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Welcome to your #1 resource on straw bale home construction. Whether you’re a novice or a building professional, you’ll find what you need. Our mission is to empower people to build their own stunning, healthy, and dream straw bale home by providing the best instructional resources possible.

So go ahead, make yourself comfortable, and let’s get started!

Timbo & Dainella
Caretakers of the Strawbale.com Community
(Founded in 2004 by Andrew & Gabriella Morrison)

Why Straw Bale Construction?

Straw bale construction offers exceptional benefits over conventional buildings. The high insulation value of straw bale walls helps keep homes warmer in winter and cooler in summer, reducing energy use by up to 30% compared to standard insulation. Plastered straw bale walls also have high fire resistance, naturally limiting flame spread without additional treatments. With reinforced design, straw bale homes are seismically resilient, meeting or exceeding earthquake standards in areas like California.

Built from renewable, biobased materials, straw bale homes resist pests and mold and maintain superior indoor air quality by avoiding the synthetic materials common in conventional construction. With the right protection against moisture, these homes offer durability comparable to wood-frame houses, creating an eco-friendly, carbon-sequestering option that reduces environmental impact while enhancing comfort and health.

Straw bale construction is officially part of the International Residential Code.  Find much more HERE.

You Can Do It!

Since 2004, we’ve written 500+ blog posts, had our FREE e-Course read by 50,000+ people, had 10,000+ watch our videos, and worked with numerous people with private consulting packages. 2,500+ folks have attended strawbale.com workshops.

By interfacing with so many over the years, we’ve learned an undeniable truth: people of ALL ages and abilities, when given the proper instruction and support, are capable of building their own dream straw bale home.

So if you want to do it but aren’t sure you can, you’ve arrived at the right place. 😊

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Calculating the Number of Bales in Your Straw Bale House
Calculating the Number of Bales in Your Straw Bale House

Learn how to calculate the number of bales needed in your straw bale house build. Understand how to do it without creating excess waste.

Are You New To Straw Bale Construction?
Are You New To Straw Bale Construction?

Great! We hear all the time folks have been ‘thinking about this for years’. It’s a learning process. Here is a wealth of information about where to start in learning about the technique, next steps, and FAQs.

Retrofitting an Existing House with Straw Bale Construction
Retrofitting an Existing House with Straw Bale Construction

Is it possible to retrofit a house with straw bales? Learn more in this blog.

How to Build a Truth Window in a Straw Bale Home
How to Build a Truth Window in a Straw Bale Home

What is a Truth Window in a straw bale house? Learn about this time honored tradition found in nearly every straw bale build and how to make one step-by-step.

Looking Back at Our 2024 Hands-On Straw Bale Workshops: A Year of Meaningful Growth
Looking Back at Our 2024 Hands-On Straw Bale Workshops: A Year of Meaningful Growth

We find ourselves looking back on a journey filled with achievement, insight, and beautiful connections. We’re grateful not only for the tangible results but also for the meaningful experiences shared with each of you along the way.

Protecting the Top of Walls in Straw Bale Homes
Protecting the Top of Walls in Straw Bale Homes

No one likes a leaky roof; however, this simple technique can help prevent costly damage and provide peace of mind.

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