The couple laid oak planks atop the container’s marine plywood floor—sealed with penetrating epoxy—and finished the oak in a gray wash and water-soluble urethane. The whitewashed pine walls were also treated with the same sealant.

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Experience the Serenity of the Catskills With This Off-Grid Shipping Container Cabin

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The couple laid oak planks atop the container’s marine plywood floor—sealed with penetrating epoxy—and finished the oak in a gray wash and water-soluble urethane. The whitewashed pine walls were also treated with the same sealant.