Essential Hempcrete Construction The Complete Step-By-Step Guide
| Author/creator | Magwood, Chris Author |
| Format | Electronic |
| Publication Info | Gabriola Island : New Society Publishers, Limited Minneapolis : Consortium Book Sales & Distribution [Distributor] |
| Description | 128 p. ill 11.000 x 08.000 in. |
| Supplemental Content | Full text available from Ebook Central - Academic Complete |
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| Series | Sustainable Building Essentials Ser. |
| Summary | Annotation Hempcrete is a versatile, energy-efficient natural insulation material, useful for walls, roofs, and floors. Made from the inner stem of the hemp plant mixed with a lime-based binder, it is a very strong, lightweight and breathable alternative to manufactured insulations. "Essential Hempcrete Construction "is a fully-illustrated practical guide to this affordable, renewable method, from procurement to finishing.This indispensable manualis packed with all the information you need to determine whetherhempcrete isthe right choice for your project. It covers:Material specifications, testing and building code references and climate data Detail drawings for design reference Tool lists, and complete step-by-step instructions for mixing and placing hempcrete Finishing and maintenance techniques Budgeting and labor estimates Additional resources"Essential Hempcrete Construction "is part of New Society's Sustainable Building Essentials Series. Written by the world's leading sustainable builders, designers and engineers, these succinct, user-friendly handbooks are indispensable tools for any project where accurate and reliable information are key to success. Get the EssentialsChris Magwood is a sustainable builder and designer specializing in green and natural building techniques, the co-founder and co-director of the Endeavour Centre, and the author of several books on sustainable building including "Making Better Buildings," "More Straw Bale Building," and "Straw Bale Details."" |
| Access restriction | Available only to authorized users. |
| Technical details | Mode of access: World Wide Web |
| Genre/form | Electronic books. |
| ISBN | 9780865718197 |
| ISBN | 0865718199 (Trade Paper) Active Record |
| Standard identifier# | 9780865718197 |
| Stock number | 00019076 |
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