This Stunning Home On TikTok Is Actually A Home Depot Shed

Gone are the days when sheds were just run-down structures that stored anything you couldn't keep in the house. Minimalist, modern sheds have been taking over backyards, as people want them to be extensions of their homes, delivering on both style and function. In this TikTok, @just_a_glimpse_ shows off the exterior of her two-story Tuff Shed from The Home Depot. In another TikTok, she shows the bottom floor and how she's been able to transform it into a stunning living room and kitchen area. There are many structures out there like hers, as people have chosen this route to get a home for themselves due to the affordability and flexibility when compared to traditional homebuilding.

These sheds range in their costs and typically come as just frames, giving you the chance to create your ideal space. One example is the Gustav J44A by Hud-1 EZ Building, which is a log cabin with two rooms and a half wrap-around terrace. It costs $33,000 at The Home Depot. Another is the Sea Breeze steel frame 1-bed 1-bath home that goes for $24,000 from The Home Depot. While it's an attractive option, it's important to know the basics of what goes into the process.

If you're interested in getting a tiny home, the first thing you need to sort out is the land. You'll have to rent or buy, or you can place it on land you already own. However, cities and states have laws and codes about if and how this type of property can be placed there, so do proper research. The next thing is the actual building. You can't get a mortgage for this, so you need to be able to purchase the shed in full and pay for all it takes to make it livable (it's important to consider how much living in a tiny house will really cost you).

Some products are just the kit (maybe with weatherproofing for an added cost) and you'll also have to figure out water, electric, and other systems, whether to install by yourself or with contractors. Some sheds include the installation and building in their total price, but you will still need the insight of building contractors to ensure you're setting it up correctly and in the way you need it.

The many TikToks and videos on the internet show that it's completely possible to turn a Home Depot shed into a house. These charming tiny houses can be very spacious and just need the right setup to become comfortable and livable. What needs more thought is the amount of work and close attention that will go into this. Virtually everything about the process will be DIY, so it's great if you want a project to immerse yourself in.

If you're already looking into getting a traditional house, this can be a good alternative because you would already have some money put away that can go into building up the shed. With a modest construction plan, it will be much more affordable. And if you already have your own home on your own land, this can be a great way to create some additional space whether for a member of your household or to rent out to someone else. But don't think transforming a Home Depot shed into a tiny home will be a cheap and easy fix if you need or want a living space immediately.