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Thatch roofs are an important part of our heritage. Describes the history of thatch, the fire precautions necessary, its thermal properties and life span. Many thatch roofed properties are supported by cob walls. Describes the history of cob walls, the repair of existing cob walls, new work and the building regulations. Suggests that the Government should give more incentive to the use of thatch and cob walls, both for the purposes of construction and to keep alive the rural crafts associated with them.
Thatch roofs are an important part of our heritage. Describes the history of thatch, the fire precautions necessary, its thermal properties and life span. Many thatch roofed properties are supported by cob walls. Describes the history of cob walls, the repair of existing cob walls, new work and the building regulations. Suggests that the Government should give more incentive to the use of thatch and cob walls, both for the purposes of construction and to keep alive the rural crafts associated with them.
Traditional crafts updated: thatching and cob
Ley, Tony (author)
Structural Survey ; 13 ; 4-12
1995-12-01
9 pages
Article (Journal)
Electronic Resource
English
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