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The Future of Cob Houses: Innovations and Advancements

ByJim Pritchard July 9, 2023October 13, 2024

The future of cob houses is bright. This article explains why there’s been a resurgence in cob construction, and looks at innovations we can expect to see in future.

A collage of four photographs of different styles of cob houses from around the world. Some have thatched roofs and others have green roofs or cedar shingle roofs. Across the bottom of the image are the words "Cob House Tours: Examples of Cob Homes Around the World."

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Cob House Tours: Examples of Cob Homes Around the World

ByJim Pritchard July 7, 2023October 13, 2024

What do cob house look like when they’re finished? The mini cob house tours presented in this article will help you envisage the types of home it’s possible to build with cob.

A closeup photograph of a person's hands holding some cob mixture on a building site. Two cartoon building inspectors are in the bottom right, and a house outline is in the bottom left. Across the top are the words "Building Codes and Regulations for Cob Houses: Must Knows."

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Building Codes and Regulations for Cob Houses: Must Knows

ByJim Pritchard July 1, 2023October 13, 2024

Building codes and regulations for cob houses can be difficult to interpret if you’re new to construction. This article explains the key requirements to help you understand what’s needed.

A photograph of a cob wall with straw on its surface. A drawing of an orange house with warm waves inside appears in the lower center, and the words "Cob House Insulation: How to Keep Your Home Warm in Winter" are written across the top.

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Cob House Insulation: How to Keep Your Home Warm in Winter

ByJim Pritchard June 30, 2023October 13, 2024

Cob is a highly sustainable building material used all around the world. But how do you ensure your cob house is energy efficient? This article explains everything you need to know about cob house insulation to help you stay comfortable and avoid high energy bills.

A photograph of a cob house under construction on the left-hand side of the image and a traditional brick-built house surrounded by scaffolding during construction on the right. in the center are the letters "VS" and across the top are the words "Cob House vs. Traditional House: Which Is Better in 2023?"

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Cob House vs. Traditional House: Which Is Better in 2023?

ByJim Pritchard June 28, 2023October 13, 2024

Interest in cob construction has seen a resurgence in recent years, but can this ancient building technique measure up to modern methods? This article compares the two approaches and offers an opinion on which is better: a cob house vs. traditional house.

A photograph of a cob house under construction on the left-hand side, a picture of a closeup of a cob wall on the right. Across the top are the words, "Is a Cob House Right for You? Pros and Cons to Consider." in the bottom center of the image is a cartoon man with a questioning expression and question marks above his head.

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Is a Cob House Right for You? Pros and Cons to Consider

ByJim Pritchard June 23, 2023October 13, 2024

Is a cob house right for you? This article guides you through the pros and cons of this ancient, sustainable building technique. By the time you finish reading, you’ll have a good sense of whether it offers what you need.

Two photographs of cob houses showing different designs. The left-hand photo shows the outside of a house with curved walls, a thatched roof, and stone foundations. The right-hand image shows an open-plan living area with sweeping curves and visible roof timbers. Across the bottom are the words "Cob House Design - Tips for Maximizing Comfort and Efficiency."

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Cob House Design: Tips for Maximizing Comfort and Efficiency

ByJim Pritchard June 22, 2023October 13, 2024

Cob houses can be designed to be incredibly energy efficient and comfortable. This article lists some useful cob house design tips that will help you make the most of your budget.

A photo collage shows different types of cork building materials, from underlayment and cork flooring to cork blocks. The top right photo is of newly harvested cork oak tree barks stacked outside to dry. In the bottom left is a "Q&A" icon with speech bubbles with the letters "Q" and "A" inside. Across the top are the words "Your Ultimate Cork Building Material FAQ: Questions Answered."

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Your Ultimate Cork Building Material FAQ: Questions Answered

ByJim Pritchard June 19, 2023October 13, 2024

Do you have questions about whether cork building materials are suitable for your next project? This article lists the most common cork building material FAQ to help you decide.

Photographs of the bark on a cork oak tree, a roll of cork underlayment, and a cork tile. Across the bottom of the image are the words, "Cork Building Material Costs: Is It Worth It for Your Build?"

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Cork Building Material Costs: Is It Worth It for Your Build?

ByJim Pritchard June 18, 2023April 18, 2024

Cork is a fantastic natural material that allows you to build beautiful buildings with low environmental impacts. This article explains cork building material costs and whether they are worth it for your next building project.

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8 Great Cork Building Material Companies to Buy From

ByJim Pritchard June 16, 2023October 27, 2024

Cork is an excellent choice for building sustainable homes. This article provides information on eight great cork building material companies, including their background and what makes them so good.