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	the hand-sculpted house: a practical and philsophical guide to building a cob cottage Ianto Evans, Michael G. Smith & Linda Smiley The Hand-Sculpted House is theoretical and philosophical, but intensely practical as well. The authors are top authorities in this field and provide a step-by-step guide on how to make a durable, snug, fireproof, bugproof house with cob, a handmade composite of earth, straw and water. A really great book, and a must for builders of natural buildings. 384pp click on image for contents page more on cob building Price: £27.50
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	building with cob: a step-by-step guide Adam Weismann & Katy Bryce This book explores the ancient method of cob building whereby a simple mixture of clay sub-soil, aggregate, straw and water is used to create solid structural walls. With detailed illustrations and photos, step-by-step instructions are given for creating cob structures, as well as information on natural finishes, restoring and repairing old cob structures and a comprehensive list of resources and suppliers in the UK. 256pp click on image for contents page more on cob building Price: £25.00
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	cob buildings - a practical guide Jane Schofield & Jill Smallcombe A great little introductory handbook on one of the most environmentally friendly building methods, containing chapters on materials, tools & equipment, and mixing and building with cob. The section on repairing old cob and long-term maintenance is particularly useful and a directory of organisations, builders and training is provided. 48pp more on cob building Price: £8.00
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	building in cob, pise and stabilized earth Clough Wlliams-Ellis First published in 1919, this fascinating book is still relevant today. He was interested in earth building because of the scarcity of conventional building materials after WW1, but what he found is now very relevant to environment-conscious builders today. Williams-Ellis designed the village of Portmeirion in Wales. 216pp click on image for contents page DELIVERY WILL TAKE 1-2 WEEKS more on cob building Price: £30.00
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	earth building Laurence Keefe Offering details on the properties of earth as a building material, this book provides appropriate construction techniques, and practical troubleshooting advice. It describes aspects of earth building, explaining how it performs as a building material and guidance on how to repair and conserve existing buildings. 224pp more on cob building Price: £29.99
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	dig your hands in the dirt: a manual for making art out of earth Kiko Denzer Mud is fun! It is also easy, durable, and (dirt!) cheap, it is used worldwide to make beautiful homes, temples, and art. This book teaches you how to transform the dirt beneath your feet into your own beauty. This simple, step-by-step, how-to guide will have you building earthen birdhouses, model villages, sculptural benches, playground structures, murals, even monumental labyrinths and sundials! It includes a simplified approach to drawing and design, as well as instructions for locating and mixing materials; collaborative methods; philosophical perspectives; and resources. 128pp click on image for contents page more on cob building Price: £8.95
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