Is rammed earth expensive to build with?

Is rammed earth expensive to build with?

Rammed earth doesn’t have to be expensive. Designed with the system in mind, it can be one of the best values in the building industry today.

Are rammed earth walls expensive?

The cost per face m2 for a rammed earth wall can vary from $450 per face m2 to $750 per face m2, on average. As with the full cost per m2 for a house, the cost per face m2 for a rammed earth wall will also vary depending on the quantity of wall, design, hight etc. – as with any other wall medium.

Does rammed earth work in Canada?

The higher strength of a V3 rammed earth, such as SIREWALL, now allows for this technology to be used in Canada’s far north, in rain forests, and in deserts.

What is the cost of rammed earth walls?

Price: A typical rammed-earth wall costs about $75 to $100 per square foot, excluding the price of exterior finishes.

How long do rammed earth houses last?

The CMHC estimates the average stick-frame home has a life span of 49 years. A Rammed earth house can easily sustain its integrity for 1000+ years. Primary factors affecting the cost of any project are design and site characteristics.

Can rammed earth be used in cold climates?

Is rammed earth suitable for the cold Canadian climate? Absolutely, in fact our insulated rammed earth walls have 50% more R-value (R33) than a typical Canadian home (R22). We use four inches of special rigid insulation in the centre of the wall keeping the heat in and the cold out.

How long do rammed earth walls last?

The CMHC estimates the average stick-frame home has a life span of 49 years. A Rammed earth house can easily sustain its integrity for 1000+ years.

Is rammed earth stronger than concrete?

What this shows is that engineering design plays a big role in carbon reduction. Is rammed earth stronger or more durable than concrete? The answer is clearly no, but the question should be: is rammed earth strong and durable enough for its intended purpose?

What is rammed earth?

Harnessing life’s essential elements of earth air and water, rammed earth captures the raw yet calming essence of the natural world within its form, with strong, crisp, textured finishes.

When did we start building rammed earth walls in Victoria?

We have been constructing rammed earth walls throughout Victoria since 1992. During that time, we have worked with many builders, designers and architects on domestic, commercial and landscaping projects. If you are looking for an architect designer or registered builder, please contact us.

What do we use rammed earth walls for?

We used rammed earth walls as features and concrete block with plaster for the exterior walls of rooms. Learn to build rammed earth from pros, this isn’t a ‘make a small sample and slideshow sales pitch’…it’s the real thing!

What is stabilised rammed earth (SRE)?

Stabilised rammed earth (SRE) has a 4 hour fire rating deemed to comply with high fire risk areas. Compressive strength of SRE commonly achieves above 8 MPA significantly exceeding the 2 MPA rating required to be load bearing. SRE can be anywhere upwards of 200 mm thick.