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 Container House — Full Technical Specification Sheet

Category Component Specification
Main Frame (Full Galvanised Standard) Top Main Beam 180×100×3.0mm galvanised square tube — outer wrapped 3-bend fitting
Top Sub-Beam 180×100×3.0mm galvanised square tube — outer wrapped 3-bend fitting
Top Longitudinal Secondary Beam 30×30×1.3mm galvanised square tube
Top Transverse Secondary Beam 30×50×1.5mm galvanised square tube
Bottom Main Beam 180×100×3.0mm galvanised square tube — outer wrapped 3-bend fitting
Bottom Sub-Beam 180×100×3.0mm galvanised square tube — outer wrapped 3-bend fitting
Bottom Secondary Beam 140×80×2.0mm galvanised angle iron
Lifting Lug 12.8-grade portable anti-tipping lifting hook
Corner Column 180×100×3.0mm galvanised square tube — outer wrapped 3-bend fitting
Wing Frame (Full Galvanised Standard) Top Frame (a) 150×100×3.0mm galvanised square tube — outer wrapped 3-bend fitting
Top Frame (b) 30×30×1.5mm flat iron
Bottom Sub-Frame 180×100×3.0mm galvanised square tube — outer wrapped 3-bend fitting
Bottom Secondary Beam 140×80×2.0mm galvanised angle iron
Folding Hinge 130mm galvanised hinge
Overall Frame Protective Coating Surface Treatment Electrostatic spray / Straight white powder coating + anti-corrosion layer
Roof Panel Main Body Exterior Top Panel 950-type — 50mm thick, double-sided 0.3mm EPS colour steel composite panel + tile-effect single board t0.45mm
Main Body Interior Ceiling Panel 193-type ribbed flat ceiling panel
Wing Exterior Top Panel 950-type — 100mm thick, double-sided 0.3mm EPS colour steel composite panel + tile-effect single board t0.45mm
Wall Panel Side Walls / Front & Rear Walls 950-type — 65mm double-sided 0.3mm EPS colour steel composite panel
Interior Partition Panel 950-type — 50mm double-sided 0.3mm EPS colour steel composite panel
Flooring Main Floor Board 18mm plywood (fire-retardant, termite-proof)
18mm cement board (sturdy and non-deformable)
2mm PVC wear-resistant flooring
Electrical System Circuit System AC 220V / 50Hz
Lighting 300×300mm flat panel LED light + ceiling fan light
Power Outlets Standard 3-pin and 5-pin sockets (configurable per client requirement)
Light Switches Dual-control / single-control toggle switch (configurable per client requirement)
Wiring Main cable 6mm²; AC outlet 4mm²; general outlet 2.5mm²; lighting 1.5mm² (configurable to local certified electrical standards)
Accessories Roof corner trims, kick strips, corner guards, waterproof tape, hanging straps, structural adhesive (White Cloud), rubber mallet

 

House Structure

20ft Expandable Container House — 38㎡ Granny Flat 2 Bedroom Prefab Home

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 — 38㎡ Granny Flat 2 Bedroom Prefab Home

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 — 38㎡ Granny Flat 2 Bedroom Prefab Home

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

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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 expandable container houses have obtained ISO 9001 and AU/NZ (SAA/WaterMark) 、US/Canada (UL/CE) and NATA asbestos-free certification standards, 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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01 Request Quote

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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 2 months.

04 We Deliver

Depending on your delivery method, We coordinate delivery to your nearest national ports.

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