[Cob] Soundproofing , condos, being burnt out

[Shannon C. Dealy]

On Thu, 19 Feb 2004, Mary Hooper wrote:

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>  Am I correct in assuming that the cob mix that encloses the bales cuts off
> oxygen to the straw. Or is it necessary to use some sort of moisture gauge
> to ensure the straw  bales really are dry???? Thanks Mary

Yes, the cob will cut off the oxygen sufficiently to prevent combustion,
however, if the straw in the interior of the bale is wet, it is likely the
bale will rot.

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