Calculating the Number of Bales in Your Straw Bale House
We are often asked how many bales will be needed for someone’s straw bale house. It is a number we need to know the answer to on all of our
We are often asked how many bales will be needed for someone’s straw bale house. It is a number we need to know the answer to on all of our
The bales you choose may be the most important decision you make on your house- Quality of your bales can literally make or break a project.
I’m often asked if using bales that are tied with wire is a bad or good idea. The reality is that there are advantages and disadvantages on both sides of
For years you have heard me say that there is no “perfect bale,” rather only bales that meet the criteria for construction: tight, uniform in shape, dry, good color, long
Looking for straw bales? I recently met a bale broker who can deliver quality straw bales across the US. He works with over 120 farms and many trucking companies to
Last year’s straw bale construction workshop season started with a huge project: the 5300 SF Eco Learning Center at Ferncliff outside of Little Rock, Arkansas. Check out some mind-numbing facts
HOW TO CALCULATE STRAW BALE DENSITY Most codes require specific measurements for the density of a construction-grade bale. The code I work with calls for a bale density of at
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