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What To Do With Leftover Straw? - Straw Bale Gardening Ideas and More
Wondering what to do with old, wet bales and the loose straw created during your home’s construction? Here’s how to put it to good use.
Straw Bale Landscape Wall Construction
The straw bales not only provide privacy but also superior soundproofing. Do you live in a loud neighborhood? Building a straw bale landscape wall instead of a typical privacy fence around your garden may be a better choice.
Straw Bale Landscape Walls and Rubble Trench Foundations
Interested in building straw bale landscape walls? Read more here.