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Cob: Chinese/Japanese paper plasterRussell Theodore Holzinger IAM at AvidDesignStudio.comThu May 22 02:24:00 CDT 2003
The fire retardant and pest deturant is made from Borax a hydrated sodium borate, Na2B4O7·10H2O, an ore of boron, that is used as a cleaning compound. -----Original Message----- From: D.J. Henman Sent: 2003-05-21 10:00 PM To: coblist at deatech.com Subject: Re: Cob: Chinese/Japanese paper plaster The larger fibers would give you a different finish. You might soak it overnight first before making a mix. I recommend doing a small 1 to 2 foot square test sample. Some like a larger fiber look. I don't know about the chemicals used for insulation though. That must be checked as you mention. Darel -------------- Brad Calvert wrote: > How would cellulose insulation go mixed with lime? > >I imagine the fibres are larger than typical paper. > >What is the anti-fire stuff they mix with it? > >
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