How To Make A Cold Frame Using Straw Bales
This post below was written for us by our friend Scott Allison. As we all know, straw has multiple uses and this is a pretty easy/economical/functional use for bales. This
This post below was written for us by our friend Scott Allison. As we all know, straw has multiple uses and this is a pretty easy/economical/functional use for bales. This
One of the most artistic expressions of a straw bale wall are the niches that are carved into it. I have laid out a step-by-step process for the most common
An insurance agent in New York State reached out asking for more straw bale homes to insure in the state. Very cool.
Gabriella and I have noticed a recent surge in new subscribers and many who have contacted us to let us know they are brand new to the world of straw
One of the most stunning aspects of a straw bale home is the shape that window and door openings take. These curves that bring so much joy and serenity can
I recently completed teaching a workshop in Meadville, Pennsylvania which once again reminded me of how much fun it is to build a house with my own two hands. In
Check out this short slideshow to view a beautiful Straw Bale Home in British Columbia, Canada
If anyone ever wondered if living tiny is possible while living in a straw bale structure, wonder no more. There are several options available to you and your imagination is
This is without a doubt the most common question I am asked about straw bale construction. The problem is that answering this question is not easy. In hopes of reaching
A consulting client recently asked me about the best practice is for removing rotten straw from an existing straw bale house. Whether you need to replace a small amount of
We heard from one of our readers, Mary, who had been struggling to get a bank loan for her straw bale construction build. She wrote to share the great news
There is far more water used in the preparation and curing process than in the mix itself. If you have a limited water supply, be sure to account for this
This unique home was built in 2008 using passive solar and straw-bale construction techniques (the entire south wall of the house is glass, and the home’s post and beam constructed
We would like to introduce you to one of our readers, Tim, and to share with you a letter he recently sent us. Tim is a pilot flying in Afghanistan
Unique straw bale home for sale in Kansas. (sold)
This week we reached a monumental step at our 5 acre homestead…we set up our bathroom suite. Being that we are living out of our pop up tent trailer and
For those that have been with us for a couple of years or more, you will know that my wife, Gabriella, 12 year old daughter and I spent nearly 5
Meet the Montana straw bale workshop host, Dale. He is one of these people that one can’t help but enjoy being around. We met him a couple of years ago
Special care must be taken to protect straw bales from condensation when using steel framing in a straw bale house. Without isolating the steel from the bales, the risk of
You have likely heard me say this before, but it is worth saying again: keep your plumbing out of your bales. Of course, it’s not as simple as that when
This incredible piece of property is where I used to live and where I raised my kids for 11 years. It is one of the most incredible pieces of land
In this post, I will teach you the most up to date and highest quality installation techniques for installing electrical service in your straw bale home. Knowing these techniques is
I am not one who lives from a place of fear or who likes to offer it as a motivation to others. Personally, I think that is a poor way
Gabriella and I are so grateful for all of you who support what we do. We often sit with each other and reflect on our lives and the support we
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