How Do You Set Straw Bales To Construct A Straw Bale House?
Straw bale houses are widely accepted as economical and energy efficient homes. Straw bale houses are built of straw bales, stacked on top of each other to form walls. With a little help from your friends, you can build your own straw bale house. Here are some tips to help you set the bales. Keep the straw bales in a dry area while you are constructing the house. If possible, set the straw bales on a raised area to keep the bottom dry and away from insects. The design of your straw bale house must include rebar that protrudes from the foundation. The rebar needs to be high enough to protrude out of the first bale and into the second bale by 4 to 6 inches. Carry the straw bale to the foundation carefully. Don’t jostle the straw bale as you carry it because the bale itself can lose its density. Twine, wire or plastic is used to hold the straw bale together tightly. If the bale is dropped, kicked or jostled too much, it can get loose. Position the straw bale over the rebar and gently push
