3D Printing Our Tiny House

In recent years 3D printers have become more commonplace in households and not just as a tool for engineers and designers. I have printed our tiny house using a popular makerbot replicator 2X. In the video below I show the process of importing the model into the printer software, setting it up, printing, the clean up and the assembly.

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Compared to building your model from toothpicks and glue for example (not that there is anything wrong with that), this is a very simple and quick process. It gives an excellent idea of proportions and space. It also provides a talking point and is something tangible that people can touch. Any changes can be quickly modified and reprinted.

Looking at the model in real life I think some of the window and door openings need some adjustment but other than I think things are looking sweet.

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