Essential Earthbag Construction (Paperback)
Language: English
Published by New Society Publishers, Gabriola Island, 2018
- Softcover
- New
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Paperback. Earthbag construction building with polypropylene bags usually filled with earthen materials is a versatile, easy-to-master, low-impact, and highly durable form of building, suitable for structures from houses to root cellars.Containing over 75 photos and illustrations, Essential Earthbag Construction is a practical guide to this affordable method of building. Going well beyond the scope of other sources, this indispensable manual is packed with all the information you need to determine if it's the right choice for your project, and to start building. Distilling decades of experience, research, and best practices, it covers:Material specifications, performance, and when and where to use it Pros and cons of different fills from gravel, to earth and clay, to insulative perlite, rice hulls, and volcanic stone Illustrated, step-by-step guidance for efficient bag filling and installation Details for various designs, including domes and arches Foundation options and seismic and stability considerations Finishing and maintenance techniques Tools and materials Additional resources.Essential Earthbag Construction presents the practical guidance and best practices for both the DIYer and professional to design and build high-quality earthbag structures.Kelly Hart is an earthbag builder, author, and filmmaker, and hosts the widely visited websites and His multi-dome earthbag Colorado residence is chronicled in the video Building with Bags: How We Made Our Experimental Earthbag/Papercrete House. Kelly lives in Silver City, New Mexico. Essential Earthbag Construction is an illustrated guide to building with earth-filled polypropylene bags, a low-impact, highly durable method of construction. It includes material specifications, installation, design guidance, foundations, wall plastering, basic utilities, seismic reinforcement, maintenance, and the variety of uses. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…
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- Title
- Essential Earthbag Construction (Paperback)
- Author
- Kelly Hart
- Publisher
- New Society Publishers, Gabriola Island
- Publication year
- 2018
- Condition
- new
- Binding
- Paperback
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0865718644
- ISBN 13
- 9780865718647
- Series
- Book 8 of 11: Sustainable Building Essentials
Build Strong, Affordable, and Resilient Structures with Earthbag Construction
Part of the Sustainable Building Essentials Series, Essential Earthbag Construction is the complete step-by-step guide to building durable, low-impact structures using simple tools and locally available materials. Learn how to create earthquake-resistant, fire-resistant buildings―from homes to root cellars―at a fraction of the cost of conventional construction.
What You'll Learn
- Economical, Low-Impact Building: Use locally sourced earthen fills and minimal industrial materials to reduce cost and environmental impact.
- Strength and Resilience: Design earthbag walls that are naturally fire-resistant, pest-resistant, and well-suited to seismic and extreme climate conditions.
- Material Choices That Matter: Compare gravel, earth, clay, and lightweight insulating fills such as perlite, rice hulls, and volcanic stone.
- Step-by-Step Building Guidance: Clear, illustrated instructions for efficient bag filling, stacking, tamping, and reinforcement.
- Flexible Design Options: Build straight-walled structures, domes, and arches with proven stability and performance.
- Foundations, Finishes, and Longevity: Learn foundation options, finishing techniques, and maintenance best practices for long-lasting results.
With more than 75 photos and illustrations, this guide balances practical building science with hands-on instruction, making it ideal for DIY builders, designers, and professionals alike.
Written by Kelly Hart, a pioneering earthbag builder and widely recognized authority on natural construction, this book draws on decades of real-world experience, research, and teaching to make earthbag building accessible and achievable.
Explore the full Sustainable Building Essentials Series for highly illustrated, practical guidance on natural materials, resilient construction methods, and high-performance building systems.
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About the Author
Kelly Hart is a pioneering earthbag builder, author, and filmmaker. Kelly's other publications include Rolling Shelter: Vehicles We Have Called Home, and Earthbag Architecture: Build Your Dream with Bags. Kelly lives in Silver City, New Mexico.
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