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ESSENTIAL PREFAB STRAW BALE CONSTRUCTION

Author: Chris Nagwood

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160 pages

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Prefabricated straw bale wall panels combine traditional straw bale's performance and low environmental impact with reduced labor and more consistent results. These structural insulated panels (SIPs) are built offsite, transported to the job site, or built onsite and "tipped up" into position. Essential Prefab Straw Bale Construction is a fully illustrated practical guide to this affordable, scalable method.

Going well beyond the scope of many natural building books, this indispensable manual includes a complete introduction to prefabricated bale walls, packed with all the information you need to determine whether they are the right choice for your project. It covers:

  • Specifications, engineering details, and building code references
  • Comprehensive step-by-step instructions and detailed drawings
  • Finishing and maintenance techniques
  • Budgeting and labor estimates
  • Additional resources.

Essential Prefab Straw Bale Construction is part of New Society's Sustainable Building Series. Series editors Chris Magwood and Jen Feigin have scoured the world of sustainable building to bring you the techniques and systems that deliver measureable benefits in terms of greater energy efficiency and reduced environmental impact. Written by the world's leading sustainable builders, designers, and engineers, these succinct, user-friendly handbooks are indispensable tools for any project where accurate and reliable information is key to success.

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