Straw Bale Construction
Straw Bale Construction
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I've come across an apartment building built with straw bale of straw block walls. I was wondering if anybody had any information on the structural properties or other information on this building material.
Thanks,
Laura
Thanks,
Laura






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Ken
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As for the pests, mold, etc., if I remember correctly, they wash the straw in boric acid and then dry it; also, it's best in dry climates (New Mexcio, Arizona, etc) and with a breathable membrane, so that if it does saturate the water can escape during the hot, dry times.
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The apartment building is located in Windsor, Ontario, Canada (just south of Detroit). I'm not sure of the age.
Thanks for your help.
Laura
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The links given in the article may be helpful, too
http://www.strawbuilding.org/
and
http://www.ecobuildnetwork.org/ (see the "Straw Bale Test Program" link at the top of the page)
www.SlideRuleEra.net