Hello all, I would like to clarify my intentions and perspective on Straw Bale (and green design) in general... I have a bit different position than many in...
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patrick.hearn@...
flaxstraw
Feb 1, 2005 2:03 pm
Hey dxdubyanow, My only advice is to get whatever permits you may be able to. An inspector is your best source of advise for unforseens. I know that they can...
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Heather James
heatherngillis
Feb 1, 2005 2:51 pm
... I agree with you! It's actually worse than that. I used to work for a domestic violence shelter. One of my tasks was to handle donations of household...
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Matt Federoff
federoffm
Feb 1, 2005 2:53 pm
... That's why when you design your s-b dream house, you put in a school room for your future homeschool academy. We did, and I'm so grateful as we get more...
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Derek Roff
derekroff
Feb 1, 2005 4:00 pm
... Chris M. seems to be making a pre-emptive strike against rational discussion of the consequences of our choices. Or perhaps only certain choices are...
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Derek Roff
derekroff
Feb 1, 2005 4:09 pm
Making shoji screens is fairly easy for a woodworker with a table saw and a dado blade. It is easier still if you have access to a planer as well. I would be...
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Paul Kitsmiller
hawk2pk
Feb 1, 2005 7:17 pm
Hello…I would like to be included in the small SB plans project. I think this is a worthwhile idea and the collective input from those who choose to...
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chalkmtnmikey
Feb 1, 2005 7:51 pm
... located ... Paul, Could you contact me offlist? I am also located in western Colorado and would like to touch base with you regarding plans and the homes ...
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David Neeley
dbneeley
Feb 1, 2005 9:11 pm
Laura, I think it may be more clear in the "smaller is more expensive on a per-square-foot basis" to observe that the most expensive parts of the house are the...
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rchirinomx
Feb 1, 2005 9:41 pm
I invite you to visit this site: http://www.housesofthefuture.com.au But, dont you think straw bale houses deserves to be considered as the project number 7? ...
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RT
archilogic
Feb 1, 2005 10:16 pm
... To all those who are interested in participating in the "Small Houses -R- Us" project, I'd say don't worry too much about putting up beautiful drawings. ...
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michaelandleia
Feb 1, 2005 11:05 pm
Considering purchasing this book and would like to know if I will get enough info to warrant the purchase. Is it understandable? I don't want to get something...
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David Neeley
dbneeley
Feb 1, 2005 11:48 pm
Chris, Family size is also directly related to the demographic problems that will increasingly affect the world in coming decades, as fertility rates have...
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Craig Hillman
manchitacons...
Feb 2, 2005 1:42 am
Hi all: I would add that it is essential to check the diameter and RPM ratings of any cutting disc and make sure that it is compatible with the tool you are...
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Speireag Alden
grasmhor
Feb 2, 2005 4:25 am
... [snip] ... Bravo. Well said. -Speireag. -- "No harm in him: only needs a smack or two." --C. S. Lewis, in his diary, on his first meeting with J. R. R....
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Speireag Alden
grasmhor
Feb 2, 2005 4:28 am
... I've gotta say, folks, that this discussion is making safety glasses and sledgehammer sound mighty attractive. Start well away from the area where you...
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RT
archilogic
Feb 2, 2005 5:20 am
... Sorry Spblfgx, there was no intention to dissuade you from the angle grinder approach. It's perfectly good and can be done safely. You just need to prep...
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dangeiger44
Feb 2, 2005 5:41 am
Dear Friends, I posted a question a month ago regarding straw bales against concrete which generated, to say the least, a lot of discussion. I learned a great...
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Speireag Alden
grasmhor
Feb 2, 2005 5:46 am
... Now there's a tool I know how to use. That's how I was thinking of doing it, especially on the inside, where the stucco is cement. The outside will be...
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kyounge1956
Feb 2, 2005 8:29 am
... First off I will admit that I don't have any children, so if anyone wants to disregard this post you now have a valid reason to do so <g> Even granting...
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Mark Piepkorn
pleonastic_f...
Feb 2, 2005 1:19 pm
Please copy replies directly to Maureen. It's swell that she's trying to be a part of the second-owner market. ... Mark Piepkorn http://www.potkettleblack.com ...
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Norbert Senf
masonryheat
Feb 2, 2005 2:59 pm
... There are many ways to accomplish the task. With specific power tools, you obviously have to be very careful about what you can recommend to the general...
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Derek Roff
derekroff
Feb 2, 2005 7:18 pm
... "Plummeted" so substantially, that we may only add three billion people to the world in the next few decades. Not that the term is necessarily wrong, but...
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Kiley
kileymommy
Feb 2, 2005 7:34 pm
Hi, I'm looking for a website that I think was once posted here. I can't find it with google or in the archives, and I'm hoping someone here can help me find...
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woldgood9
Feb 3, 2005 1:35 am
SpareEgg <skriva> in response to an exceptionally well spoken essay by the Derelict ... May add a hearty "Agreed!" That may well be the best post I have seen...
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Heather James
heatherngillis
Feb 3, 2005 2:01 am
They do make bassinets meant to attach, long side to long side, to the parents' bed, and some people do use them. However, as you said, you're not a parent....
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Leta Vaughn and Mary ...
riverat0
Feb 3, 2005 2:08 am
I believe the person your looking for is Brad Lancaster in Arizona. His website is: http://www.harvestingrainwater.com/aboutbrad.htm...
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pennbo@...
lovemymorgans
Feb 3, 2005 2:26 am
... AMEN Sister! <G> Guilty as charged.... Of course when we really needed a sound sleep the rocking cradle was next to the bed with a piece of ribbon tied to...
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Roze
fatcatmedia
Feb 3, 2005 3:42 am
Hey Y'all, I don't work for this company, not in any way connected. I became a first time mom at the age of 40. Our daughter is now 3. These things are...
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RT
archilogic
Feb 3, 2005 4:19 am
... Dan; Assuming that the it is the non-equator-facing wall that is buried in the hillside and that the house is elongated along the East-Weat axis in order...
