Cob Wall Basics
Introduction on how to install natural, healthy, thermal mass walls made from clay soil
Available spots
Service Description
DATE: June 26, 27 & 28 (3 Days) LOCATION: Downtown Westport, NY DESCRIPTION: We will spend 3 days learning how to build sturdy clay walls using sticky clay soil. Learn the basics of sculpting a cob wall & bench, plus learn how cob helps promote a healthy & energy efficient home. WHAT YOU LEARN: • benefits of clay walls, including temperature & humidity control • understanding ingredients & the function each one serves • how to test site soil for clay content & establish your basic recipes • low-tech mixing techniques • hands-on experience building clay walls • overview of passive solar design PROJECT: We will build a clay thermal mass wall and bench inside a passive solar home. This course is for you if… you want to learn how to build inexpensive low-tech clay walls, using materials dug right out of the ground WHAT’S INCLUDED: ✓ hands-on experience mixing & installing adobe bricks, cob walls, & wattle-and-daub ✓ one-on-one guidance from Sigi ✓ ample time for questions This workshop will not include lunch or camping options.
Cancellation Policy
Workshop Cancellation Policy Cancellations with more than 30 days notice have two options: 1. Receive a coupon code for the full workshop fee to use toward any future workshop 2. Receive a refund minus 10% processing fee Cancellation with 14 to 30 days notice receive 50% refund. No refunds will be issued for cancellations within 14 days of the course date. Extenuating circumstances will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Please contact workshops@buildnaturally.com if you need to cancel your participation. You receive a full refund if your workshop is cancelled by Down to Earth Design.
Contact Details
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