Straw Bale - Building Renewable

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Straw Bale Construction Types – Pros and Cons of Each Type

ByJim Pritchard February 19, 2023September 13, 2024

There are several straw bale construction types in use today. This article presents the most common approaches and describes the pros and cons of each.

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What Is an Eco-Friendly Material? (See These 11 Examples)

ByJim Pritchard February 8, 2023January 13, 2025

Eco-friendly material can be used for building projects of any size. In this article, we look at some examples of eco-friendly material and their benefits. Click here for more info.

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5 Lowest Carbon Footprint Building Materials (Use Today)

ByJim Pritchard January 19, 2023October 13, 2024

With global temperatures continuing to rise because of global warming, the construction industry must use the lowest carbon footprint building materials available. We look into the carbon footprints of 5 common building materials.

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10 of the Most Non-toxic Sustainable Building Materials

ByJim Pritchard January 16, 2023October 14, 2024

The demand for non-toxic sustainable building materials is growing, thanks to greater awareness of environmental, health, and well-being issues. We give a rundown of the top 10 non-toxic, sustainable building materials on the market today.

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The Most Sustainable Building Materials: We Pick 5 Winners

ByJim Pritchard January 7, 2023January 13, 2025

Sustainability is being taken very seriously by the construction industry, with companies looking carefully at their supply chains to minimize their environmental impact. But which are the most sustainable building materials to use? We tell all in this article.

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All About Straw Bale Homes: Pros and Cons (Is It Efficient?)

ByJim Pritchard December 29, 2022July 21, 2024

Straw bale homes are gaining traction among eco-conscious builders and their clients. Straw bale construction is made from renewable raw materials. This article examines the pros and cons of using it in your next project.

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29 Sustainable Building Materials You Can Use Today

ByJim Pritchard December 23, 2022January 12, 2025

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.