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Important Facts About Rammed
Earth Buildings |
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The technique uses compacted soil or laterite for the construction of
walls, with added stabilizers such as clay, lime and cement which increase the
strength and durability of the material. The rammed earth method of construction
has been around for thousands of years. |
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Rooms are kept cooler because of the thermal
retention of the thick walls. |
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Water, fire and insect resistant particularly to
termites. |
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The thickness of the walls gives excellent noise
reduction & acoustic performance. |
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Environmentally friendly as it is made from
natural raw materials, incorporating a small amount of cement and is
constructed on site. |
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Durable. Rammed earth walls actually get stronger as they age. |
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The colour and texture varies according to soil
selection and ramming techniques. |
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Very low maintenance qualities. |
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Chemical free |
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Low maintenance |
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Indoor humidity is automatically regulated. |
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