a lease for the arrangement. Hope thats helpful,
Zach

Comment on Gilding by char9175

char9175 — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 19:08:02 +0000

Well the Australian oil was my first choice but after more research I found that Penofin has greater penetration and a longer life according to the manufacturer. I also like that its a compound of rosewood oil which is more resistant to UV fading. In addition to that it also have antimildew properties. In the end it made more sense and I changed at the last minute. As far as having to sand that stuff off of some boards, I had been coating the backs of the boards before they went up and in some cases the wrong face got oiled. So when they when up, the oiled side was out and would not have matched the new coat. So I was forced to sand the coating off, but in the end it wasnt a huge deal because the whole house got sanded to make everything flat and to impart some shape to the sharper edges of the house. Truthfully, sanding has been my favorite part so far.
Zach

Comment on Gilding by Eric Torbet

Eric Torbet — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 18:46:08 +0000

Hi Zach,
Just wondering the difference between the Australian oil and this new oil, and why you applied the Australian stuff only to sand it off? Thanks!
-Eric

Comment on What’s Going on here? by wedmenot

wedmenot — Sat, 13 Apr 2013 21:43:16 +0000

I’m planning a move to Raleigh and would love to live in a backyard tiny house. I do worry that I’ll have a hard time finding a place to put it, or I’ll get bumped by something like neighbor complaints or an HOA or the city if I do find a place to park. Are you planning to live within the Charleston city limits? Do you have any advice on how to find a place to park? I’m hoping that I won’t have to just find a backyard and hope I don’t get evicted…

Comment on Two new things. by Scott

Scott — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 05:10:34 +0000

I am bragging all over about my tiny houser friend who has ordered all his appliances! Should come visit you as soon as scooter weather arrives Z. Best regards from Asheville, NC.
Scott

Comment on The hobo house by char9175

char9175 — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 12:39:30 +0000

Hey sorry about that, it must have gotten lost in the upload.

Comment on The hobo house by Kesabii MOSELEY

Kesabii MOSELEY — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 00:53:08 +0000

Cool. Can you post a pic?

Comment on Two new things. by gfjam

gfjam — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 02:18:22 +0000

Sounds like a wise and prudent plan! Sweet, sweet dreams in your cozy little space. I trust it will unfold into a wonderful, functional and beautiful little home. So far… that is what you’ve created. Rest well, and blessing to you from Sonoma County, California.
Kath