Hemp lime construction. A guide to building with hemp lime composites
Author: Bevan, R. and Woolley, T. | Size: 3.77 MB | Format: PDF | Publisher: BRE PRESS | Year: 2008 | pages: 128 | ISBN: 9781848060333
Abstract
Provides guidance on using hemp for housing and low-rise buildings. Explains how the use of hemp-based material can capture carbon dioxide in building fabric. Defines hemp construction and presents case examples of hemp lime buildings. Addresses growing hemp for buildings and building construction techniques. Covers mixes and materials, durability, moisture, ventilation, indoor air quality and thermal performance. Considers structures, fire and acoustics, life cycle and carbon sequestration, and natural products for use in conjunction with hemp lime. Promotes its advantages.
Subject(s)
Materials
Special subject areas
Environmental issues/energy
Green issues/sustainability/green buildings
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