Hempcrete is a lightweight bio-composite building material, made by mixing the inner woody core of the hemp plant with a lime-based binder. Building hempcrete houses has become increasingly popular over the past few years, and I can see why.
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When you think about a grain bin, I doubt the first image that comes to mind is a luxury house. You’ve likely seen grain silos all across the countryside storing grain on farms, but have you ever considered living in a silo? All across the world, builders are repurposing these farm structures to create fully functional houses.
Read more →When I was a kid, I always dreamed of building a tree house complete with a cozy reading nook, a sturdy rope swing, and open windows so we could climb directly out into the woods. Didn’t we all?
Read more →Fencing is a vital fixture on any successful homestead. Building a homestead fence on your own can seem like a huge task, but when you break it down, anyone can put up a simple, sturdy wood or wire homestead fence.
Read more →One hugely critical element of building a tiny home is a sturdy framework. If the framework is sturdy, durable, and resistant to damage, there are bound to be far fewer issues down the line. Using metal studs to frame a tiny house is a great way to extend its life and durability.
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