How I made a house from surrand wrap and bricks! Yeah, I’ll own it!
Description
Look, I’ll own it—building a house out of saran wrap and bricks is definitely a “choice.” It’s the kind of project that makes the neighbors slow down their cars just to make sure they aren’t hallucinating.
Here is the breakdown of this translucent architectural marvel:
The Origin Story
The idea hit me while I was trying to cover leftovers in the kitchen. I realized that saran wrap is basically just a giant, flexible window pane that’s significantly cheaper than double-glazed glass. I wanted to see if I could combine the ancient, heavy reliability of red bricks with the futuristic, crinkly chaos of plastic film.
The Build Process
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Duration: It took about three weeks of solid work. Most of that time wasn’t even laying bricks; it was wrestling with static electricity and the wind.
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Tradition vs. Innovation: Was it easier than a traditional build? Absolutely not. In a normal house, you don’t have to worry about your “windows” sticking to your shirt or melting if you get too close with a heat gun.
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The Help: I did this mostly solo, though I had a “volunteer” (a very patient friend) hold the roll of wrap while I ran around the perimeter like a madman to create the seal.
Structural Integrity
It looks like it needs more work because, frankly, it always will. Maintaining the “Digital Sovereignty” of my living room means occasionally patching a hole with a fresh layer of Glad wrap. It’s sturdy enough to stand, but I wouldn’t recommend throwing a housewarming party with any sharp objects.
The best part? The insulation is terrible, but the natural lighting is literally everywhere.
Features
10,000 Bricks: Because you need something heavy to keep the house from blowing away like a discarded grocery bag.
427 Rolls of Industrial Strength Plastic Wrap: Get the "Professional Grade"—you want it to sound like a drum when the wind hits it.
1 Gallon of Industrial Adhesive/Cement: For that "sovereign" bond between the brick and the cling.
A Heavy-Duty Ladder: For when you inevitably get tangled in the wrap like a giant human spider.
🛠️ Step-by-Step Construction (at your own risk)
1. The Heavy Foundation
Start by laying your brick base. This is the only part of the house that won't make you look like you’re trying to gift-wrap a vacant lot. Make sure it's level, because Saran wrap doesn't do "structural shims."
2. The "Spider-Man" Phase
Once the pillars are up, it’s time for the windows. Have a friend (or an enemy you want to annoy) stand on one side. Pull the wrap across the opening, stretching it until it’s so clear you’ll accidentally try to walk through it later that afternoon.
3. The Floor Laminate
Take your clear wrap and cement it directly to the half-finished brick floor. This creates a "luxury" waterproof barrier that also ensures you will slip and fall every time you wear socks.
4. The Infinite Roof
Wrap the top until it looks like a giant, transparent ravioli. If it starts to sag, just add more layers. In this house, there is no problem that cannot be solved with an extra 50 feet of polyethylene.
⚠️ Important Safety Warnings
The Magnifying Glass Effect: During summer, the house will act as a giant solar oven. You will be the turkey.
Static Shock: Every time you touch a doorknob, you will generate enough electricity to power a small village for three seconds.
Bird Confusion: Local birds will be very upset. Keep a squeegee handy.
Final Verdict: It’s less of a "tradition build" and more of a "cry for help" that happens to have a roof.
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