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Hardwood Floors In A Straw Bale House
Straw bale homes work well with hardwood floors when you plan for floor movement and clean transitions at the walls. This post outlines why wood floors appeal to some straw bale homeowners, what expansion gaps do, and three reliable ways to finish the floor-to-wall connection.
Acid Staining Floors While Protecting Plaster Walls
When acid staining concrete floors, it is important to properly mask off walls and doors so that none of the stain gets onto places where you don't want it. One of the hardest surfaces to protect is unsealed plaster.
Bales Over Wood Floors vs Concrete Slabs for Straw Bale Construction
Building with bales over wood floors is an option that's often overlooked in straw bale construction.