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Message Subject Cobb Houses- tiny cabins and living off the grid
Poster Handle Kaige
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earthbags take time it can be done with one person but, big BUTT you still need to coat them for protection. using a slightly cement or lime mix than earth bags fill you can make either of these systems and have a 'finished' wall!

[link to www.formblock.com.au]

[link to zelltree.net]

I'm going to try the second links method since all the forms can be reused in the roof
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Yea, the single-person build ability is part of what attracted me to the building style. I'll be able to finish a modest house in a summer, then add as time goes on.

I'm actually covering mine in cob, gives a higher R value (it get's cold here!!)
Some people use papercrete to cover the bags, but there seems to be a difference in opinion as to how well papercrete holds up in damp climates.
 
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