The essential guide to prefab straw bale panels - an innovative spin
on a widely used natural building method
Prefabricated straw bale wall panels combine the performance and low
environmental impact of traditional straw bale with reduced labor and
more consistent results. These structural insulated panels (SIPs) are
built offsite and transported to the job site, or built onsite and
tipped up into position. Essential Prefabricated Straw Bale
Construction is a fully illustrated practical guide to this affordable,
scalable method.
This indispensable manual includes a complete introduction to the use of
prefabricated bale walls, packed with all the information you need to
determine whether they are the right choice for your project. It covers:
- Specifications, engineering details and building code references
- Comprehensive step-by-step instructions and detail drawings
- Finishing and maintenance techniques
- Budgeting and labor estimates
- Additional resources
Essential Prefabricated Straw Bale Construction is part of New
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Chris Magwood is a sustainable builder and designer specializing in
green and natural building techniques, the co-founder and co-director of
the Endeavour Centre, and the author of several books on sustainable
building including Making Better Buildings , More Straw Bale
Building and Straw Bale Details .
