In a recent video, YouTuber Nathan Johnson Graham, better known as “Unspeakable,” took on a rather unconventional challenge: he bought three “houses” off the popular online marketplace Temu and put them to the ultimate test. With his trademark humor and adventurous spirit, Nathan documented the entire process, from unboxing the houses to subjecting them to extreme conditions. The results, as expected, were nothing short of entertaining.
Can You Really Buy a House on Temu?
The idea behind the video was sparked by the discovery that it’s possible to buy an entire house on Amazon. This led Nathan to wonder if Temu, a marketplace known for its heavily discounted products shipped directly from China, could offer something similar. As it turns out, while you can’t buy a full-fledged house on Temu, you can purchase various structures that can be converted into living spaces. Nathan’s goal was to see how these Temu purchases would compare to the Amazon house he had tested previously.
First Impressions: A Shed, a Greenhouse, and a Sauna
Nathan and his friends, James and Gabe, eagerly unboxed the three structures they purchased. What they got, however, was far from the traditional concept of a house. Nathan described his Temu purchase as resembling a shed, while Gabe ended up with a greenhouse, and James received what looked like a tiny sauna. Despite the underwhelming initial impressions, the team decided to deck out their new “homes” with various products also purchased from Temu, making each structure as homey as possible.
Unboxing the Essentials: What’s Inside?
The video takes viewers through the unboxing of several Temu items meant to furnish and enhance the makeshift homes. From an LED Jenga set to a portable air conditioning unit, the variety of items was both surprising and amusing. Nathan’s crew managed to squeeze beds, tables, and even a cold plunge into their tiny spaces, showing off their creativity and making the most of what Temu had to offer.
Putting the Homes to the Test
Once the homes were set up, it was time to see if they could withstand real-world conditions. The first test was simple: could they actually live in their homes for an hour? Despite the cramped spaces and unusual setups, the group managed to survive, with Nathan even relaxing in a massage chair. But the real challenges were yet to come.
The Blizzard Test: Which House Survives?
Nathan decided that for a structure to qualify as a house, it must survive a simulated blizzard. As expected, the results were chaotic. While Nathan’s house held up surprisingly well, Gabe’s greenhouse was almost completely destroyed. James’s sauna-like structure managed to survive, albeit with some damage. The test highlighted just how fragile these makeshift homes were, but it also provided plenty of laughs.
The Wind Test: Shaking Things Up
Next up was the wind test, where an airboat fan was used to simulate high winds. Nathan’s house vibrated but remained standing, while James’s structure also fared well. Gabe’s greenhouse, on the other hand, didn’t stand a chance and was quickly blown apart. It became clear that while the structures from Temu could be fun projects, they were not built to withstand severe weather.
The Ultimate Challenge: Making the House Float
In the final and most dramatic test, Nathan attempted to see if his house could float. The structure was placed in a pool and subjected to waves. Initially, the house floated, but as the waves intensified, the walls began to cave in. By the end of the test, Nathan’s house was thoroughly destroyed, proving that while these structures might be fun for a backyard project, they’re not practical for much else.
Are Temu Houses Worth It?
Nathan’s experiment with Temu’s version of “houses” was a success in terms of entertainment, but it raised questions about the practicality of such purchases. While the houses provided a platform for creative expression and some light-hearted fun, they clearly weren’t built for durability or real-life use. Nathan concluded that while it was a fun experiment, these houses were more of a novelty than a serious housing solution.
A Fun but Flimsy Adventure
Nathan’s video serves as a reminder of the old adage, “you get what you pay for.” While Temu offers products at incredibly low prices, the quality and practicality of those products can vary widely. For those considering similar purchases, Nathan’s experiment is a must-watch—it’s both a cautionary tale and a showcase of just how far you can stretch your creativity, even with the most unconventional of materials.
Possible New Trends?
What do you think? Could the rise of platforms like Temu, offering affordable yet unconventional products, lead to new trends in how people approach DIY projects or even temporary housing solutions? What are the ethical implications of marketplaces like Temu offering such low-cost items, particularly when considering the potential labor and environmental costs? In what ways could these low-cost structures be used in more practical or humanitarian applications, such as emergency shelters or temporary housing in disaster-stricken areas?
See the full video on Unspeakable’s YouTube channel for more details here.
