I need to build a Tiny Home thats MCS and EMF safe

[integral]

9 minutes ago, MarkKol said:

This topic reminds me of a video i watched recently: 

 

"i cant explain it i just feel so calm" 

YA! EXACTLY. its the AIR. But Acoustics can also have that effect.

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[integral]

@Leo Gura you were right, building out of mud is best.  

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[integral]

1 hour ago, Elliott said:

Also, you could post on eco groups and forums, when you get your plans approved, and people will come help you build this. This would be cool as shit.

Look up "thatching", "waddle and daub" "adobe"

 

Perhaps, instead of cleats and thatch, a straw bale construction type of exo-construction, you could do essentially an elevated concrete sidewalk around the house and essentially just stack straw bales then mud them, some type of additional framing in there and tied back to the main structure occasionally. 

"How to Use Adobe Finish in Quebec:Protection from Moisture: As discussed on Permies, traditional earthen plaster can be used, but it must be applied over a substrate that meets local codes, such as Jumbo Tex (15-lb roofing felt), to handle Quebec's wet, cold climate.Waterproof Plastering: Use earthen plaster reinforced with lime or emulsion to ensure durability against rain and snow, ensuring the mixture is designed to withstand moisture.Foundation and Structure: Ensure a concrete foundation rises at least 6–12 inches above the finished ground level to prevent capillary action and moisture wicking from the ground.Roof Overhangs: Design roofs with significant overhangs (eaves) to keep rain and snow away from the adobe walls, as recommended by Quentin Wilson."

wow looks like my house is ready to burn down 😂

I would have to order a sample of wool, Rockwell, straw, and rammed Earth, and then check to see if I have a reaction to them.

Verify which ones are actually safe.

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But, just lookup your code, watch some videos, draw a crude drawing and post it on here and I'll help you. You can do it(the drawing).

It does not need to be this graphic. Black and white. Microsoft Paint or whatever, or pencil and paper for now.

For the design I'm probably going to take the original design of the prefab home and then modify it to add the insulation on the exterior. And then verify very carefully that it meets the design requirements of quebec. I can use Ai generations likely.

 

[Leo Gura]

 

[Elliott]

Thatched roofs are common in Denmark, last a long time too.

The cheapest way to do adobe exterior finish, with your hardwood interior, would probably be thatched straw wall insulation, and add a cheap hanger similar like this one to add vertical load strength for the adobe.

 

 

Normal bricks are just clay(fired)

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[Elliott]

1 hour ago, integral said:

wow looks like my house is ready to burn down 😂

I would have to order a sample of wool, Rockwell, straw, and rammed Earth, and then check to see if I have a reaction to them.

Verify which ones are actually safe.

For the design I'm probably going to take the original design of the prefab home and then modify it to add the insulation on the exterior. And then verify very carefully that it meets the design requirements of quebec. I can use Ai generations likely.

 

 

Simplest is formaldyhyde-free fiberglass(interior insulation)

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[integral]

I found a few companies can build rammed earth/adobe in quebec, im 100% going to do that.

 

 

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Thatched roofs are common in Denmark, last a long time too

they look great, ill see what the contractor thinks.

5 minutes ago, Elliott said:

The cheapest way to do adobe exterior finish, with your hardwood interior, would probably be thatched straw wall insulation, and add a cheap hanger similar like this one to add vertical load strength for the adobe.

Normal bricks are just clay(fired)

Why do i need insolation if its adobe and why do i need vertical load strength? 

[Elliott]

2 hours ago, integral said:

 

Why do i need insolation if its adobe

Canada is much colder than Arizona, per energy code you'd need a 5 foot thick wall(per cursory Google search)

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and why do i need vertical load strength? 

So the adobe will last💪. It will have some weight to it and slowly break and slide down, pulling on the thatching's weaker attachment. A light gauge wire mesh/fencing(called lathe) screwed over the thatching might be a better idea. I suppose you could use jute/hemp if you're opposed to the metal, maybe some white oak pegs.

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[integral]

42 minutes ago, Leo Gura said:

 

I can't believe you never posted this on your blog? 🤔

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[Elliott]

4 minutes ago, integral said:

I found a few companies can build rammed earth/adobe in quebec, im 100% going to do that.

That'd be cool.

[cistanche_enjoyer]

@integral watch this video: 

 

Where you build your house may be more important than how you build it. And the root cause if your sensitivities could likely be a deuterium imbalance, so you may want to try drinking DDW (deuterium depleted water) as a quick hack to provide some relief.

[Elliott]

2 hours ago, integral said:

 

they look great, ill see what the contractor thinks.

 

If you're hiring it out, slate might be a similar price and 1,000x better, especially if you find some used. I was just showing that it is used customarily and successfully in Denmark. Metal would be a lot cheaper, like your original plan.

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