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On this 1 day course, we will look at the components of plasters and where and when earth plasters can be used. With a hands-on approach, learn to analyse soils, how to prepare your walls for earth plastering and how to apply base and finishing coats. Learn recipes for earth plasters and how to troubleshoot problems. Earth plasters aare suitable for almost all wall types: plasterboard, concrete block, gypsum plaster, stone, hempcrete and, of course, cob.
Please bring samples of your own soil if you want to test if it is suitable for making your own plaster.
The course will be taught by Colin Ritchie, carpenter and earth-builder, and Féile Butler, architect (MRIAI) and earth-builder in the grounds of their own earth-and-timber-frame house, completed in 2011. Classroom-based lectures will take place in the house. |
What to Bring:
This is a very practical hands-on course with all workshops taking place outdoors. Bring good waterproof clothes and footwear. Clothes/footwear may get muddy.
Bring a notebook and pen for theory. A hardback notebook or a clipboard is advisable if you want to take notes during outdoor workshops. Handouts will be provided.
Bring trowels and a hawk (mortar board) if you have them. We have extra on site, but if you have your own, you will never have to wait around for them.
Please label all personal items before arriving on the course. |
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