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.

KEY FEATURES:

  • The house comes pre-fabricated with pre-installed plumbing and electrical systems.
  • Installation can be completed and the house ready for use in just a few hours.
  • Certified by ISO, CE, SAA, UL, SGS, WM, and other standards.
  • Offers 30+ free layout and configuration options to meet diverse needs.

20ft Expandable House Structure

Frame System

  • 150×210 Frame Columns
  • 150×210 Hanging Heads

Main & Secondary Beams

  • Main Roof Beam / Secondary Beam of Main Roof
  • Main Beam of Side Bottom / Secondary Beam of Side Bottom

Wall & Insulation System

  • 75mm EPS Color Steel Composite Panel
  • P-tube Frame of Fan Wall

Door & Window System

  • Broken Bridge Aluminum Sliding Window

Floor & Interior System

  • 18mm Cement Fiber Board
  • 18mm Wood Glue Board
  • 2.0mm Plastic Floor

Base & Connector System

  • Bottom Beam of Main Room
  • Bottom Beam of Side Bottom
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.

Expendable Container House 20ft

Open Plan

Expendable Container House 20ft

1 Bedroom and 1 Living Room

Expendable Container House 20ft

2 Bedrooms and 1 Living Room

Expendable Container House 20ft

3 Bedrooms and 1 Living Room

Expendable Container House 20ft

4 Bedrooms

Solutions

Beyond serving as a flexible housing option, expandable tiny houses also demonstrate exceptional value in commercial and public service settings. 20ft barracks and medical clinics can be rapidly deployed, facilitating efficient management and medical care; 20ft container barbershops can be flexibly constructed and customized with unique interiors to attract customers; 20ft restaurants and cafes pod accommodate dining spaces of various sizes while reducing construction costs; and 20ft backyard office pod spaces can be freely combined and expanded to provide a comfortable and flexible work environment.

20ft Expandable Container House Specifications

Main Frame Material

  • Q235 galvanized steel structural frame (electrostatic spraying treatment)
  • 75mm EPS sandwich wall panels offer excellent thermal insulation
  • Custom wall panel thicknesses of 50/75/100mm are available
  • Optional exterior wall cladding with metal decorative panels
  • Upgradeable to PU polyurethane sandwich panels or PIR flame-retardant sandwich panels.

Electricity

  • Equipped with a residual current device (RCD)
  • LED ceiling light system
  • Power outlet/switch panel
  • SAA / CE / UL / ETL Certificate

Plumbing System

  • All water systems are pre-installed at the factory
  • Cold water inlet/hot water inlet is provided
  • Grey water outlet/black water outlet is included
  • Pipe material is PVC
  • Water pipe insulation can be added upon request

Floor

  • 18mm plywood (fire-retardant, termite-proof)
  • 18mm cement board (sturdy and non-deformable)
  • 2mm PVC wear-resistant flooring
  • Aluminum alloy edging
  • Upgradeable to SPC waterproof flooring
  • Multiple customizable flooring colors available

Door and Window

  • Insulated steel security entrance door
  • Soundproof aluminum alloy double-glazed sliding door
  • Glass bathroom door
  • Dustproof aluminum alloy double-glazed window

Kitchen

  • L-shaped kitchen cabinets
  • Stainless steel sink + faucet
  • Artificial stone countertop (silica-free)
  • Upgradeable wall cabinet system for increased storage space

Bathroom

  • Separate Washbasin with mirror
  • Corner shower area + rain shower system
  • Faux marble wall paneling
  • Upgradeable to separate wet and dry areas or panoramic shower enclosure

Installation

  • Instructional video provided for house unfolding and installation
  • Foundation floor plan provided
  • Engineer technical support available during installation
  • Only requires connection to the local water, electricity, and sewage systems.

Optional Components

  • Sloping Roof System
  • Outdoor Terrace Platform
  • Glass Front or Side Walls
  • Custom Trailer Chassis

Multiple Application Combinations

In addition to purchasing a 20ft expandable tiny house separately, we also provide a variety of combination solutions, such as a movable trailer model, a three-in-one combination suitable for camping, and a double-layer structure to meet larger space needs.

Double-storey

Trailer

Three-in-one

Why Choose UVO 20ft Foldable Tiny Home​?

High-Strength Steel Structure

Made with high-quality structural steel with a yieldstrength of up to 235 MPa and ful-size galvanizedcorner fittings, the container house remains stableand durable during repeated lifting and long-termuse.

Polished Surface and PowderCoating

The structural components are polished andgalvanized with environmentally friendly powdercoating, giving them excellent corrosionresistance, rust prevention, and long-termdurability.

Waterproof Structural Sealant

The wall panels and roof are designed with adouble waterproofing system using structuralsealant and butyl tape, and have passed a 100%waterproofing test to ensure long-term leak-freeoperation.

Standardized production andtransportation

Standardized mold production enables rapidnstallation and efficient transportation; a 40HQcontainer can carry two 20ft container house.

Transportation & Installation

Installation Guide

Loading and Transport

Projects

20ft Foldable Container House Delivered to Lisbon, Portugal
The UVO 20ft two-bedroom container house has been successfully delivered to Lisbon, providing an efficient and flexible housing solution to Portugal's...
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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 Expandable Container House in Minnesota, USA
UVO 20ft expandable home in Minnesota, USA, features a highly efficient layout of 2 bedrooms, 1 living room, and 1 bathroom, achieving complete and co...
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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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20ft Expandable House for Office in Adelaide, Australia
UVO delivered a 20ft expandable house in Adelaide, Australia, installed in the backyard, providing a self-contained workspace suitable for the local c...
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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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