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Tiny Home Flashcards

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Tiny home flashcards

Master terminology, regulations, and design principles.

Zoning Laws

Local regulations that determine where and how you can place your tiny home.

Hint: Check before building!
RVIA Certification

Recreational Vehicle Industry Association certification for tiny homes on wheels.

Hint: Required for legal parking in many areas.
R-Value

Measurement of insulation's thermal resistance. Higher = better insulation.

Hint: Important for temperature control.
Composting Toilet

Waterless toilet system that breaks down waste into compost.

Hint: Common in off-grid tiny homes.
Loft

Elevated sleeping area accessed by ladder or stairs, maximizing vertical space.

Hint: Classic tiny home feature.
Multi-Functional Furniture

Furniture that serves multiple purposes to save space (e.g., bed-to-couch, fold-down table).

Hint: Essential for tiny living.
Trailer Tongue Weight

Downward force on the hitch. Should be 10-15% of total trailer weight.

Hint: Critical for towing safety.
Rainwater Collection

System for capturing and storing rainwater for use in the home.

Hint: Key component of off-grid living.
Foundation Options

Permanent: Crawl space, slab. Temporary: Trailer, skids, pier blocks.

Hint: Determines mobility and permits.
Living Wall

Vertical garden integrated into interior or exterior wall.

Hint: Saves space while growing food/plants.