[Cob] MobileMe Gallery - Broadgreen Cob House

[David Anderson]

I'm no expert, but I was there and it looked shiny and was slippery.  My best bet is that lime would not have either of those characteristics. Instead it would be dry and chalky.  Someone who know about lime finishes may need to help us out on this topic. 

David

On Mar 31, 2010, at 6:16 AM, Dulane wrote:

> I wonder what kind of paint is used on the outside and foundation currently?
> There doesn't appear to be much damage. I hope it lasts another couple
> centuries.
> 
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> 
> Here is the link (below) to the photos of the cob house in Nelson, New
> Zealand mentioned in "The Hand Sculpted House" book.  Unfortunately they
> would not allow pictures inside.  It was completed in 1855 and survived two
> earthquakes.  Apparently the soil excavated while building the basement was
> used for the walls with addition of horse hair and straw.  Outside walls
> approx. 18 inches thick.  Inside walls approx. 6-8 inches thick.  Originally
> had a slate roof. 
> A big thanks to Alex MacKenzie for helping me find this house. 
> 
> David Anderson
> North Island, New Zealand
> 
> http://gallery.me.com/david1anderson#100279
> 
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