Strawbale Wall Intensive - July 21-24
How to install inexpensive, super-insulating strawbale walls, with an emphasis on durable detailing
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Service Description
DATE: July 21, 22, 23 &24 (4 Days) LOCATION: Zigbone Farm & Retreat in Sabillasville, MD DESCRIPTION: Strawbale infill describes the use of rectangular bales of straw to create a super-insulating wrap around a standard structural system. The resulting walls are beautiful, quiet, and energy-efficient. We will also work a thin coat of clay into the surface of the straw so the walls will be plaster-ready. WHAT YOU LEARN: • overview of strawbale construction • recommended detailing for wet climates • permitting issues & tips • overview of passive solar design • hands-on experience of all installation techniques PROJECT: We will install strawbale walls in a 2-story passive solar home at ZigBone Farm Retreat, a naturally built retreat center on 100 acres in Maryland's Catoctin Mountains. This Course is for you if… you want to understand how to correctly install strawbale walls in wet climates. WHAT’S INCLUDED: ✓ one-on-one guidance from Sigi ✓ hands on experience installing strawbales ✓ information on permit approval for strawbale construction ✓ ample time for questions ✓ light breakfast, coffee/tea, & lunch Optional: lodging at ZigBone Farm Retreat (extra fee required) website: https://www.zigbonefarmretreat.com/ To book lodging or arrange camping at ZigBone Farm Retreat, contact dena@zigbonefarmretreat.com Everyone has access to bathrooms, showers, and a shared kitchen for cooking their own dinners
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.
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