Bottom plate fixing of timber and steel framed tiny houses on wheels is very important to resist wind up lift and transportation movements. Our trailers generally use RHS 75 x 50 (rectangular hollow section) down the length of the trailer and 50 x 50 at the front and back. There is a number of different fixing options available to suit construction method, tools available and material supply.

General construction method is usually level and secure trailer, lay floor and stand frames. Frames can be tacked with nails or screws to ensure correct position before hold downs added.

A hold downs should be added next to any opening and in all four corners. As a general rule of thumb every 1200mm along a wall and where appropriate. Combination of the above methods can be used. All above products generally available off the shelf at any good merchant.

This is a general guide only please refer to NZ3604 , NASH and manufacture information.