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Convert a Used Grain Bin to a New House

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I’m pretty sure this could work for my family and I. From a distance they will look like a regular old grain bin and because of that if SHTF people may just move on by. 

Grain House Bins as Alternative Small Housing? Convert A Used Grain Bin To A New House —I know some of you will be saying what about tornadoes and nasty winds.. Well, that is something you have to think about, of course, but remember you could make the bins sturdier and add a foundation too.

As a regular tiny house this would work really well too. The bins themselves cost between free if you can pick one up, to a few thousand bucks. These just need to be insulated and fitted out.

Yes, I know some of you will be saying what about tornadoes and nasty winds. That is something you have to think about, of course, but remember you could make the bins sturdier and add a foundation too. Check out the original article and if you like it get the plans and build your own.

I would love to hear what you think about this project and if you think you could live in one. Or better yet, comments and pictures from those that do live in one! Please leave your comments over on our Facebook page.

Convert a Used Grain Bin to a New House

Grain House Bins as Alternative Small Housing? Convert A Used Grain Bin To A New House —I know some of you will be saying what about tornadoes and nasty winds.. Well, that is something you have to think about, of course, but remember you could make the bins sturdier and add a foundation too.