What is Cob?
It is a mixture of clay, sand and straw. For many people, clay is associated with either pottery or builders waste. However, it is to be found in plentiful quantity beneath the topsoil in most gardens. It’s sticky and resilient, and with the right preparation, it can be a wonderfully versatile building material.
Enrol on an OBee Eco-building course and see clay in a different light.
Learning to build with cob is fun, informative and could help you build up muscle strength and stamina!
Develop practical skills on our Learn to build with Cob course.
5 day course 22 - 26 June 2009, Suffolk. We will be building a small, round Apple Store. Early booking recommended.
Enquiries : email sarah@obee.org.uk or call 01473-658193
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