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Author:
Doleman, Lydia, 1976- author.
Title:
Essential light straw clay construction : the complete step-by-step guide / Lydia Doleman.
Publisher:
New Society Publishers,
Copyright Date:
2017
Description:
ix, 117 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 28 cm.
Subject:
Building materials--Environmental aspects.
Dwellings--Design and construction.
Ecological houses--Design and construction.
Sustainable buildings--Design and construction.
Straw.
Clay.
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents:
Introduction -- Rationale -- Appropriate use -- Building science notes -- Material specifications -- Design options : framing systems and form options -- Design notes, details, and budgeting -- Construction procedures -- Finishes -- Maintenance and renovation -- Building codes -- Tools.
Summary:
"Light straw clay--straw mixed with clay slip--is a code compliant high-performance, low-impact building material with excellent insulation and moisture handling qualities. This highly illustrated step-by-step guide to light straw clay for stud, timber, pole, and other framing styles covers material specifications and best use, mixing and installation, retrofits, code compliance, and finishing and maintenance."-- Provided by publisher.
Series:
Sustainable building essentials
ISBN:
9780865718432
0865718431
OCLC:
(OCoLC)959034874
Locations:
USUX851 -- Iowa State University - Parks Library (Ames)
OVUX522 -- University of Iowa Libraries (Iowa City)

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