An photo of a rammed earth wall made from red-brown earth. The layers of compacted earth are clearly visible. Across the top are the words "What Is Rammed Earth Construction (vs. Conventional Builds)?" Along the bottom is a cartoon brick wall with a trowel and a cartoon of rammed earth construction with the letters "VS" in the middle.

What Is Rammed Earth Construction (vs. Conventional Builds)

Rammed earth construction techniques have been around for millennia. You might be wondering how you can build a house simply from the earth beneath your feet. Well, read this article to find out how cultures past and present have used this sustainable construction technique.