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Building with Straw Bales

A practical guide for the UK and Ireland

by Barbara Jones

Table of Contents

hapter 1 Introduction: history; why use straw
Chapter 2 Different methods of building
Chapter 3 Bale specifications: the nature of straw; how to choose good building bales; costs
Chapter 4 Bale plans
Chapter 5 Safety and tools
Chapter 6 Foundations
Chapter 7 Wall raising: customising; pinning; roofplates; electricity and plumbing
Chapter 8 Windows and doors
Chapter 9 Plastering and rendering
Chapter 10 Planning permission
Chapter 11 Building regulations
Appendix 1 Frequently asked questions
Appendix 2 References and further reading
Appendix 3 Fifteen construction drawings