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Adobe Homes for All Climates : Simple, Affordable, and Earthquake-Resistant Natural Building Techniques by Lisa Schroder and Vince Ogletree (2010, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherChelsea Green Publishing
ISBN-101603582576
ISBN-139781603582575
eBay Product ID (ePID)102840646
Product Key Features
Book TitleAdobe Homes for All Climates : Simple, Affordable, and Earthquake-Resistant Natural Building Techniques
Number of Pages204 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2010
TopicDesign & Construction, Construction / General, Buildings / Residential, Sustainability & Green Design
IllustratorYes
GenreTechnology & Engineering, House & Home, Architecture
AuthorLisa Schroder, Vince Ogletree
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.6 in
Item Weight22.4 Oz
Item Length9.9 in
Item Width8.1 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2010-019056
Reviews"WithAdobe Homes for all Climates, [Schroder and Ogletree] offer a fresh, modern voice to the lively revival of earthen building, and provide a wealth of practical detail as well. People who are considering building with earth-or just wondering why we would want to get back into them-would do well to consult this book."--Bruce King, director, Ecological Building Network, from the Foreword, "Adobe has always been thought of as a material for the hot, arid parts of the world. Now Lisa and Vince show us how to build with adobe in cold and wet climates, too. This is good news!" --Quentin Wilson, director, Adobe Construction Program, Northern New Mexico College, "Adobe has always been thought of as a material for the hot, arid parts of the world. Now Lisa and Vince show us how to build with adobe in cold and wet climates, too. This is good news!"--Quentin Wilson, director, Adobe Construction Program, Northern New Mexico College, "Much admired for the adobe homes she has built in the Southwest, Lisa Schroder gives a thorough description inAdobe Homes for all Climatesof the techniques of adobe construction in the United States. . . and guides the eager builder in great detail through the intricacies of earth construction. As we mud freaks know, earth architecture is eminently the solution for the future."--Simone Swan, designer/builder and founder of the Adobe Alliance, "With Adobe Homes for all Climates , [Schroder and Ogletree] offer a fresh, modern voice to the lively revival of earthen building, and provide a wealth of practical detail as well. People who are considering building with earth-or just wondering why we would want to get back into them-would do well to consult this book." --Bruce King, director, Ecological Building Network, from the Foreword, "With Adobe Homes for all Climates, [Schroder and Ogletree] offer a fresh, modern voice to the lively revival of earthen building, and provide a wealth of practical detail as well. People who are considering building with earth-or just wondering why we would want to get back into them-would do well to consult this book."--Bruce King, director, Ecological Building Network, from the Foreword, "With Adobe Homes for all Climates, [Schroder and Ogletree offer a fresh, modern voice to the lively revival of earthen building, and provide a wealth of practical detail as well. People who are considering building with earth-or just wondering why we would want to get back into them-would do well to consult this book."--Bruce King, director, Ecological Building Network, from the Foreword, "Much admired for the adobe homes she has built in the Southwest, Lisa Schroder gives a thorough description in Adobe Homes for all Climates of the techniques of adobe construction in the United States. . . and guides the eager builder in great detail through the intricacies of earth construction. As we mud freaks know, earth architecture is eminently the solution for the future." --Simone Swan, designer/builder and founder of the Adobe Alliance
Dewey Edition22
Dewey Decimal693.22
Table Of Content1. Introduction 2. A preview of the adobe building process 3. Getting started with your design 4. Materials for adobe construction 5. Preparation of site, equipment, and materials 6. Adobe Madre brick types and molds 7. Making an adobe mix 8. Adobe brick making 9. Adobe brick curing and storage 10. Footings, foundations, and floors 11. Preparation for adobe-wall construction 12. The crew for adobe-wall construction 13. Guidelines for laying adobe bricks 14. Reinforcing in detail 15. Creating the reinforced concrete column 16. Preventing cracks 17. Adobe Madre scaffolding system 18. Electrical, plumbing, and other services 19. Installing lintels 20. Installing adobe brick arches 21. Installing joinery 22. Installing a bond beam 23. Wall-construction process overview 24. Choosing a finish 25. Preparing your materials for finishing 26. Wall-finish application methods
SynopsisDrawing on the experience of more than fifty major adobe projects since 1993, Adobe Homes for all Climates shows readers how to construct adobe homes more easily and safely, and with superior strength, durability, structural integrity, and aesthetic appeal, as compared to earthen homes of the past., The lay-up of adobe bricks is an easy, forgiving way to achieve a solid masonry-wall system. Contrary to stereotypes, adobe is perfectly adaptable for use in cold, wet climates as well as hot and dry ones, and for areas prone to earthquakes. With its efficient use of energy, natural resources for construction, and minimal effort for long-term maintenance, it's clear that the humble adobe brick is an ideal option for constructing eco-friendly structures throughout the world. The book is ideal both for first-time do-it-yourselfers and for experienced adobe builders seeking to improve their craft. Drawing on the experience of more than fifty major adobe projects since 1993, Adobe Homes for all Climates describes Adobe Building Systems' patented reinforcement and scaffolding systems, showing readers how to construct adobe homes more easily and safely, and with superior strength, durability, structural integrity and aesthetic appeal, as compared to earthen homes of the past. All aspects of adobe construction are covered, including making and laying adobe bricks, installing lintels and arches, conduits and pipes, doors and windows, top plates and bondbeams, ideal wall dimensions, adobe finishes, and other adobe construction components, such as the inexpensive use of scaffolding. These methods will produce a premium product that will meet and often exceed inspection standards. Equipped with this manual, you will be able to make adobe bricks swiftly, and confidently lay them up. You will be able to beautifully finish your adobe walls with earth plasters creating stunning colours and outstanding light effects and create a beautiful, energy-efficient home that will last for generations to come., The lay-up of adobe bricks is an easy, forgiving way to achieve a solid masonry-wall system. Contrary to stereotypes, adobe is perfectly adaptable for use in cold, wet climates as well as hot and dry ones, and for areas prone to earthquakes. With its efficient use of energy, natural resources for construction, and minimal effort for long-term maintenance, it's clear that the humble adobe brick is an ideal option for constructing eco-friendly structures throughout the world. The book is ideal both for first-time do-it-yourselfers and for experienced adobe builders seeking to improve their craft. Drawing on the experience of more than fifty major adobe projects since 1993, Adobe Homes for All Climates describes Adobe Building Systems' patented reinforcement and scaffolding systems, showing readers how to construct adobe homes more easily and safely, and with superior strength, durability, structural integrity, and aesthetic appeal, as compared to earthen homes of the past. All aspects of adobe construction are covered, including making and laying adobe bricks, installing lintels and arches, conduits and pipes, doors and windows, top plates and bondbeams, ideal wall dimensions, adobe finishes, and other adobe construction components, such as the inexpensive use of scaffolding. These methods will produce a premium product that will meet and often exceed inspection standards. Equipped with this manual, you will be able to obtain a building permit, make adobe bricks swiftly, and confidently lay them up. You will be able to beautifully finish your adobe walls with earth plasters creating stunning colors and outstanding light effects and create a beautiful, energy-efficient home that will last for generations to come.
LC Classification NumberTH4818.A3
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