You all have really recovered and made progress after the root cellar collapsed. I’m so impressed by your dedication and grit and I think it’s beautiful that your partnership allows for you to build a dream to live inside. So inspiring!
I’m happy you two found each other. I’m grateful for my Lord, my husband , my children, my friends, family and home. God is good and gives us what we need in this life and I thank him.
Lime-based plasters are the most used choice for an exterior plaster system on straw bale homes. The fantastic mixture of breath-ability and durability makes lime-based plaster a predictable, low maintenance finish. Many contractors use a plaster pump to apply 2 to 3 coats of lime and sand plaster to the prepared straw walls. A final 3rd or 4th coat is often applied by hand after windows and doors have been installed.
I was thinking the same. There is a YT site called, “ Raising Voyagers”. They have several videos that show people applying lime plaster using trowels. I don’t know that it would be so different applying your mud mix. Perhaps able to use a little thicker mix. Always thankful for family, friends and don’t forget our fur families.
I am thankful to be able to see you and Jess pursue your dreams! Jim, it's so romantic that you are doing this for Jess. The fact you made her dream yours is so cool.
I was thinking trowel like others mentioned. I'm thankful for everything that I have and for you guys building an earthbag dome. It's one thing to read books about it, but seeing the two of you gave me the confidence to follow my dream to build one! 🙂
You are an amazing couple, you're in it together no matter what comes your way. You're managing to get these complicated builds done together with a willingness to experiment with different types of building materials and techniques can't always be easy but your smiles tell us it's all worth it. When you said you were going to do it by hand I expected it to take a lot longer but the 2 of you did accomplish quite a bit, spending that quality time together as a couple makes the work go by faster. All your hard work will be worth it in the end. Have a wonderful week lovebirds ❤ you're an awesome couple it's been a pleasure to follow you each week!
Im thankful for still having my mom in my life. My son & 4 grandsons too. We are from Michigan and was homesteading since 1988, until i had to have heart surgery which brought me to Arizona where my parents retired too.❤❤
I'm thankful for youtube, for showing me a world that I cannot see with my own eyes and places where I cannot visit in person, where wonderful people who do amazing things that I can imagine and feel as if I was there, taking part. ❤
Jim and Jess.... God Bless you Both. The journey and the discoveries along the way is what its all about. oh. . . and sharing it all. Making memories.... together.
Hi Jess and Jim, I’m commenting early in watching this and thinking that you could try loading a bricklayers hawk with the clay mix and lean the hawk against the bail, while using a concreter trowel to press the mix against the surface. The idea of the hawk is to hold the mix against the hay while you work it in. Just trying to think of a more practical and faster method than just hand application. Anyhow, just love what you both are doing, stay safe and take care.
Thankful for Jessica who is a role model for those tgat are different and making a great life despite all! Thank you, Jim, for all you do on youtube teaching us. we can do whatever set our minds to do! I have the world in my hands bc of you two!
I am overwhelmed with blessings this holiday season....among all of the miracles and joy my first grandchild will be born around Dec 5.....God Bless one and all!
the right sprayer would be a stucco sprayer with a bigger air compressor tank.... i suggest looking up aircrete harry's channel and paying close attention to when he is spraying concrete on his inflatable airform domes. a stucco sprayer is made for thicker material (sprayable concrete or stucco) then the liquid clay slip that your using. you can use the same air compressor but you will need a bigger tank so you don't have to stop so often. if you got a bigger and better air compressor then you wouldn't even have to take any breaks for the pressure to build again. i already decided that if i made my own domes then they would be the aircrete harry style because i don't have years to wait to get a house or the energy to be filling sand bags for years on end.
I am thankful for the blessings in my life. I have my husband and children all in good heath and near by. I am grateful for being able to witness the creation of your home from an idea to the bales on the framing and the mudding of them. Way to go guys.
Muddin' and clay slipping around on the learning curve. Keep covering it up. Woven polypropylene is vulnerable. Working and resting and not getting injured and working and keeping after it. Dream building domesteaders loving life and each other.🎉🎉❤❤❤
You both have a great commitment to building things by hand. And that takes talent and extreme patience so I give you lots of credit. I'm thankful for your videos because I love working with my hands as well.
So sweet!! Your relationship and commitment to having a sustainable life that you have made together is so inspirational. Thank you for showing us what is possible.
It's comforting to know that individual dreams are a succes criteria . Bob Dylan once said I'll let you in my dream if you let me in yours at least that the way I remember that.❤
Great job, but what if it rains. Will it wash the mud off. Can't you plaster it with cement. Stay warm and Jim you are a special husband. Caring and full of love for Jess. So heartwarming to see❤❤
We did the clay slip with finally screened dirt and then we mixed it with water and then used the sprayer and it worked really good. Looks like the same sprayer you are using. We are about to do it on our solar/pump house. I’m going to have to go back and watch the video on how we did it for the exact recipe.
It seems like the clay slip needs to be at a similar consistency to cake frosting. It needs to spread and cover the bales much like a cake. Then, you can top it with cob.
Steps for Applying Mud Mixture 1. Prepare the Surface Clean the Hay Bales: Remove loose straw and ensure the surface is dry. Create Keying: Roughen the surface with a wire brush or embed sticks, mesh, or netting to provide a grip for the mud. This prevents the plaster from sliding off. 2. Mix the Mud Test the Ratios: Mix clay, sand, and water in various ratios to find the right consistency. A common starting point is 1 part clay to 3 parts sand, with enough water to form a thick, spreadable paste. Add Straw: Chop the straw into short pieces (2-3 inches) and mix it in. This provides tensile strength and prevents cracking. 3. Apply the Scratch Coat Dampen the Wall: Lightly mist the hay bales to improve adhesion without soaking them. Hand Application: Apply the first layer (scratch coat) by hand or with a trowel, pressing firmly into the hay. The goal is to embed the mud into the surface, filling gaps and creating a rough texture for the next coat. Thickness: Keep the scratch coat thin, around ½ inch to 1 inch thick. Scratch the Surface: Use a trowel or rake to create grooves in the wet plaster. This helps the next layer adhere. 4. Let the Scratch Coat Dry Allow the scratch coat to dry slowly. Cover the wall with a tarp if the weather is too sunny or windy to prevent cracking. Drying can take a few days to a week, depending on conditions. 5. Apply the Brown Coat Mix a Finer Mud: Use the same ingredients but sieve out larger particles for a smoother finish. Add less straw or omit it altogether for a smoother surface. Apply Evenly: Spread the second layer, about ¾ inch thick, smoothing it with a trowel. Smooth and Feather: Use a damp sponge or trowel to smooth the surface and blend edges. 6. Final Coat (Optional) For a polished look, apply a thin final coat with a finer mixture or add lime for extra durability and water resistance. This coat is typically very smooth and only a few millimeters thick. 7. Curing and Maintenance Let the plaster cure slowly to avoid cracks. Apply a natural sealant, like linseed oil or lime wash, for added protection if desired. Tips for Success Work in Layers: Apply in thin, even coats to prevent sagging or cracking. Keep the Mix Damp: Mud that’s too dry will be brittle, while too wet will slump. Adapt to Weather: Protect the wall from rain during application and drying but ensure proper ventilation. Patch Cracks: Minor cracks can be filled with a wetter version of the plaster mix before they widen.
A home is security for a woman . My sweetheart gave that to me. He has been gone from this world far too🎉 long. ❤❤❤ I am thankful for my God,my family, my home, and my health ❤️❤❤❤
Curious when your home is complete will you taxes go up because the is a house on the property. I ask because an argument for b that would be it's the dirt,rocks and straw from the land
You need something covering the bales that your lime mix will stick to. Using lathe is most likely your best option. The lathe will keep the bales together. Otherwise I think your bales will start to degrade like the outside of the dome. Your end goal is to build something that will hold up against the elements and not degrade.
I wonder what would happen if you took the nozzle off of the texture hopper. it should give you a larger hole to spay out of. also remove the any screen that may be in the way.
You could try using a dust pan or fireside shovel to scoop and cast, cheap and easily available.🙏 PS. You would have been better fixing render mesh on the straw bales especially the type with a waterproof membrane.
a morter sprayer would work better than the sprayer you have. I bought one from harbour freight to spray motor on an old rock foundation. i had one person mix, one person trowel, one spray! best of luck!
I bet one of the guns they use to spray concrete wash or pool slick coats would work like a dream ? Looks like a thick shotgun with a wide, plastic barrel about 3-4 feet long and that slick shoots out of those things at a good rate. YOU TWO ARE TOO CUTE!🤪
I feel this may come off as weird sounding, but I swear I had a dream with you guys in it last night. You were running away from me trying to lose me in a crowd.
I am very thankful that my daughter survived being hit by a drunk driver. Total her vehicle, and she received a head injury and messed up her spine. It has changed her whole life and is very sad because she is normally a social butterfly. She can't get around like she used to.
I know power is limited.... What about the gun that sprays pop corn ceilings? Light plaster (plastic) on the outside. And then there's: In wall wiring? 110ac or 12vdc? Wind generator on roof?
A lot of work ahead but it appears like you have the mix & the idea is working! You only have a few bales of straw left could you sit them inside the barn out of weather so smaller tarp to protect them?
Why not be using a simple paint roller to apply vlay slurry? Would use a 1" nap, preferably sponge but try nappy also. Use a 6' extending pole on the roller. Way easier on your joints than holding the roller itself. Clay bits need to be 1/8" or smaller for any application. Texture gun should work nicely if you whip that clay powder with water to the consistancy of whippedbcream then ran through a 1/8" collander/wire screen. Then sprayed with the large size texture nozzle. Thats the size of "popcorn texture" pellets. Would be the quic kest way to apply slurry for sure. Get a sheetrock topping mix bit you use on a 1/2" drill and mix your clay sand and water in a 5 gallon bucket. Hope it helps, keep the faith guys!
Well, now know how you’re coating the bales. (Whoa, that’s a ton of work.) I thought you were going to use one of those industrial concrete texture sprayers. If you enter - Spraying Concrete Machine Texture Sprayer Wholesale High Quality Industrial Wall Paint Spray Gun Sprayer Painting Machine - you’ll see what I’m talking about. But I’m sure you’ve looked into it, otherwise you’d have it already. Obviously, it would save a ton of time and possibly give a higher quality coating than by doing it by hand.
Why do it the hard way Plasterers use a trowel to spread plaster on walls; they typically scoop the plaster from a hawk (a flat, smooth board) with the trowel and then apply it to the wall with a smooth, even stroke coat trowel with WD-40 or similar coating first to get it to glide on the wall. Typically the roof overhangs the bails to protect walls from heat and weather by a considerable distance at least 18-24 in . good luck
You all have really recovered and made progress after the root cellar collapsed. I’m so impressed by your dedication and grit and I think it’s beautiful that your partnership allows for you to build a dream to live inside. So inspiring!
I’m happy you two found each other. I’m grateful for my Lord, my husband , my children, my friends, family and home. God is good and gives us what we need in this life and I thank him.
Lime-based plasters are the most used choice for an exterior plaster system on straw bale homes. The fantastic mixture of breath-ability and durability makes lime-based plaster a predictable, low maintenance finish. Many contractors use a plaster pump to apply 2 to 3 coats of lime and sand plaster to the prepared straw walls. A final 3rd or 4th coat is often applied by hand after windows and doors have been installed.
I know someone who is living in a +40 year old like plaster house. Her electric bill is practically non existent.
You could use drywall mud trowels to put the clay on, just like drywall mudding, or plastering.
I was thinking the same. There is a YT site called, “ Raising Voyagers”. They have several videos that show people applying lime plaster using trowels. I don’t know that it would be so different applying your mud mix. Perhaps able to use a little thicker mix.
Always thankful for family, friends and don’t forget our fur families.
This right here
I am thankful to be able to see you and Jess pursue your dreams!
Jim, it's so romantic that you are doing this for Jess. The fact you made her dream yours is so cool.
Wonderful to see folks who consider each other's dreams and work to fulfill them.
I was thinking trowel like others mentioned. I'm thankful for everything that I have and for you guys building an earthbag dome. It's one thing to read books about it, but seeing the two of you gave me the confidence to follow my dream to build one! 🙂
I love your willingness to just jump in and figure things out, and with whatever you have available. Flexible, creative problem solving!
Thanks Jim and Jess I am thankful for your gentle kindness and family friendly channel about living a good life your own way.
You are an amazing couple, you're in it together no matter what comes your way. You're managing to get these complicated builds done together with a willingness to experiment with different types of building materials and techniques can't always be easy but your smiles tell us it's all worth it. When you said you were going to do it by hand I expected it to take a lot longer but the 2 of you did accomplish quite a bit, spending that quality time together as a couple makes the work go by faster. All your hard work will be worth it in the end. Have a wonderful week lovebirds ❤ you're an awesome couple it's been a pleasure to follow you each week!
Thankful to be able to watch both of you living your dream. You have to be two of the hardest working people on RUclips. ❤
Im thankful for still having my mom in my life. My son & 4 grandsons too. We are from Michigan and was homesteading since 1988, until i had to have heart surgery which brought me to Arizona where my parents retired too.❤❤
I'm thankful for youtube, for showing me a world that I cannot see with my own eyes and places where I cannot visit in person, where wonderful people who do amazing things that I can imagine and feel as if I was there, taking part. ❤
She said....."Really Sweet"....😊
Jim and Jess.... God Bless you Both.
The journey and the discoveries along the way is what its all about. oh. . . and sharing it all.
Making memories.... together.
I love watching the two of you and how you love the earth and each other.
Be in love, light ,peace, abundance and gratitude for today.
Hi Jess and Jim, I’m commenting early in watching this and thinking that you could try loading a bricklayers hawk with the clay mix and lean the hawk against the bail, while using a concreter trowel to press the mix against the surface. The idea of the hawk is to hold the mix against the hay while you work it in. Just trying to think of a more practical and faster method than just hand application. Anyhow, just love what you both are doing, stay safe and take care.
What if you spray lightly with water first?
Thankful for Jessica who is a role model for those tgat are different and making a great life despite all!
Thank you, Jim, for all you do on youtube teaching us. we can do whatever set our minds to do!
I have the world in my hands bc of you two!
You all should try a hawk and trowel. Thats what plasterers use. 😊
I am overwhelmed with blessings this holiday season....among all of the miracles and joy my first grandchild will be born around Dec 5.....God Bless one and all!
Huge love letter! I am thankful for my Family, my husband that accepts me for who I am, our home, and all that we have.
the right sprayer would be a stucco sprayer with a bigger air compressor tank.... i suggest looking up aircrete harry's channel and paying close attention to when he is spraying concrete on his inflatable airform domes. a stucco sprayer is made for thicker material (sprayable concrete or stucco) then the liquid clay slip that your using. you can use the same air compressor but you will need a bigger tank so you don't have to stop so often. if you got a bigger and better air compressor then you wouldn't even have to take any breaks for the pressure to build again. i already decided that if i made my own domes then they would be the aircrete harry style because i don't have years to wait to get a house or the energy to be filling sand bags for years on end.
Large compressors take a lot of electricity. They are limited.
all the other straw bale builds i have watched have had like hardware cloth over the straw
I am thankful for the blessings in my life. I have my husband and children all in good heath and near by. I am grateful for being able to witness the creation of your home from an idea to the bales on the framing and the mudding of them. Way to go guys.
I'm thankful for our beautiful world and the possibility of living sustainably with nature. Thank you for being here to show us it is possible! TY
oh God bless you guys, i just turned 76 on thanksgiving day this year, and you're getting me all misty eyed.
Thankful for the breath I take and the beauty I see.
Y'all are so good together ❤️ Thankful we get to watch your progress.
honest and spontaneous...beautiful love letter
Looks good 👍 Glad you found your path😊
i am thankful that you two have allowed this old guy to come along on your lifes work.
Muddin' and clay slipping around on the learning curve. Keep covering it up. Woven polypropylene is vulnerable. Working and resting and not getting injured and working and keeping after it. Dream building domesteaders loving life and each other.🎉🎉❤❤❤
I'm thankful for the time I get to spend with family and friends. Y'all are getting things done, it looks amazing.
You guys are so awesome and such a good couple I'm so happy for you and bless you both
You both have a great commitment to building things by hand. And that takes talent and extreme patience so I give you lots of credit. I'm thankful for your videos because I love working with my hands as well.
I'm thankful I'm not by myself this year. I'm with friends who are closer than biological family.
You guys make mudding your walls look romantic and you’re both thankful, I need to step up my game! Great job guys! Living the dream!
You two are so sweet
I am glad l found your channel. I am excited to see how your building transformers into your beautiful home ❤
You guys are so sweet on each other! 💖👍✨I’m grateful to be alive! ❤🎉😁
Got us right in the feels this show, Jim. Great video!
Beautiful effort of togetherness as action of grace in Thanksgiving with a sweet CHOCOLATE color earthbag foundation yay.
So sweet!! Your relationship and commitment to having a sustainable life that you have made together is so inspirational. Thank you for showing us what is possible.
sappy and lovey dovey. all in one show. hope you two had a good turkey day.
thank you two for dragging this old guy along.
Jim and Jess so good to see yall making progress on your addition. Hope you get it sealed well. Be kind to each other and Happy Thanksgiving.
Very impressive... nice to see you 2 working side by side to achieve your goal 🎉🎉🎉
I think the trowel idea is a good thing.
How cool ya'll and exciting too, can't wait to see more have a great day 👍👍👍✌💚
So impressed with your skills!!!
The build is coming along nicely.
It's comforting to know that individual dreams are a succes criteria . Bob Dylan once said I'll let you in my dream if you let me in yours at least that the way I remember that.❤
Looking forward to completing
Happy Thanksgiving to you both, and congratulations on getting started on covering the straw bales!!!😊🎉❤
I see it coming together your not the only ones who considered straw bales
Great job, but what if it rains. Will it wash the mud off. Can't you plaster it with cement. Stay warm and Jim you are a special husband. Caring and full of love for Jess. So heartwarming to see❤❤
Nice thumbnail. 😃
Keep on rolling, every inch is a inch closer to the end
Hey Jim how you guys doing today looks like everything is coming together keep up the good work one step at a time bro God bless you❤
Fantastic!!!
We did the clay slip with finally screened dirt and then we mixed it with water and then used the sprayer and it worked really good. Looks like the same sprayer you are using. We are about to do it on our solar/pump house. I’m going to have to go back and watch the video on how we did it for the exact recipe.
I love that title of this video.
♥️👍🏽👍🏼👍🏽👍🏼♥️🙏🙏 Jess & Jim,
It seems like the clay slip needs to be at a similar consistency to cake frosting. It needs to spread and cover the bales much like a cake. Then, you can top it with cob.
Use a dry wall spade bro! works well with mud
Try putting up plaster mesh over the straw and them plaster the mud or whatever substance you want to finish with.
Use a trowel and hawk method just like plaster.
very cool
Thanks
Use a hopper. Like a drywall trough.
Awww, you smooth opetator 😆 👍.
Wrap the bales with chicken wire first tied to the rebar then plaster to it, much stronger holes it in place
It'll be Christmas soon merry Christmas to you guys early
♥
I saw doing the bail technique and they sprayed with water to help the slip stick , the slip may have been a bit thicker. Blessings, be safe.
Steps for Applying Mud Mixture
1. Prepare the Surface
Clean the Hay Bales: Remove loose straw and ensure the surface is dry.
Create Keying: Roughen the surface with a wire brush or embed sticks, mesh, or netting to provide a grip for the mud. This prevents the plaster from sliding off.
2. Mix the Mud
Test the Ratios: Mix clay, sand, and water in various ratios to find the right consistency. A common starting point is 1 part clay to 3 parts sand, with enough water to form a thick, spreadable paste.
Add Straw: Chop the straw into short pieces (2-3 inches) and mix it in. This provides tensile strength and prevents cracking.
3. Apply the Scratch Coat
Dampen the Wall: Lightly mist the hay bales to improve adhesion without soaking them.
Hand Application: Apply the first layer (scratch coat) by hand or with a trowel, pressing firmly into the hay. The goal is to embed the mud into the surface, filling gaps and creating a rough texture for the next coat.
Thickness: Keep the scratch coat thin, around ½ inch to 1 inch thick.
Scratch the Surface: Use a trowel or rake to create grooves in the wet plaster. This helps the next layer adhere.
4. Let the Scratch Coat Dry
Allow the scratch coat to dry slowly. Cover the wall with a tarp if the weather is too sunny or windy to prevent cracking. Drying can take a few days to a week, depending on conditions.
5. Apply the Brown Coat
Mix a Finer Mud: Use the same ingredients but sieve out larger particles for a smoother finish. Add less straw or omit it altogether for a smoother surface.
Apply Evenly: Spread the second layer, about ¾ inch thick, smoothing it with a trowel.
Smooth and Feather: Use a damp sponge or trowel to smooth the surface and blend edges.
6. Final Coat (Optional)
For a polished look, apply a thin final coat with a finer mixture or add lime for extra durability and water resistance. This coat is typically very smooth and only a few millimeters thick.
7. Curing and Maintenance
Let the plaster cure slowly to avoid cracks.
Apply a natural sealant, like linseed oil or lime wash, for added protection if desired.
Tips for Success
Work in Layers: Apply in thin, even coats to prevent sagging or cracking.
Keep the Mix Damp: Mud that’s too dry will be brittle, while too wet will slump.
Adapt to Weather: Protect the wall from rain during application and drying but ensure proper ventilation.
Patch Cracks: Minor cracks can be filled with a wetter version of the plaster mix before they widen.
Awww your so sweet Jim now get a room 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
A home is security for a woman . My sweetheart gave that to me. He has been gone from this world far too🎉 long. ❤❤❤
I am thankful for my God,my family, my home, and my health ❤️❤❤❤
Curious when your home is complete will you taxes go up because the is a house on the property. I ask because an argument for b that would be it's the dirt,rocks and straw from the land
You need something covering the bales that your lime mix will stick to. Using lathe is most likely your best option. The lathe will keep the bales together. Otherwise I think your bales will start to degrade like the outside of the dome. Your end goal is to build something that will hold up against the elements and not degrade.
I wonder what would happen if you took the nozzle off of the texture hopper. it should give you a larger hole to spay out of. also remove the any screen that may be in the way.
Hermoso
You could try using a dust pan or fireside shovel to scoop and cast, cheap and easily available.🙏 PS. You would have been better fixing render mesh on the straw bales especially the type with a waterproof membrane.
a morter sprayer would work better than the sprayer you have. I bought one from harbour freight to spray motor on an old rock foundation.
i had one person mix, one person trowel, one spray! best of luck!
I bet one of the guns they use to spray concrete wash or pool slick coats would work like a dream ? Looks like a thick shotgun with a wide, plastic barrel about 3-4 feet long and that slick shoots out of those things at a good rate. YOU TWO ARE TOO CUTE!🤪
I feel this may come off as weird sounding, but I swear I had a dream with you guys in it last night. You were running away from me trying to lose me in a crowd.
Happy Thanksgiving OSRL😅
I am very thankful that my daughter survived being hit by a drunk driver. Total her vehicle, and she received a head injury and messed up her spine. It has changed her whole life and is very sad because she is normally a social butterfly. She can't get around like she used to.
I know power is limited.... What about the gun that sprays pop corn ceilings? Light plaster (plastic) on the outside. And then there's: In wall wiring? 110ac or 12vdc? Wind generator on roof?
Maybe drill out the orifish of the sprayer
A lot of work ahead but it appears like you have the mix & the idea is working!
You only have a few bales of straw left could you sit them inside the barn out of weather so smaller tarp to protect them?
❤❤❤
👏👏👏
Why not be using a simple paint roller to apply vlay slurry? Would use a 1" nap, preferably sponge but try nappy also. Use a 6' extending pole on the roller. Way easier on your joints than holding the roller itself. Clay bits need to be 1/8" or smaller for any application. Texture gun should work nicely if you whip that clay powder with water to the consistancy of whippedbcream then ran through a 1/8" collander/wire screen. Then sprayed with the large size texture nozzle. Thats the size of "popcorn texture" pellets. Would be the quic kest way to apply slurry for sure. Get a sheetrock topping mix bit you use on a 1/2" drill and mix your clay sand and water in a 5 gallon bucket. Hope it helps, keep the faith guys!
How are you going to keep the mud on the walls in the weather until the next step
Do not put mud then lime plaster. That will present a major problem. Use one or the other.
Texture looks like melted ice cream. 😂😂
How do you keep varmints out of the hay???
What about a trial. Like for cement or stucco.
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we could not spray white wash on it clogged the texture gun. I think a gunite sprayer would work like they do swimming pools with
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First coat by hand and the second and third with a trowel.
Well, now know how you’re coating the bales. (Whoa, that’s a ton of work.) I thought you were going to use one of those industrial concrete texture sprayers. If you enter - Spraying Concrete Machine Texture Sprayer Wholesale High Quality Industrial Wall Paint Spray Gun Sprayer Painting Machine - you’ll see what I’m talking about. But I’m sure you’ve looked into it, otherwise you’d have it already. Obviously, it would save a ton of time and possibly give a higher quality coating than by doing it by hand.
Why do it the hard way Plasterers use a trowel to spread plaster on walls; they typically scoop the plaster from a hawk (a flat, smooth board) with the trowel and then apply it to the wall with a smooth, even stroke coat trowel with WD-40 or similar coating first to get it to glide on the wall. Typically the roof overhangs the bails to protect walls from heat and weather by a considerable distance at least 18-24 in . good luck