Cob (Fwd) Re: Solar Chimneys

[Frank Duffy]

In message <199709260046.AAA10276 at gnat.net>, goshawk at gnat.net writes
>
>Yea - got another vault done yesterday. That leaves one more vault, 
>top off the room, plaster and put in a floor. Ta Da , I'll have a 
>room done!) (OK it takes a bit more time then Ta Da)
>
>Speaking of the floor I am thinking of using a combination of some 
>kind  of brick or terra cotta tile with an earthen floor. I figure 
>the wax and linseed oil would seal the brick or terra cotta tiles as 
>well as the earthen floor. One reason I was thinking of this is 
>becuase we have such high humidity (less in winter).  Plus if I used 
>the brick or  terra cotta tiles on the paths that folks normally walk 
>it would reduce wear and tear on the earthen floor in the house..  
>Sounds logical? Experiences anyone?
>
>Pat.
>
Pat, I have been luking in the background of the cob list for some weeks
not feeling like I can really contribute much.  But my interest was
roused by the subject of your post "Solar Chimneys", however...chimneys
of any sort never got a mention!
-- 

Frank Duffy     Glasgow, Scotland.
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