Expanded Size

5900*6454*2480mm

Shrink Size

5900*2200*2480mm

Area

38.07㎡

Weight

2500kg

What is a 20ft expandable prefab house?

This 20ft prefabricated house floor area is 38.07m², features a layout including 2 bedrooms,1 living room, 1 kitchen, and 1 bathroom, utilizing a hot-dip galvanized steel frame and a modular, double-wing unfolding structure. The exterior walls are made of aesthetically pleasing and insulated gray metal carved panels, and it is equipped with double-glazed doors. It can be quickly assembled in 30 minutes and is suitable for single individuals or small families.

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KEY FEATURES:

  • Ultimate portability and optimal transportation cost
  • Dual-wing hydraulic rapid deployment and installation
  • High-performance single/double room
  • Lightweight high-strength structure
  • Fully pre-installed ready-to-move-in system

20ft Expandable House Structure

ITEM SPECIFICATION
Dimension
  • Expanded External Size: 5900 × 6454 × 2480mm
  • Folded/Package Size: 5900 × 2000 × 2480mm
  • Internal Size: 6140 × 5900× 2240mm
Framework
  • Main Column: Q235 Galvanized Folding Steel 150×210×2.0mm
  • Top Main Beam: Q235 Galvanized Square Tube (Main Room)
  • Top Secondary Beam: Q235 Galvanized Square Tube (Main Room)
  • Side Top Beam: Q235 Galvanized Square Tube
  • Side Bottom Main Beam: Q235 Galvanized Square Tube
  • Side Bottom Secondary Beam: Q235 Galvanized Square Tube
  • Corner Fitting: Q235 Galvanized Steel Reinforced Connector
  • Hinge: Q235 Galvanized Thickened Heavy-Duty Hinges
Floor System
  • Middle Room: 18mm Cement Fiber Board + 2.0mm PVC Plastic Floor
  • Side Room: 18mm Wood Glue Board + 2.0mm PVC Plastic Floor
Insulation Material
  • Side Wall: 75mm EPS Sandwich Composite Panel
  • Partition Wall: 50mm EPS Sandwich Composite Panel
  • Roof: 50mm EPS Sandwich Composite Panel
Weight 2500kg

 

House Structure

20ft Expandable Container House

Lightweight Design, Deployable on Demand

The 20ft prefabricated home is characterized by its compact and lightweight nature, offering a wide range of exterior customization options—including small foldable balconies, various roofing materials, and mobile chassis configurations. Its key advantage lies in its ability to be rapidly deployed within limited spaces; whether situated in an urban courtyard, a vacation campsite, or a commercial event venue, it ensures both efficient installation and flexible mobility.

20ft Expandable Container House

Factory prefabrication, rapid delivery

The 20ft container house also utilizes a factory-prefabrication model, optimized specifically for its compact dimensions. The wall, flooring, and roofing structures are pre-assembled at the factory, and plumbing and electrical systems are pre-installed; consequently, the unit requires only rapid on-site deployment to become fully operational. This standardized production process not only guarantees structural stability and thermal insulation but also significantly shortens delivery times, making it an ideal solution for projects demanding high levels of speed and flexibility.

20ft Expandable Container House

Efficient internal layout, fully functional

The 20ft expandable prefabricated house achieves a multifunctional layout within a compact footprint, typically comprising a bedroom, a kitchen, and a bathroom. Its interior design prioritizes logical circulation and spatial efficiency, while furniture arrangements and storage solutions can be customized to meet individual user needs. Even within its limited dimensions, it strikes a perfect balance between residential comfort and flexibility.

20ft Expandable Container House Layout Options

UVO designed to create spacious, comfortable and well-lit living spaces. We offer a variety of flexible house types, including one-bedroom to four-bedroom layouts, suitable for different needs such as personal residence, family use or project support. Each unit has a separate living area, a fully functional kitchenette and a separate bathroom with a shower and toilet to meet daily living needs.

Note: The unit design may be slightly adjusted based on inventory and customization requirements, and the specific room type will be confirmed before placing an order.

Open Plan

1 Bedroom and 1 Living Room

2 Bedrooms and 1 Living Room

3 Bedrooms and 1 Living Room

4 Bedrooms

Transportation & Installation

20ft expandable container house transportation

20ft expandable container house installation

Projects

Australian standard 20ft expandable container house
The Australian customer needed to resell the product, and UVO delivered four fully compliant, asbestos-free 20ft expandable container houses, providin...
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20ft Expandable Prefabricated Home in Australia
This 20ft foldable container house custom-built by an Australian homeowner, features upgrades to the roof, balconies, metal-paneled exterior walls, an...
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20ft Foldable Container House Delivered to France
UVO delivered two 20ft expandable prefab homes to France, each with a 2-bedroom, 1-kitchen, 1-bathroom layout to meet the family's weekend vacation ne...
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American Standard 20ft Expandable House with 2 Bedrooms
UVO has delivered a American-standard 20-foot expandable container home, featuring a layout comprising two bedrooms, a kitchen, and a bathroom; the ex...
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20ft Mobile Tiny House in Brisbane, Australia
UVO has delivered an Australian-standard 20-ft container home to Brisbane, Australia. The client selected a "one-bedroom, one-living room, and one-bat...
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20ft Foldable Container Home in Wellington, New Zealand
A New Zealand client opted for two 20ft container homes to obtain a comfortable, practical, and long-term habitable modern light housing solution on a...
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Frequently Asked Questions

The minimum order quantity is one unit. We support customization for single units, and tiered discounts are available for bulk purchases.

We have established airtightness, weather resistance, and structural stability as our core priorities. The installation of flashing at critical joints significantly enhances sealing effectiveness; furthermore, we provide pitched roof structures and gutter systems designed to efficiently channel away accumulated water, thereby minimizing the risk of leakage.

With an A-class fire rating, it provides reliable fire protection for a wide range of residential settings.

Yes, the structural framework of all our homes utilizes high-density glass wool insulation panels—ranging in thickness from 50 to 75 millimeters—as the primary material for both walls and roofs, effectively blocking the transmission of external heat and cold. Furthermore, our entire range of prefabricated expandable homes comes standard with double-glazed windows, further enhancing overall thermal insulation performance.

UVO standard production typically takes approximately 30-35 days, with shipping times varying depending on the country and region. Delivery times are negotiable. This lead time covers the entire process, from order confirmation to design, structural engineering, manufacturing, assembly, quality inspection, and shipping.

Although it features an ultra-compact design, thanks to a clever layout of built-in furnishings, the 20ft unit effortlessly provides a comfortable one-bedroom living experience—complete with full kitchen and bathroom facilities.

Common types of foundations include: reinforced concrete slabs, concrete bedding layers, and compacted ground foundations.

It boasts a service life of up to 30 years. This durability is closely linked to its optimized material selection and structural engineering design.

It possesses exceptional wind and seismic resistance capabilities. Its wind resistance rating reaches Level 11, and its seismic resistance rating reaches Level 8.

Our container houses have obtained ISO 9001 and CE certifications, and have passed Australian, American, and European standards.

UVO provides a two-year structural warranty for all homes, as well as warranty coverage for fixtures, fittings, and surface finishes.

Shipping costs will vary based on the distance between your delivery address and our factory warehouse, as well as the complexity of the delivery.

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OUR 4 STEP PROCESS

01 Request Quote

Select your desired unit with any additional features & delivery. Receive your final quote so you can arrange finances.

02 Confirm Quote

Carry out your due diligence, confirm you are satisfied & ready to proceed. We will then jump on a quick call to confirm.

03 Start Build

Once we have received payment we will begin your build. Depending on our capacity this may take up to 3 months.

04 We Deliver

Depending on your delivery method, we will either deliver your Expander to you or you can pick it up from our Christchurch yard.

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