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housing:natural_building_methods:cob

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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 Pros and Cons

Pros

• Uses local, generally inexpensive or free materials
• Can include creative, beautiful detail
• Nontoxic
• High thermal mass helps temperat
• Compatible with other natural materials (wood, stone, lime)
• Fun to build with friends
• Earthquake-resistant

Cons

• Labor-intensive
• Needs additional insulation in cold climates
• Often Illegal due to the bureaucracy of the state

housing/natural_building_methods/cob.1544590294.txt.gz · Last modified: 2018/12/12 04:51 by piponhouse