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Four photographs of cob houses are set out in each quadrant of the image. Across the bottom of the image are the words "11 Cob House Examples That You Will Love (And Want to Build)." In the top left-hand corner is a red love heart.

11 Cob House Examples That You Will Love (And Want to Build)

ByJim Pritchard July 15, 2023October 13, 2024

This article shares 11 cob house examples to inspire and excite you. By the time you’ve seen them all, you’ll want to build your own cob home.

A floating reclaimed wood mantel with ornate corbels. The mantel shelf is mounted on an unpainted bare brick wall. Ornaments and a picture are on the shelf, and switches can be seen on a blank wall to the left of the mantel. There is a wooden chair in the bottom right of the photograph and some blue, red, and pink arrows on a cartoon signpost. Across the top of the image are the words, "Using A Reclaimed Wood Mantel for Your Fireplace - Our Guide."

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Using A Reclaimed Wood Mantel for Your Fireplace – Our Guide

ByJim Pritchard April 24, 2023April 9, 2024

A reclaimed wood mantel can make a real statement in your living room. But how do you decide on the right style for your home? This article answers such questions and tells you how to install your mantel once you’ve chosen it.

A detached two-storey house with a garage and driveway surrounded by a lawn. In the bottom left is a cartoon hand holding a plant (white with a partly-transparent green background). In the bottom right is a cartoon person with a heart shown on their chest (white with a partly-transparent blue background). Across the top are the words "The 9 Healthiest Renewable Building Materials You Can Build."

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The 9 Healthiest Renewable Building Materials You Can Build

ByJim Pritchard January 31, 2023October 14, 2024

The 9 healthiest renewable building materials are listed in this article. We’ve investigated a wide range of materials and included only the most eco-friendly and non-toxic on our list. Click here for more info.

Images of sustainable building materials cut into the shapes of letters which are then used to spell the word "sustainability."

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29 Sustainable Building Materials You Can Use Today

ByJim Pritchard December 23, 2022November 8, 2024

Are you looking for a list of sustainable building materials to inspire your next project? The construction industry is taking sustainability seriously, emphasizing green supply chains and employing eco-friendly techniques whenever possible. We give a rundown of the most sustainable building materials available today. Click here to learn more.