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Cordwood Building: The State Of The Art (Natural Building Series),Used
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Cordwood masonry is an ancient building technique whereby walls are constructed from 'log ends' laid transversely in the wall. It is easy, economical, aesthetically striking, energyefficient, and environmentally sound.Cordwood Building collects the wisdom of more than 25 of the worlds best practitioners, detailing the long history of the method, and demonstrating how to build a cordwood home using the latest and most uptodate techniques, with a special focus on building code issues.Author/editor Rob Roy has been building, researching, and teaching about cordwood masonry for 25 years and, with his wife, started Earthwood Building School in 1981. He has written 10 books on alternative building, presented four videosincluding two about cordwood masonryand has taught cordwood masonry all over the world.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is cordwood masonry? A: Cordwood masonry is a building technique that uses short sections of logs, known as 'log ends', laid transversely to create walls. This method is known for being economical, aesthetically pleasing, and energy-efficient.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Cordwood Building: The State of the Art'? A: The book is authored by Rob Roy, who has extensive experience in building, researching, and teaching cordwood masonry for over 25 years.
- Q: Is there a focus on building codes in this book? A: Yes, 'Cordwood Building' includes a special focus on building code issues, ensuring that readers understand the legal aspects of constructing a cordwood home.
- Q: What are the dimensions of the book? A: The book contains 240 pages and is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: Can beginners learn from this book? A: Yes, the book is designed to collect wisdom from expert practitioners and is suitable for both beginners and experienced builders interested in cordwood masonry.
- Q: What year was 'Cordwood Building' published? A: The book was published on January 1, 2003.
- Q: Are there practical techniques included in the book? A: Yes, 'Cordwood Building' demonstrates the latest techniques for building a cordwood home, making it practical for modern-day builders.
- Q: What makes cordwood building environmentally friendly? A: Cordwood masonry uses natural materials and can reduce energy consumption, making it an environmentally sound choice for construction.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations or diagrams? A: While the book primarily focuses on text, it includes detailed descriptions and illustrations that help clarify the building techniques discussed.
- Q: Is this book suitable for professional builders? A: Yes, 'Cordwood Building' is beneficial for professional builders looking to expand their techniques and knowledge in alternative building methods.