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Small, Simple, Slow and Steady

Natural Building Blog Posted on March 1, 2017 by Owen GeigerJune 3, 2022

Many people are seeking a quick fix, ‘silver bullet’ solution to their housing situation and life in general. Just look at all the people who buy lottery tickets or go on crash diets for instance. In my experience things in … Continue reading →

Posted in General | Tagged DIY, do it yourself, ecofriendly, frugal living, homesteading, living within your means, natural building, self reliance, sustainable building, tiny living | 1 Reply

DIY Solar Water Heater! – Solar Thermal COPPER COIL Water Heater!

Natural Building Blog Posted on October 14, 2016 by Owen GeigerJune 3, 2022

“DIY Solar Water Heater. A Homemade “flat panel” COPPER COIL Solar Water Heater. Easy DIY. Full Instructions. Super hot temps (sustained at 165F+). Fast hot water. No electricity needed. Easily hooks up to standard water tap/garden hose. Reaches temps well … Continue reading →

Posted in Mechanical | Tagged appropriate technology, copper coil, DIY, do it yourself, low cost, natural building, simple, solar water heater, sustainable | 2 Replies

31 Insanely Clever Remodeling Ideas For Your Home

Natural Building Blog Posted on August 3, 2016 by Owen GeigerJune 3, 2022

Take a look at these home remodeling ideas to spark creativity for your own DIY low cost remodeling projects using recycled wood, antiques, natural building materials, etc. There are hundreds of similar ideas to consider. It’s endless really. Besides searching … Continue reading →

Posted in Design | Tagged affordable home improvements, clever home improvements, DIY, do it yourself, home design, house design, low cost, natural building, remodeling, sustainable | 7 Replies

Homestead Outlaws

Natural Building Blog Posted on May 11, 2016 by Owen GeigerJune 3, 2022

“When we looked around at all the things we do on a regular basis, we realize that many things are illegal in other places around the country. Living an Off Grid life in America can get you in hot water … Continue reading →

Posted in Codes | Tagged building codes, DIY, do it yourself, homestead, homesteading, low cost, natural building, off grid, self reliance, self sufficiency | Leave a reply

Building your own Hawaii minimal house for a vacation’s cost

Natural Building Blog Posted on March 26, 2016 by Owen GeigerJune 3, 2022

“Kristie Wolfe spent $5000 to build herself a tiny home on wheels in her hometown of Pocatello, Idaho. It started off as a yearlong experiment in simple living, but she liked it so much she decided to keep living small, … Continue reading →

Posted in General | Tagged affordable, DIY, do it yourself, Hawaii, low cost, minimalism, natural building, small house, stilt house, sustainable | Leave a reply

U.S. Building Codes by County Website

Natural Building Blog Posted on December 22, 2015 by Owen GeigerJune 3, 2022

“I am working on a Christmas gift of sorts for the natural building community and I could use some help. What is it? U.S. Building Codes by County is a website to collect, organize, and easily display building codes and … Continue reading →

Posted in Codes | Tagged alternative building, building codes, Codes, county building codes, do it yourself, natural building, owner builder, state, US | 3 Replies

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