Straw bale houses are gaining popularity due to their ecological and sustainable nature. These unique homes are built using straw as either the primary structural element or insulation or both, providing a natural and renewable way of building.
Straw bale homes offer exceptional insulation properties that help you keep your house warm during colder months and cool during hot seasons, reducing heating and cooling expenses. A study by the University of Bath found that living in a straw house can lower your energy costs by as much as 85%.
Contrary to what many people think, straw bale houses are known for their low fire hazard potential. Due to the density of the packed straw and the plaster finish, these homes present a lower fire risk compared to traditional construction materials.
This natural material has low embodied energy, which means it requires less energy to produce,…
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