Weekend Earth Plastering and Natural Paints
Make and apply earth plasters & home-made paints - a healthy and cheap option suitable for all house types

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Full Price €135.00 EUR Unwaged/Student €121.50 EUR

Testimonials from Previous Earth Plastering Course Participants

"The earth plastering course was very practical but with a good grounding in the basic theory also. Colin and Féile both really helpful and enthusiastic and having the course in the house they built themselves is invaluable."
Ruth Fortune, Cork

"Both have a great knowledge of a hands-on approach to the build process. Learned simple but essential techniques which will prove invaluable to my own self-build."
Rory Doyle, Moate, Co. Westmeath

"I had a very good time and I learned a great amount. Course was very complete as it covered practical and some very useful theory. I will definitely keep an eye for future courses. Both Colin and Féile are very nice and knowledgable. I had a great weekend. Plus thanks for providing a social tent with sofa at the campsite!"
Leire Ezpeleta, Dublin

"I've learned a lot on the course. Both theory and pracitcal very well explained and covered all aspects of earth plastering. Can't wait to find some walls to plaster. Many thanks!"
Martin Obst, Lahinch, Co. Clare

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On this 2 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. Find out how to make your own clay-based and milk-based paints and washes and learn how to apply them. Earth plasters and natural paints are 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.

Cancellation Policy:

• 100% refundable up to 4 weeks prior to course start date, minus administration fee of €20.
• 50% refundable up to 2 weeks prior to course start date, plus administration fee of €20.
• No refunds for cancellations within 2 weeks of course start date.

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