Dainella Nartker 5/30/25 Dainella Nartker 5/30/25

What To Do With Leftover Straw? - Straw Bale Gardening Ideas and More

Wondering what to do with old, wet bales and the loose straw created during your home’s construction? Here’s how to put it to good use.

Timbo Scursso 4/18/25 Timbo Scursso 4/18/25

Hay Houses Are NOT Straw Bale Houses

Why exactly can you NOT use hay to build home with? Let’s find out…

Timbo Scursso 4/15/25 Timbo Scursso 4/15/25

5 Essential Straw Bale Construction Tools

Some tools make a job WAY more efficient, effective, and enjoyable than others. Learn 5 essential straw bale construction tools crucial for success in building better with bales.

Timbo Scursso 3/14/25 Timbo Scursso 3/14/25

How to Calculate Bale Density

Learn how to calculate bale density for straw bale construction to ensure structural integrity and code compliance. Follow our simple formula and expert tips.

Dainella Nartker 12/30/24 Dainella Nartker 12/30/24

What Can I Use Instead of Wire Mesh on My Straw Bale Building?

Most home building codes that apply to straw bale building require you to use the 14 gauge 2″x 2″ welded wire mesh. Here’s why and options to consider.

Dainella Nartker 11/27/24 Dainella Nartker 11/27/24

Calculating the Number of Bales in Your Straw Bale House

Learn how to calculate the number of bales needed in your straw bale house build. Understand how to do it without creating excess waste.

Dainella Nartker 9/16/22 Dainella Nartker 9/16/22

Choosing Straw Bales for Home Construction

Bale type, which size is best, how to handle moisture content, and what are the ideal straw bales for home construction; are all common questions we hear at every workshop.

Andrew Morrison 10/30/08 Andrew Morrison 10/30/08

Could Rice Straw be the Answer to Building with Bales in Humid Climates?

Are you willing to do the unbiased research to see how rice straw holds up under humid conditions?

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