There are a few easy things you can do to make the most of your Tiny House in winter.
Rougher weather conditions (cold, wind, snow, frost) can affect the use of your Tiny House.
Freezing water pipes, condensation inside the Tiny House, poor insulation: these are just some of the problems that will spoil your life in your beautiful Tiny House, if a minimum of precautions aren't taken.
Find out how to live in a Tiny House in winter
For advice on maintaining your Tiny House, read our article: How to maintain your Tiny House.
In winter, bad weather can cause the ground on which your Tiny House is installed to move, depending on the properties of the land and the weather.
For example, after heavy rain, the ground can become muddy, affecting the stability of your Tiny House in terms of wedging.
Repositioning your Tiny House is essential to preserve its stability. It's recommended to recalibrate your Tiny House twice a year.
Ventilate your Tiny House daily despite the cold, especially the kitchen and bathroom when in use.
To prevent condensation, air your Tiny House for at least 10 minutes every day.
To promote air circulation, don't block the wall and window vents. And try to extend your Tiny House outside.
Tip: The humidity level inside a Tiny House should be between 40 and 60%.
If you find that the humidity is too high in your Tiny House, even with ventilation, consider installing a dehumidifier.
To protect your water supply and drainage pipes from freezing, start by insulating them.
You can find foam or rubber sleeves in DIY stores.
To reinforce the insulation of your Tiny House and its pipes, add heating tape to contain the temperature, especially in the event of severe frost.
Don't forget to cover the fittings, which are often more exposed.
Drain the water if your Tiny is not lived in for an extended period, to avoid freezing.
Finally, if possible, incline drain pipes slightly to prevent water from stagnating, thus reducing the risk of freezing.
Insulate the underside of the Tiny House with bio-basedinsulation materials such as cork, wood wool, flax, hemp or cellulose wadding.
You can also opt for mineral insulation such as rock wool and glass wool.
Be careful when using straw as a natural insulator, as this material is highly flammable in the event of a fire.
The roof is one of the first elements to be exposed to winter weather, such as snow, rain or sleet.
The first thing to do is to check the tightness of sheet metal fasteners.
Then check the condition of the gaskets, and replace them if they look damaged.
Finally, clean the gutters.
Whether you have a wood-burning stove, gas or electric heating, you should have it checked once a year. by a certified professional.
What's more, if you have a wood-burning stove in your Tiny House, you'll need to have the flue swept.
A well-maintained Tiny House heater guarantees safety.
It also saves you money on heating, by avoiding the extra costs and consumption associated with poorly maintained Tiny House heating.
Finally, check your Tiny's smoke detector and/or carbon monoxide detector, and change the batteries if necessary.
Regularly inspect the seals onyour doors, bay windows and windows.
A cracked or damaged seal should be replaced immediately to prevent air and water infiltration into your Tiny House.
This will also help prevent the appearance of damp patches in your Tiny House, particularly on the door and window frames.
What's more, if the joints are faulty, the paint or stain may become waterlogged and flake off.
To maintain good air quality in your Tiny House, it's essential to clean the extract and supply vents regularly.
Once a quarter, gently remove them and wash them in soapy water to remove dust and grease deposits.
At the same time, check the ducts for any obstructions that could impair ventilation operation.
A well-maintained VMC helps reduce humidity in your Tiny House and improves your comfort, especially in winter.
Preparing your Tiny House for winter guarantees comfort, durability and energy savings.
By following these tips, you'll avoid the inconveniences associated with cold anddamp in your Tiny House.
These precautions will preserve the quality of your Tiny House and improve its lifespan.
Take care of your Tiny House in winter and make the most of every season!