
Tiny Living
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What PFAS are and How to Filter Them Out of Your Water
Read morePFAS contaminants in the water supply have been popping up in the news a lot lately. The reports are concerning, to say the least, but many people I’ve talked to are still wondering what PFAS actually are and what risks they pose. As part of our overall series on water filtration while traveling or living […]
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Can Water Filters Remove Lead
Read moreLead is one of the most significant and dangerous potential water contaminants. Even small levels of exposure can result in severe and long-term health issues, and its presence in vast swatches of the world’s water supply makes it difficult to avoid. Thankfully, advances in water filtration technology have made it easier and far more affordable […]
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How Much Does It Cost To Live In A Tiny House Community?
Read moreOne of the questions we hear the most about tiny houses is where to park it. One emerging option is tiny house communities. These are tiny house focused villages and neighborhoods that offer a way to connect your tiny home on wheels to utilities while also offering a sense of community with like-minded tiny enthusiasts. […]
Living Off The Grid
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How to irrigate your garden with a gray water system
Read moreSuppose you have a lovely garden: a vegetable garden or a permaculture food forest for example. We all know that it takes quite a lot of water to keep the plants happy. Perennials and trees might take care of their water supply due to their wonderful deep roots, but new plants, vegetables, and certain herbs […]
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When did the tiny home movement start
Read moreTiny houses seem to be everywhere. These days, we can live in tiny house communities, book a tiny house holiday, rent out a second tiny house, and buy a ready-made tiny smart villa – you name it. However, this is all relatively new: the concept has only been here for about twenty years. In this […]
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Can You Live In A van Permanently?
Read moreFreedom and adventure on the open road have a constant allure for many. Vanlife offers one of the easiest ways to hit the road and explore the country while also a good option for an affordable, sustainable place to live long-term. As someone who converted and lived in a van for quite a while, there […]
Communities
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How Much Does It Cost To Live In A Tiny House Community?
Read moreOne of the questions we hear the most about tiny houses is where to park it. One emerging option is tiny house communities. These are tiny house focused villages and neighborhoods that offer a way to connect your tiny home on wheels to utilities while also offering a sense of community with like-minded tiny enthusiasts. […]
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How Long Does It Take To Build A House With Earthbags
Read moreBuilding with earthbags: there are so many excellent reasons for doing it, and below I have listed a few just because I can not restrain myself. But what we really want to know is how long it takes to build one. Of course, it depends on the size of the building and the number of […]
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5 Most Popular Hobbies For People Living In Tiny Houses
Read more5 most popular hobbies for people living in tiny houses Living in a tiny house seems like a dream come true. But what do people living in a tiny house do as a pastime, and how do they pursue their passions in the limited space that they have at their disposal? Arnold from The Netherlands […]
Buying Guides
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The Top 3 Best Books About Minimalism | A Critical Analysis
Read moreDoes your house look like it has exploded, do you long for a more calm life, with less distraction, stress, and consumerism? Or maybe you like to live in a tiny house and prepare for that or find that your tiny house seems cluttered at times. Minimalism may be just what you are looking for. […]
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What PFAS are and How to Filter Them Out of Your Water
Read morePFAS contaminants in the water supply have been popping up in the news a lot lately. The reports are concerning, to say the least, but many people I’ve talked to are still wondering what PFAS actually are and what risks they pose. As part of our overall series on water filtration while traveling or living […]
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Can Water Filters Remove Lead
Read moreLead is one of the most significant and dangerous potential water contaminants. Even small levels of exposure can result in severe and long-term health issues, and its presence in vast swatches of the world’s water supply makes it difficult to avoid. Thankfully, advances in water filtration technology have made it easier and far more affordable […]