Straw Bale and Mortar – Eco-construction methods developed by le GREB
September 10th 9AM to September 11th 5PM
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- September 10th 9AM to September 11th 5PM
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Learn to place straw bales and pouring mortar using the Eco-construction methods developed by le GREB “Ecology Research Group of la Baie”. You will learn effective ways to pose the straw, especially in the corners, and the mortar recipe as well as the techniques to pour it quickly on the walls.
This workshop is part of the workshop series “Building using the GREB technique”. You may participate in one workshop or the whole series for a reduced price.
Objective of the course: To allow students to finish the course with confidence to apply what they’ve learned on their own. This includes; preparing the construction site and structure to add the straw and mortar, cut and place the straw bale, mixing and pouring the mortar in the wooden structure to form an isolated, strong, breathable and sustainable set.
Materials and Tools required: Security boots, work clothing, camping material (if not renting our lodges), booklet, pens.
Ideally: Dust masks, gloves, security glasses
What to expect : You will leave with a good theoretical understanding, and also practical experience to ensure a maximum of security. Since you’ll be a little group, you’ll have the opportunity to ask questions and to have your mistakes corrected throughout each step.
Schedule:
Saturday:
Morning: Welcome, Theory
Afternoon: Practice
Sunday:
Morning: Practice
Afternoon: Practice, Summary and Ending
Teacher Audrée Lavallée
Artisane écologique, touche a tout… Principalement éco-designer de vêtements, accessoires et costumes sur mesure sous le nom de Zoluna. Permacultrice dans l’âme, rêveuse d’un monde plus en harmonie avec notre environnement et nos valeurs profondes. Eco-constructrice d’une maison en ballots de paille méthode Greb, l’habitat de l’hêtre, construite avec des matériaux recyclés mixtes, rocket stove, masse thermique, solaire passive, jardins et culture en forêt… Amoureuse des enduits a la chaux et de toutes les possibilités qui s’y rattachent! Passionnée du partage des connaissances qui nous permettent d’être de plus en plus autonomes!