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one-day
course
wattle & daub |
Course
tutor is Paula Sunshine
- author of Wattle
and Daub
This
course will demonstrate how one of the oldest and 'greenest' building
methods known can still be utilised today to build structures in
which to live, work and play.
Points covered throughout the day:
-
wattle
& daub - what is it made from and how is it made?
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the
history of wattle and daub use
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why
is wattle & daub so 'green'? re-use and disposal
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the
different systems of wattle & daub to be found throughout
the UK - woven, tied, nailed; used for walls and ceilings
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how
to look after wattle & daub structures
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coatings,
paints and plasters
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repairing
wattle & daub
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exploring
breathability and why it is so important
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decorative
wattle & daub - pargetting for fun and creativity
Course
participants will get the opportunity to help make a wattle panel,
puddle together clay, straw and water to make daub and complete
a wattle & daub panel from start to finish. Creative students
may even get the chance to learn how to make decorative patterns
using clay daub. Wellies, old clothes and rubber gloves are essential.
more
on wattle & daub
| how
to book: |
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| arrive: |
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around
9.30 for a 10am prompt start |
| depart: |
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after
the course finishes at 5pm |
| directions: |
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click
here
for directions |
| what
to bring: |
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work
clothes; pen and notebook; packed lunch (if you're not using
the cafe) |
| let
us know: |
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if
you have any special needs |
| price: |
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£60 |
| lunch: |
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bring
a packed lunch or you can get lunch at the cafe |
| discounts:
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| car
sharing: |
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students applying
wet clay and straw daub onto a hazel wattle panel
two panels
of wattle and daub, one recently daubed the other with hazel exposed
ready for daubing
puddling
wet clay and straw daub under foot
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