Straw Bale Moisture Meter: A Must-Have Tool & How To Use It
If you plan to build with bales, you absolutely must have a straw bale moisture meter with a probe. It is so valuable that we consider it a "must have," not a "it would be cool to have" tool.
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.
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.
Plastic Encased Straw Bales
What about using plastic-encased straw bales in the construction of a home? Let’s have a look…
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?
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: Why it Matters So Much
Why exactly you cannot use hay to build with? Let’s find out…
How to Calculate Bale Density
Most codes require specific measurements for the density of a construction-grade bale.