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Foundations for Straw Bale houses - Tip to Save Your Concrete Stakes
Concrete stakes are essential to just about any foundation project. In fact, they are used on almost all concrete projects that a home owner is likely to encounter. Learn how to save your costly stakes…

What To Do With Leftover Straw? - Straw Bale Gardening Ideas and More
Wondering what to do with old, wet bales and the loose straw created during your home’s construction? Here’s how to put it to good use.

Hay Houses Are NOT Straw Bale Houses
The difference between the two is HUGE for home construction. Hay houses would provide a food source for all sorts of pests. Learn more about why it matters...

5 Essential Straw Bale Construction Tools
Some tools make a job WAY more efficient, effective, and enjoyable than others. Learn 5 essential straw bale construction tools crucial for success in building better with bales.

How to Calculate Bale Density
Learn how to calculate bale density for straw bale construction to ensure structural integrity and code compliance. Follow our simple formula and expert tips.

What Can I Use Instead of Wire Mesh on My Straw Bale Building?
Most home building codes that apply to straw bale building require you to use the 14 gauge 2″x 2″ welded wire mesh. Here’s why and options to consider.

Calculating the Number of Bales in Your Straw Bale House
Learn how to calculate the number of bales needed in your straw bale house build. Understand how to do it without creating excess waste.

Choosing Straw Bales for Home Construction
Bale type, which size is best, how to handle moisture content, and what are the ideal straw bales for home construction; are all common questions we hear at every workshop.

Could Rice Straw be the Answer to Building with Bales in Humid Climates?
Are you willing to do the unbiased research to see how rice straw holds up under humid conditions?