SEI: Straw Bale Construction & Natural Plasters


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SB201: Straw Bale Construction & Natural Plasters

If you are serious about building a straw bale home, in the planning and design phase, ready to build, or a professional looking to expand your design/build knowledge then you will want to take this course. Designed to follow the two-day Build it with Bales workshop, this five-day hands-on workshop takes a deeper look at the design and detail considerations for straw bale construction. Expand your knowledge of the variety of styles and techniques of building with straw bales and learn more about the role and application of earthen plasters.

In this workshop we will construct a small straw bale structure from the foundation to the roof. Tours of straw bale homes and guest instructors round out this amazing workshop designed for the homeowner and building professional. No prior building or design experience is required although people of all skill levels will benefit greatly from the information and hands-on activities of this class.

Topics Include

All about bales
Planning & design considerations
Detailing for moisture
Construction techniques
Variations of foundation styles
Window & door openings
Roof styles and techniques
Building codes
Insurance & financing
The continuum of plasters
Mixing earthen plasters for basecoats
Introduction to earthen finish and lime plasters and tools
Preparation of walls for plaster

Sessions

Workshop Title	Dates	Location	Price	Duration	Status
Straw Bale Construction & Natural Plasters	August 31 - Sept. 4	Paonia, CO	$ 745	5 days	open

Quotes from Past Particpants

"This workshop was a tremendous opportunity with two experienced & innovative instructors."

- Straw Bale & Natural Plaster workshop participant, 2008