Straw bale building is a radically different approach to the process of building. Its background is grassroots self-build; it is firmly based in the sustainable, "green building" culture that has brought to the construction industry many ideas about energy efficiency and responsibility towards the environment. As a building material, straw excels in the areas of cost-effectiveness and energy efficiency. If used to replace the more traditional wall-building system of brick and block, it can present savings of around #10,000 on a normal 3-bedroomed house, and a huge reduction in heating costs due to super-insulation of the walls. This practical guide has been written by the most experienced straw bale builder in the UK. It gives details of all the main construction methods, and covers bale specifications, plans, walls and foundations, doors and windows, plastering, building regulations and planning permission. The author also answers frequently-asked questions about straw bale building.

Author:	Barbara Jones
Publisher:	Green Books
Pages:	125

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