[Orbiting_Rosie's_Head]

Build with Cob. Two-foot thick walls will give you a house that will last 1000 years, which has been proven in Wales. Plus, properly oriented to sun and shade, the thermal mass will eliminate the need for HVAC. And the building material is free in most cases.

[dljordan]

I've always been fascinated with COB and Rammed Earth homes. I think I like the Rammed Earth better. They mix the earth with cement and compacted it using air-powered tampers. The stuff is thick and strong, kind of like a bunker. I like that idea.

[decimon]

Interesting. Looks like Cob has the potential to address many problems while saving on costs.

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