Benefits of Rammed Earth

Benefits of Rammed Earth Construction Natural beauty of the rammed earth material Structural walls with large load-bearing capacity No maintenance High insulation rating (R33) Fire proof Engineered for earthquakes Uses subsoil (not topsoil) Saves trees from our valuable forests High sound resistance - inside and outside Insect proof - termites, carpenter ants, etc... Rodent proof Thermal mass - stabilizes air temperature Sustainable for 1000+ years Free of fungicides and pesticides Thickness of walls gives a solid feeling to the building Shields from harmful electromagnetic fields and radiation Lowers cost of heating Uses local materials for walls Cost comparable to conventional construction Indoor air quality Green building for health of future generations