housing:natural_building_methods:cob
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Cob Building
Work in Progress, in the meantime please enjoy the following links and information regarding Cob building.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S_83Nsf0z1s
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=InJrWLK-wHc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DXmAwx8Imxw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sTEPkEFy5Qk
Cob Cottage // Building Off The Grid // DIY Network
Cob Pros and Cons
Pros
- Uses local, generally inexpensive or free materials
- Can include creative, beautiful detail
- Nontoxic
- High thermal mass helps temperature regulation
- Compatible with other natural materials (wood, stone, lime)
- Fun to build with friends
- Earthquake-resistant
- Pest resistant
Cons
- Labor-intensive
- Needs additional insulation in cold climates
- Often illegal or requires exorbitantly priced permits due to the bureaucracy of the state
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