Hands down the best presentation I have seen yet on this subject! While the other guys are still experimenting with materials and processes, you demonstrate a proven process with all the details needed to replicate. Thank you very kindly, sir!
interesting. i collect stuff that gets thrown away from job sites. FRP's, lead covered drywall, 4x6's iron rods. i'm the guy that stacks the trash bin nicely, i stack in a way for those who come and recycle metal who do that for a living. the nuts and bolts and screws that get thrown away is sad. right now i'm a hop skip and a jump from your location, i'm in riverside. i move around in construction, and solar installation, seeing you using recycled parts gives me a warm feeling. *very interesting build*
Having built some masonry domes, I have found that just using pure Portland cement with no sand or aggregate is near water proof. Paint it on. Borrowed that from an NGO that used it to seal cisterns in Chile.
It's the issue of the Portland cement being bad for the environment too. Other options can be cheaper and better for the environment... although it may take a little bit more work.
@@myowndrummer3372 definitely the case. Found this info in an Australian book "Cement and Concrete for the Handyman" by "Domus" 1951. Lots of great info in this little book and highly recommended
Another great video, I have my StyroAirCrete house, 40’ x 32’ about 75% complete, in the dry with electrical, water and sewage rough connected. I have less than $17000.00 invested in it so far. Had to change a few ideas, but all in all it’s coming along great. I have done 98% by myself. Thanks for sharing your ideas.
Chuck that is awesome! I love to hear this has inspired folks to tackle their own projects. I would love to hear what you have experienced in working with it. Email me at support@abundancebuild.com
You're the man. I literally type in the search bar for videos like this and get nothing this good. So finally your video just popped up in my algorithm videos I might like..
I've been using this method ever since watching your garage build, and I absolutely love it! Made a 6x10 slab, small (14-16") retainer wall, and used a kids pool as a form to make a small in ground concrete pool for my dogs. I personally recommend using either recycled wire fencing, or anything thicker than chicken wire, in the center for reinforcement as the long term structural capacity is still in the air... but for anything non structural, this is the way to go! Saves a ton of money in materials! My next project will be to pour my driveway with it to see how well it holds up.
I love it! It's so satisfying to realize how sturdy but at the same time light this building is! And the stuccoed walls and roof just please my eyes! Love it!
A great job of the recap of the whole project. Your work with this shed and your workshop are exceptionally informative and highly motivational. Thanks for all the clear information. I'm absolutely looking forward to your next project - and those of your followers should they share them with you. I have property in Montana with 40 below winters. I have a log cabin but will absolutely build with this method on the next project. I am also considering building with this system in the Philippines. From one extreme to the other!
Hi Stephen, I am a student at Rowan University in NJ researching Aircrete this semester. My team and I are working on a research project that will hopefully lead to an actual building of an aircrete home. Since you have so much knowledge in this field, I would love to find out if you would be willing to answer a few questions to help guide our research. Thanks so much!
Love this build! You did a great job on this, especially those wood doors! I’m a woodworking enthusiast so I really appreciate your work on those. Thanks for the information as it was very helpful in my current deep dive on styrene cement building concepts!
Thank you! If you want the full deep dive we made an online class available at abundancebuild.com which provides our recipes, methods, spreadsheets for all material and tool costs, 3D plans, etc. You can build anything for $5 per square foot with our methods!
I'm retired in the Philippines and looking for alternative building methods. The traditional building here is a steel reinforced concrete post and beam system then closed in with hollow blocks filled with mortar then cement plastered inside and out. Just an incredible amount of time and material involved.
@@davidmadison1087 Check out our online class at abundancebuild.com (40% for a limited time.) We show you our cost saving methods to build for $5 per square foot with far less materials and processes involved. Abundacrete is great for the climate in the Philippines!
typhoon. your exterior needs to be able to withstand flying debris (they always use a random 2x4 as the debris example) at the highest speed range the typhoons in your area achieve
I have contact in Phillipines (Loakan Proper region of Baguio City) Aprils Community Ventures. Promising Paralegal. She is looking to further such community projects as low cost housing, rainwater - coconut carbon filter, solar islanding- individuals, local implementations seem rigid and unimaginative? Unless maybe Manila and Deep southern regions. The shipping and pricing seems beyond outrageous for building with anything less than locally available materials. Try the Dustcrete infilling with Lime Plaster. Seems bamboo superstructure/pole beam more likely to get local interest and approvals.
This looks exciting. The amount of unusual required equipment (mixer, foamer, shredder, etc) as well as workspace looks daunting compared to stick built. It's kinda hard to start small, experiment, learn, and then expand.
Your video production capabilities are greatly appreciated. It makes it easier to quickly understand what is happening. Actually, you go a little too fast sometimes. But RUclips has a couple of fixes for that. Anyway, I have been thinking on the StyroAirCrete for the last 24 hours after watching this video. And here is an idea/suggestion that came to me which I think could be worthwhile: Incorporate insulated glass block into your walls. What do you think of that? I mean, you have done great amounts of proof-of-concept already. So I figure you would have valuable suggestions/remarks about this. And thanks for the great content.👍
awesome. I'm always hesitant to try this kind of stuff, but am worried about microplastics leeching into ky immediate environment and causing harm. how do you seal all styrofoam for this? is that what 'stucco' does?
Hi Stephen to say the least have felt incredibly blessed to been exposed to your videos, planning on constructing with Styrofoam air Crete in the coming months. Look forward to future updates and engineering stamps!!
I see some comments of people who can't believe this can be done... 1st. Cost wise. 2nd. Labor wise. 3rd. all else wise. They should take the time to research and see that this is 100% valid and doable. I know it is hard to get out of their 'bubble' to look at what the rest of the world is doing. Shameful! Thank you for this video! I am looking for options to build an off-grid homestead. Your video is very detailed and helpful!
@@jeanhanner9407 Thank you! I think a lot of people window shop and don't watch the whole video. We are working on more shorter videos to help teach those people too 😁
@@AbundanceBuild You are doing awesome. I love that you do include saying.. we are trying this.. let's see how it holds up (sorta thing). This video has really relieved a lot of my anxiety and given me a lot of options I wasn't considering btw. Also.... they also forget that this structure is not for a home.. is for a shed. I will look at your other videos too.. I have a lot to catch up to! Sensei... maybe I will contact you later when we do start our project!
@@jeanhanner9407 Haha! Thank you! We are here to help every step of the way! We are very confident in the strength of the material for a house; you'll see the 2 story workshop which is over 4 years old (with no frame in the wall) and holding up great 👍
As a self proclaimed tinker .Id love to have worked on this with you .just watching your video im going to turn my old electric lawn mower into a garden shredder for the composter . love the design as im in a snow area and we tend to have to remove snow from some of our shed roofs .Good job !! enjoy your problem solving .
Wow, that's incredible. The roof looks so good I thought it was metal before you got to that part. Thanks so much for sharing this technique and information.
Been following along since the beginning. Patiently waiting for an update or showing how the roof copes with winter weather. Your styroaircrete placing method is sort of like a slip form. I’m curious if you could simply use the inner form and tool the styroaircrete from the outside by screeding along the arch form. Maybe do short lifts of a foot or so where the arch is more vertical?
Very good presentation. Lot of know-how, experimentation and hard work! I especially appreciate your concise, fact-filled voice-over. Not sure where you live, but probably some municipalities would be a pain about building codes.
Thank you! Yes we are trying to get general approvals for people to use but ultimately you have to build where the government treats you best. Subscribe for new bigger builds coming soon!
I cannot wait 'til you start droppin' more videos and content. I love your stuff, man. You're going to change the world with learning how to perfect your building methodolgies.
I have been following your building progress. I love the shed that you have made. Thank you for doing this and I am thrilled to hear that you are doing an e-course for this method.
For you , where you live , it cost you 1600 dollars . The majority of us don't have the knowledge experience and significant tools with the space and outbuildings to do all this . I am very intrigued by this method as it seems very versatile . The cost would be much more for me out here in California but still far cheaper than other ways that are as sound as this . This building is not the same as corrugated metal one assembled with sheetmetal screws . It's like a work of art . Thanks for showing us this method of building and giving good explanations of as you go through the process .
You're welcome! California may have some regulatory costs but we are making the machines tools and process cheaper and easier! Subscribe to be notified!
Metal roofing panel are cut to custom sizes and can be manipulated to achieve the desired curvature. A lot easier to make larger panels as well as assembling and disassembling them. Because the panels overlap every 3 feet, you can make a perfectly round mold. Your sharing is appreciated, thank you sir!
The end result looks very acceptable, long been a fan of the Gothic arch and built a few. Thank you for sharing your efforts and findings with us of similar interests.
Thank you for this wonderful display. I watched it over 20 times and soon I will start the project according to your instructions. I wish you all the best .
@@jeffreystephens2658 That's why we do this! Check out our online class if you want the full process step by step at $5 per square foot! abundancebuild.com
@@brokenrecord3523 So far everyone who has tried has been approved as long as "there is a frame in the wall." If the Abundacrete is for insulation and not considered structural, no issues
Working on apartments as a carpenter here in Texas, they use a lot of stucco finish. For the final stucco coat lots of guys use a texture gun and hopper like drywall finishers use indoors for texturing drywall. Nothing fancy and just a normal size compressor used for just one texture gun. As for the brown and scratch coat they used the normal trowel technique.
With the old time plasterers, they would put a pigment right in the last coat of mortar and it would never need painting at all. You could get almost any color. Also, they could finish it such that it would look like a mirror finish, like a fine automotive lacquer paint job, if that was what was desired.
@@AbundanceBuild When I helped render, in Australia, once it was tinted...you better LOVE that color as there is no painting over it....just a consideration.
Pretty cool build. Will the arched framing be load bearing after all the cement work cures? If the wood were to rot out, would the structure still stand?
The wood is just to provide the shape. The fiberglass shell provides the strength of the building. We treat the wood to prevent mold but if the wood did entirely rot out it would not affect the strength of the build!
@rabidroco yes we did that on the third building we built but found it to not be as easy as it seems. The form requires a lot of bracing to hold it's shape
Ever since I first saw earthbag, rammed earth and later aircrete domes I've wondered about using a metal sprayer to coat the outside with aluminum. I'm not sure the ideal thickness for such an aluminum shell, but it would be pretty weather resistant and there would be lots of options for finishing it.
It came out awesome great work!! A labor intensive way to build that’s for sure! Seem to have many benefits especially the cost and ability to recycle so many materials.
the pretty look of this "stone tent" made me thinking about planting grass and flowers on it. if i ever do such a goodlooking shed which could also be the entrance to a cellar for vegetables or so..
Cool idea! There is a company called Respyre thar makes biophlilic cement that can grow plants. They never got back with us but maybe you could get in touch!
This seems extremely labor and time intensive. I love the idea of recycled materials but it needs to be simplified and scalable. Hopefully people can run with it and make improvements
Thanks for sharing. I think its great how you used the reclaimed & recycled materials the shape is very cool. old Europe Gothic church or even Buddhist temple....Love it. Your machines and innovation are admirable.
Most amazing build of a building I have seen in a long time. Thank you for sharing this as I am now trying to source the scrap styrofoam for a project like this. And I don't mind getting dirty to do this.
Congrats my friend You have done something that few can match. that is beside one great looking Garden Shed, you have taught us all what sharing information is really all about. from making foam to painting the roof. Can't thank you enough for putting me up at your house and inviting me to your table. You have inspired many like me, to get involved in this new wonderful and inexpensive way of building. Not easy to thank you enough, just don't have the words. We will soon begin with the first structure in Guatemala and I sure hope to have you and your wife here when its finally done. God Bless. Roberto
A good alternative way to "flatten" the walls is to take a combined approach, such as, digging a pit, and erecting a arch attec/roof on top. As a catch you could 1) save some materials for using a bond beam foundation vs a slab, 2) either double the usable space, or reduce the materials volume by scaling down the hight of the arch radius.
Hi, great work. I'm trying to understand where the A-frame ridges appeared from? At 10:57 the mesh goes on without any ridges in sight and then suddenly at 12:27 the ridges appear when doing the stucco? Thanks.
Very nice work on the project and putting the video together. Could I borrow some of your energy and time? Just bought one of those hand held Avanti HF hand held models. It was reasonably priced and I wasn't expecting much. But, man did it throw out the stain on a little project I had going. One day I hope to build an aircrete structure. Thanks for sharing.
Just a random thought here, if you held a live event super chat maybe their could be a chance to acquire funds to bankroll your styro crete pumper. I know I would ask you a question for 5 dollars or you could start a RUclips membership for 5 dollars where we could get more detailed information on questions we may have, just something to throw out there to see if it sticks or not........
Hi, I've been following you for a while now and love the build . I was just wondering, a year later , could we see how the styrocrete is holding out? What your experience is? Waterproof proofing, any shrinkage / cracking issues. And any thoughts on if you had to do it again , is there anything you would do differently, like, maybe thicker insulation and waterproofing?
Well the two-story workshop is now three years old and looks great! We do have a new Online Class that teaches our perfected methods: abundancebuild.com
great work , I love the low cost. Some people might strengthen the walls to floor slab by drilling the concrete slab and fit galvanised starter bars 18 inches long , as you fill the walls it will give that extra bit of lateral strength in case you get earthquakes. Same with the ridge joint , you could bend up galvanised rebar into a Vee shape and add them to strengthen the ridge peak , better a little too much than 1 % too little :)
Looks great. Is it possible to just make bricks or blocks out of the styrocrete and morter with the same. How thick would it need to be to be structurally sound?
Val you can but that is way more work than pouring it in place. Styro aircrete is not very strong so I would recommend you use wood trusses to add support strength.
Thank you for your educational videos, I really appreciate them! I have projects in the queue I want to use your system on. I have the electric mower, but still need the aircrete pump system, so I will get going on that. I want to learn to build trusses as you showed how, also.
Thanks! We did the work to discover easier ways to get this result so you don't have to do it the hard way haha! We compiled it in an online class at abundancebuild.com
I'm so excited about what you talkin about that it really rocks my boat, thank you! I appreciate that you're mortal like the rest of us and I willing to confess pitfalls that Can and do happen
@@AbundanceBuild Thanks. Didn't think of making ridge cap blocks. I just found 6:40 in part 2 of your build video that suggests it is a 2 piece construction. 😅
Do you have an itemized list of costs totaling the $1,600 build cost? 🤔 Obviously there would also be some prerequisites not included, such as the cement mixer. 😉
Hey Stephen....I have aspirations of possibly combining this technique with timber frame once I downsize and build my retirement home. I'm curious how you handle plumbing and electrical and what not? I'm enjoying your channel. Many thanks so far.
Man I'm so excited about this! I'm wanting to build a tiny house on wheels, and am unwilling to do it with lumber due to... Well a few things, skill and costs the primary concerns. But this seems relatively intuitive, low cost, and eco-friendly and super light weight, think you said roughly 8-10 lbs per cubic foot, right? The greatest barrier seems to be the actual production of the Styroair-crete itself, but even that seems to be well documented enough to be easily figured out. I wonder how well this would do in a hurricane or earthquake (driving a tiny home down the interstate can sometimes emulate those conditions), but can't exactly figure out a way to test it in those theoretical conditions. And if there are ways to increase the insulating properties, I know Aircrete generally has an R-value of 6 or so, so 3-4 inches would be enough for a small home, but with your experience it seems that Styroair-crete might have a lower r-value, is that accurate? I know you mentioned in another video about a gentleman from Guatemala coming by to learn, has there been any updates from him? Can't wait to see more people use Styroair-crete! Hope it takes off in the eco-friendly fields!
Thank you! We are so excited too - lots of big updates to share soon! So in your case I would be looking to make the mold aerodynamic like an airsteam. I believe if you do that, it should hold up well - but never been tested. There is a company called Hot Wire Foam Factory that makes super strong waterproof coatings that would be good for your project! Good luck! Subscribe for new builds coming soon!
@@AbundanceBuild I was actually already planning that in regards to the shape, and its super gratifying to see that you'd suggest the same! I'll definitely check hot wire foam factory out too, thank you!
@@AbundanceBuild Coming back to ask you another question, you're really the only expert I've found on this lol, hope you don't mind! But after a bit more armchair researching, I found that while Aircrete has great vertical strength but apparently doesn't have great horizontal strength, which I'm guessing is why so many Aircrete buildings are made arched or domed. Do you think adding the styrofoam, fiberglass mesh and trusses is enough that a tiny house on wheels would be safe against horizontal forces? I'm thinking about making a cage of steel as the trusses so it's super strong (and heavy 😭) and essentially getting Styroair-crete panels poured in place, with either rebar or chicken wire support. But wondering if I need to treat the Styroair-crete as cob and add more fiber or similar. My biggest concern is it'd be far too heavy and might crack in highway conditions. Obviously you can't have all the answers, just curious if you have any insight on the hyper specific question lol.
Steel cage is a good idea for strength. Should coat the steel with a layer or two to prevent corrosion before adding acidics like crete and stucco so the cage doesn't rust away within.
You have done a beautiful job with recycled offcuts! That frame must have taken you a lot of work. I wonder if it would be possible to excavate a foot or two or earth before construction so floor was slightly below ground level to give more height and make curving walls less of an issue (obviously would not be much good for a lawn mower!) Perhaps use the excavated earth to partially insulate sides. If it was retained with blocks they could act as a higher foundation. There would be a sweet spot before damp became too much of an issue I think.
Thanks for the tip! We are constantly trying to make the method easier, faster, and require less tools so we are not looking to excavate. Subscribe for new builds coming soon!
Thanks. Interesting. I have built my gothic arch shops, but they are mostly all plastic. I have been studyung aircrete, but this looks like the way to go. I wonder how you could incorporate acrylic panels into a portion of the roof to let light in.
This is great stuff! Around here, a hacked together wooden shed smaller than this costs $10k with no slab. I can see this being a big hit. How wet is your area of the world?
We are working on the method so you can build anything with it! We are in Alabama so wet and humid regularly haha. Subscribe for new builds coming soon!
It could also be built bigger to compensate for straight walls and a ceiling.The uneven and curved space behind the walls and attic could be insulated!
@11:00 we use Dryvit Primus to stick on the mesh and then a smooth finish coat , all in one motion. That stuff is TOUGH . Makes for a much stronger end product.
Yes it is highly insulative! watch our insulation test video for results ruclips.net/video/6U4JAop0dTY/видео.html . Subscribe for new builds coming soon!
Love you videos. Was any of the slab it styro aircrete or all just regular concrete? You have worked with concrete a lot, is there any kind of concrete you would reccomend?
Thank you! In our online class we give recipes including a slab recipe - abundancebuild.com . Try to find the best price type S, we used this: www.homedepot.com/p/94-lbs-Portland-Cement-65301065/324808041
Love the video - really smart way to build, shed will be durable as - some brilliant ideas communicated here. Subscribed, because it would be dumb not to.
@@AbundanceBuild I'm just trying to get up to speed on your older videos - the shredded polystyrene is smart - it's a problematic waste in so many industries. It always struck me there must be some good use for this "waste" material - now I know one. :-)
@@AbundanceBuild I have worked for Big Industry most of my life - I can't even estimate how much Styrofoam packaging we sent to fill over the years. It always bugged me that it had to have a second life value we were missing. This is a great use. Much respect to you for doing some ACTUAL environmentally useful work. The world needs more practical environmentalists like you - we have too many wafflers that do nothing useful apart from spout catch-phrases.
Awesome videos. I was thinking about building a vertical mixer. Basically a tractor pto auger with a pipe around the auger. All inside a 55 gallon drum. Intake on bottom, discharge at top. Once mixed, a chute could transport to wheel barrow. What do you think?
I wonder if filling the forms could be done with a smaller concrete pump.. like the Shotcrete pool builders use to feed their shotcrete sprayers. Wonder if you could home brew one? Since your mower shredder is amazing.
I wish I had more knowledge about building to code but I would love to build my next home in this gothic style using the styrofoam technique in south Alabama. Any guidance would be much appreciated. I plan on meeting with an architect locally to see if this is even possible.
Amy you need a Civil Engineer that is willing to put their PE(Professional engineering) stamp on the drawings when you build with an alternative building method. I hope to find one that will work with us who need building permits to build with.
@@AbundanceBuild that’s a huge help actually! I’ve got a friend I can show them to once I have some plans drawn up. I basically know the floor plan I want. It will consist of 3 buildings that will be connected for one 1800 sq ft home.
I’m retiring in the Philippines. This build in block walls and this A frame second floor would work. Even a knee block wall plus this build with a loft would be doable for farm stay house or hired staff house in the province.
@@shamanictechnologies Styrofoam is 98% air, very little plastic. It is deemed so safe that people eat off of it and drink from cups of it. When we encase each bead in cement then lock it behind inches of stucco there is virtually zero chance of off-gassing. Most off-gassing in homes comes from the formaldehyde in the cabinetry
You can make it work there! Just need to pour your slab thicker and increase wall thickness if you want more insulation. Subscribe for new builds coming soon!
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Hands down the best presentation I have seen yet on this subject! While the other guys are still experimenting with materials and processes, you demonstrate a proven process with all the details needed to replicate. Thank you very kindly, sir!
More builds coming soon! Stay tuned
RIGHT?? I am so excited finding THIS channel.
interesting. i collect stuff that gets thrown away from job sites. FRP's, lead covered drywall, 4x6's iron rods. i'm the guy that stacks the trash bin nicely, i stack in a way for those who come and recycle metal who do that for a living. the nuts and bolts and screws that get thrown away is sad. right now i'm a hop skip and a jump from your location, i'm in riverside. i move around in construction, and solar installation, seeing you using recycled parts gives me a warm feeling. *very interesting build*
Way to go! There is a lot of construction here and an unbelievable haul waiting in just about every dumpster 😁
You’re a person after my own heart.
Having built some masonry domes, I have found that just using pure Portland cement with no sand or aggregate is near water proof. Paint it on. Borrowed that from an NGO that used it to seal cisterns in Chile.
Wow thanks for the tip! Subscribe for new builds coming soon!
It's the issue of the Portland cement being bad for the environment too. Other options can be cheaper and better for the environment... although it may take a little bit more work.
@@myowndrummer3372 definitely the case. Found this info in an Australian book "Cement and Concrete for the Handyman" by "Domus" 1951. Lots of great info in this little book and highly recommended
Another great video, I have my StyroAirCrete house,
40’ x 32’ about 75% complete, in the dry with electrical, water and sewage rough connected. I have less than $17000.00 invested in it so far. Had to change a few ideas, but all in all it’s coming along great. I have done 98% by myself.
Thanks for sharing your ideas.
Chuck that is awesome! I love to hear this has inspired folks to tackle their own projects. I would love to hear what you have experienced in working with it. Email me at support@abundancebuild.com
I’d love to see how it turns out - let us know if you make a vid or post pics
Congrats, Chuck!
You're the man. I literally type in the search bar for videos like this and get nothing this good. So finally your video just popped up in my algorithm videos I might like..
Welcome in! We have more videos coming soon! You can check out our playlist for a start to finish on this build :)
I've been using this method ever since watching your garage build, and I absolutely love it! Made a 6x10 slab, small (14-16") retainer wall, and used a kids pool as a form to make a small in ground concrete pool for my dogs. I personally recommend using either recycled wire fencing, or anything thicker than chicken wire, in the center for reinforcement as the long term structural capacity is still in the air... but for anything non structural, this is the way to go! Saves a ton of money in materials!
My next project will be to pour my driveway with it to see how well it holds up.
That's awesome! Thanks for sharing! We are about to share some new findings - stay tuned!
@ThisGuysChannel
Don't use lime in the mix, the driveway will disintegrate.
I just LOVE & ADMIRE creative Humans....you, Sir, Are BRILLIANT.
I love it! It's so satisfying to realize how sturdy but at the same time light this building is! And the stuccoed walls and roof just please my eyes! Love it!
Thank you!
A great job of the recap of the whole project. Your work with this shed and your workshop are exceptionally informative and highly motivational. Thanks for all the clear information. I'm absolutely looking forward to your next project - and those of your followers should they share them with you. I have property in Montana with 40 below winters. I have a log cabin but will absolutely build with this method on the next project. I am also considering building with this system in the Philippines. From one extreme to the other!
Jason I am glad the videos have been helpful. Good luck with your projects.
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Hi Stephen,
I am a student at Rowan University in NJ researching Aircrete this semester. My team and I are working on a research project that will hopefully lead to an actual building of an aircrete home. Since you have so much knowledge in this field, I would love to find out if you would be willing to answer a few questions to help guide our research. Thanks so much!
Billyvoll I would love to talk to you about this. My email is support@abundancebuild.com
Exciting...Love your research project.
Love this build! You did a great job on this, especially those wood doors! I’m a woodworking enthusiast so I really appreciate your work on those. Thanks for the information as it was very helpful in my current deep dive on styrene cement building concepts!
Thank you! If you want the full deep dive we made an online class available at abundancebuild.com which provides our recipes, methods, spreadsheets for all material and tool costs, 3D plans, etc. You can build anything for $5 per square foot with our methods!
I'm retired in the Philippines and looking for alternative building methods. The traditional building here is a steel reinforced concrete post and beam system then closed in with hollow blocks filled with mortar then cement plastered inside and out. Just an incredible amount of time and material involved.
@@davidmadison1087 Check out our online class at abundancebuild.com (40% for a limited time.) We show you our cost saving methods to build for $5 per square foot with far less materials and processes involved. Abundacrete is great for the climate in the Philippines!
typhoon.
your exterior needs to be able to withstand flying debris (they always use a random 2x4 as the debris example) at the highest speed range the typhoons in your area achieve
@@honeybadgerisme right
I have contact in Phillipines (Loakan Proper region of Baguio City) Aprils Community Ventures.
Promising Paralegal.
She is looking to further such community projects as low cost housing, rainwater - coconut carbon filter, solar islanding- individuals, local implementations seem rigid and unimaginative? Unless maybe Manila and Deep southern regions.
The shipping and pricing seems beyond outrageous for building with anything less than locally available materials.
Try the Dustcrete infilling with Lime Plaster. Seems bamboo superstructure/pole beam more likely to get local interest and approvals.
@@dr123hall email support@abundancebuild.com
Brilliant to see the building finished, That's one sweet project Steve you should be proud mate. Thanks for sharing👍
Thank you!
This looks exciting. The amount of unusual required equipment (mixer, foamer, shredder, etc) as well as workspace looks daunting compared to stick built. It's kinda hard to start small, experiment, learn, and then expand.
We are making it simpler! Stay tuned for new builds!
Your video production capabilities are greatly appreciated. It makes it easier to quickly understand what is happening. Actually, you go a little too fast sometimes. But RUclips has a couple of fixes for that.
Anyway, I have been thinking on the StyroAirCrete for the last 24 hours after watching this video.
And here is an idea/suggestion that came to me which I think could be worthwhile: Incorporate insulated glass block into your walls.
What do you think of that? I mean, you have done great amounts of proof-of-concept already. So I figure you would have valuable suggestions/remarks about this.
And thanks for the great content.👍
That is a good idea, we will look into it! Subscribe for new builds coming soon!
Heya! I create art with those glass blocks as they have been deemed not Earthquake proof...Check in your areas but that is in B.C. Canada
awesome. I'm always hesitant to try this kind of stuff, but am worried about microplastics leeching into ky immediate environment and causing harm. how do you seal all styrofoam for this? is that what 'stucco' does?
@@Milkex Yes it's locked behind the stucco wall - plus Styrofoam is 98% air anyway minimal plastic
Very creative method! Thank you so much for sharing videos that explain your methodology.
@@ChimpsAI You're welcome! Stay tuned for bigger builds wrapping up soon. You can learn more at abundancebuild.com
Hi Stephen to say the least have felt incredibly blessed to been exposed to your videos, planning on constructing with Styrofoam air Crete in the coming months. Look forward to future updates and engineering stamps!!
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I see some comments of people who can't believe this can be done... 1st. Cost wise. 2nd. Labor wise. 3rd. all else wise. They should take the time to research and see that this is 100% valid and doable. I know it is hard to get out of their 'bubble' to look at what the rest of the world is doing. Shameful! Thank you for this video! I am looking for options to build an off-grid homestead. Your video is very detailed and helpful!
@@jeanhanner9407 Thank you! I think a lot of people window shop and don't watch the whole video. We are working on more shorter videos to help teach those people too 😁
@@AbundanceBuild You are doing awesome. I love that you do include saying.. we are trying this.. let's see how it holds up (sorta thing). This video has really relieved a lot of my anxiety and given me a lot of options I wasn't considering btw. Also.... they also forget that this structure is not for a home.. is for a shed. I will look at your other videos too.. I have a lot to catch up to! Sensei... maybe I will contact you later when we do start our project!
@@jeanhanner9407 Haha! Thank you! We are here to help every step of the way! We are very confident in the strength of the material for a house; you'll see the 2 story workshop which is over 4 years old (with no frame in the wall) and holding up great 👍
A lot of them seem to follow the pattern: "It can't be done because I don't want to take the time to do it."
@@brokenrecord3523 Excuses?
As a self proclaimed tinker .Id love to have worked on this with you .just watching your video im going to turn my old electric lawn mower into a garden shredder for the composter . love the design as im in a snow area and we tend to have to remove snow from some of our shed roofs .Good job !! enjoy your problem solving .
Thank you! We just finished compiling all of our research into an online class! Check it out at: abundancebuild.com
Wow, that's incredible. The roof looks so good I thought it was metal before you got to that part. Thanks so much for sharing this technique and information.
You're welcome! If you'd like to learn step by step how to make buildings like these check out our online class: abundancebuild.com
Been following along since the beginning. Patiently waiting for an update or showing how the roof copes with winter weather. Your styroaircrete placing method is sort of like a slip form. I’m curious if you could simply use the inner form and tool the styroaircrete from the outside by screeding along the arch form. Maybe do short lifts of a foot or so where the arch is more vertical?
Good idea! Thanks for following the journey! We have a new build video coming soon with some different methods
Very good presentation. Lot of know-how, experimentation and hard work! I especially appreciate your concise, fact-filled voice-over. Not sure where you live, but probably some municipalities would be a pain about building codes.
Thank you! Yes we are trying to get general approvals for people to use but ultimately you have to build where the government treats you best. Subscribe for new bigger builds coming soon!
I cannot wait 'til you start droppin' more videos and content. I love your stuff, man. You're going to change the world with learning how to perfect your building methodolgies.
Thank you! We are so excited to share what we have been working on; the goal is to be world changing!
I just found the channel & haven't stopped watching....Love eco-friendly, creative Humans.
greatly enjoy watching your videos and seeing the progress you've made in comparison to others. thanks
Thanks for watching!
I have been following your building progress. I love the shed that you have made. Thank you for doing this and I am thrilled to hear that you are doing an e-course for this method.
You're welcome! New bigger builds coming soon!
Super cool. Its really awesome to see where youve taken this from your first video to here. Congratulations on all your achievements
Thank you! We are just getting started!
For you , where you live , it cost you 1600 dollars . The majority of us don't have the knowledge experience and significant tools with the space and outbuildings to do all this .
I am very intrigued by this method as it seems very versatile . The cost would be much more for me out here in California but still far cheaper than other ways that are as sound as this . This building is not the same as corrugated metal one assembled with sheetmetal screws . It's like a work of art . Thanks for showing us this method of building and giving good explanations of as you go through the process .
You're welcome! California may have some regulatory costs but we are making the machines tools and process cheaper and easier! Subscribe to be notified!
Metal roofing panel are cut to custom sizes and can be manipulated to achieve the desired curvature. A lot easier to make larger panels as well as assembling and disassembling them. Because the panels overlap every 3 feet, you can make a perfectly round mold. Your sharing is appreciated, thank you sir!
Good idea!
The end result looks very acceptable, long been a fan of the Gothic arch and built a few.
Thank you for sharing your efforts and findings with us of similar interests.
Thanks! New builds coming soon!
Thank you for this wonderful display. I watched it over 20 times and soon I will start the project according to your instructions. I wish you all the best .
Fantastic! You can do it! We have updates coming soon - subscribe to be notified!
This gives me hope of some day owning a home.
@@jeffreystephens2658 That's why we do this! Check out our online class if you want the full process step by step at $5 per square foot! abundancebuild.com
Unfortunately, building codes (for houses) are a long way from catching up to these construction methods, but if you're sneaky...
@@brokenrecord3523 So far everyone who has tried has been approved as long as "there is a frame in the wall." If the Abundacrete is for insulation and not considered structural, no issues
Keep building and videoing!
Stay tuned!
Working on apartments as a carpenter here in Texas, they use a lot of stucco finish. For the final stucco coat lots of guys use a texture gun and hopper like drywall finishers use indoors for texturing drywall. Nothing fancy and just a normal size compressor used for just one texture gun. As for the brown and scratch coat they used the normal trowel technique.
Thanks for sharing this tip! We are working on updating the final coat! Subscribe for new builds coming soon!
I like the higher wall design a lot. Looking forward to seeing your next builds!
Coming soon!
I'm super impressed with the resourcefulness of this! Thanks for sharing. And congratulations on a great result!
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With the old time plasterers, they would put a pigment right in the last coat of mortar and it would never need painting at all. You could get almost any color. Also, they could finish it such that it would look like a mirror finish, like a fine automotive lacquer paint job, if that was what was desired.
maybe the lead helped with that
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@@AbundanceBuild When I helped render, in Australia, once it was tinted...you better LOVE that color as there is no painting over it....just a consideration.
Pretty cool build. Will the arched framing be load bearing after all the cement work cures? If the wood were to rot out, would the structure still stand?
The wood is just to provide the shape. The fiberglass shell provides the strength of the building. We treat the wood to prevent mold but if the wood did entirely rot out it would not affect the strength of the build!
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@@AbundanceBuild could you of just as easily built temporary forms instead of the framing and removed them once the walls set?
@rabidroco yes we did that on the third building we built but found it to not be as easy as it seems. The form requires a lot of bracing to hold it's shape
Really enjoyed your journey with styrocrete. Again, thanks.
More builds coming soon!
Ever since I first saw earthbag, rammed earth and later aircrete domes I've wondered about using a metal sprayer to coat the outside with aluminum. I'm not sure the ideal thickness for such an aluminum shell, but it would be pretty weather resistant and there would be lots of options for finishing it.
Interesting idea! I wonder about the cost of aluminum compared to stucco? We are testing a self-healing stucco formula now! Subscribe to be notified!
Maybe an aluminum powder mix into a thin layer of stucco, then heat blasted to melt the outer aluminum together.
It came out awesome great work!! A labor intensive way to build that’s for sure! Seem to have many benefits especially the cost and ability to recycle so many materials.
Thank you! We are making ti easier to replicate!
the pretty look of this "stone tent"
made me thinking about planting grass and flowers on it.
if i ever do such a goodlooking shed which could also be the entrance to a cellar for vegetables or so..
Cool idea! There is a company called Respyre thar makes biophlilic cement that can grow plants. They never got back with us but maybe you could get in touch!
This seems extremely labor and time intensive. I love the idea of recycled materials but it needs to be simplified and scalable. Hopefully people can run with it and make improvements
We have the simplified scalable solution now! Coming in an e-course very soon!
Very Nice! We look forward to the next project!
Thank you!
Thanks for sharing. I think its great how you used the reclaimed & recycled materials the shape is very cool. old Europe Gothic church or even Buddhist temple....Love it. Your machines and innovation are admirable.
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Most amazing build of a building I have seen in a long time. Thank you for sharing this as I am now trying to source the scrap styrofoam for a project like this. And I don't mind getting dirty to do this.
If you don't want to get dirty we discovered a stucco free way to do it too! Check out our Online Class at abundancebuild.com
Congrats my friend
You have done something that few can match. that is beside one great looking Garden Shed, you have taught us all what sharing information is really all about.
from making foam to painting the roof. Can't thank you enough for putting me up at your house and inviting me to your table.
You have inspired many like me, to get involved in this new wonderful and inexpensive way of building.
Not easy to thank you enough, just don't have the words.
We will soon begin with the first structure in Guatemala and I sure hope to have you and your wife here when its finally done.
God Bless.
Roberto
Roberto thank you for confidence. I look forward to coming to see you all there. Lets get some Abundacrete homes up there!
@@AbundanceBuild sounds like a great opportunity to get things moving
Oh WOW that's beautiful!! I'd bet the thermal properties are so much better that metal and wood exterior siding.
Yes for sure! It's R 3.2 per inch
A good alternative way to "flatten" the walls is to take a combined approach, such as, digging a pit, and erecting a arch attec/roof on top. As a catch you could 1) save some materials for using a bond beam foundation vs a slab, 2) either double the usable space, or reduce the materials volume by scaling down the hight of the arch radius.
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Thank you for recapping the project! This is wonderful.
You're welcome!
I watched your lawnmower/shredder video... genius!!
Thank you!
Excellent video, very well done, the shed turned out great!
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Hi, great work. I'm trying to understand where the A-frame ridges appeared from? At 10:57 the mesh goes on without any ridges in sight and then suddenly at 12:27 the ridges appear when doing the stucco? Thanks.
It is an aesthetic trim that was cut witha hotwire cutter! I'll make a video about it soon! Subscribe to be notified!
greetings from Estonia!
Looks good! well done!
Greetings! Thank you!
Awesome build. Very creative. Thank you for sharing!
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Love this! Here for the aesthetics, stayed for everything else 👍👍 So, do I understand correctly that the external ribs are also styrofoam moulding?
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Wow that’s really nice and I’m very impressed! Awesome job Sir
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Wow that’s a lot of work! Impressive project.
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Very nice work on the project and putting the video together. Could I borrow some of your energy and time? Just bought one of those hand held Avanti HF hand held models. It was reasonably priced and I wasn't expecting much. But, man did it throw out the stain on a little project I had going. One day I hope to build an aircrete structure. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you! Maybe we will build something together one day! We are planning our first workshop in July if all goes well
Just a random thought here, if you held a live event super chat maybe their could be a chance to acquire funds to bankroll your styro crete pumper. I know I would ask you a question for 5 dollars or you could start a RUclips membership for 5 dollars where we could get more detailed information on questions we may have, just something to throw out there to see if it sticks or not........
Working on it! Stay tuned!
Hi, I've been following you for a while now and love the build . I was just wondering, a year later , could we see how the styrocrete is holding out? What your experience is? Waterproof proofing, any shrinkage / cracking issues. And any thoughts on if you had to do it again , is there anything you would do differently, like, maybe thicker insulation and waterproofing?
Well the two-story workshop is now three years old and looks great! We do have a new Online Class that teaches our perfected methods: abundancebuild.com
great work , I love the low cost.
Some people might strengthen the walls to floor slab by drilling the concrete slab and fit galvanised starter bars 18 inches long , as you fill the walls it will give that extra bit of lateral strength in case you get earthquakes.
Same with the ridge joint , you could bend up galvanised rebar into a Vee shape and add them to strengthen the ridge peak , better a little too much than 1 % too little :)
Good thinking!
Yep....I am thinking Aluminum for my Houseboat.
Looks great. Is it possible to just make bricks or blocks out of the styrocrete and morter with the same. How thick would it need to be to be structurally sound?
Val you can but that is way more work than pouring it in place. Styro aircrete is not very strong so I would recommend you use wood trusses to add support strength.
Beyond excellent…. Terrific idea , with inslab heat you would have a great structure for colder climates 🤠👍
Thank you! Yes it is super insulated! Subscribe for new builds coming soon!
Thank you for your educational videos, I really appreciate them! I have projects in the queue I want to use your system on. I have the electric mower, but still need the aircrete pump system, so I will get going on that. I want to learn to build trusses as you showed how, also.
You can do it! We have a new recipe with no foam. Stay tuned!
What a great presentation; what a lot of work
Thanks! We did the work to discover easier ways to get this result so you don't have to do it the hard way haha! We compiled it in an online class at abundancebuild.com
Wow! Best bow roof shed I've seen. You've thought of everything!
Thank you! We made an online class showing you step-by-step how to make these buildings! check it out at: abundancebuild.com
Another great project with excellent overview. You're super inspirational for alternative building techniques/materials. Thanks again.
Thanks Andrew! New builds coming soon!
I'm so excited about what you talkin about that it really rocks my boat, thank you!
I appreciate that you're mortal like the rest of us and I willing to confess pitfalls that Can and do happen
We are all working on this solution together! Thanks for your support!
Beautiful . I learned a lot . Thank you for making this video . Watching from Puerto Rico .
@@amauryscrazyrealityshow827 thank you!
How do you do the pour to close the last gap at the top of arch? Do you need to ridge cap?
Yes we use a ridge cap mold! Subscribe for new builds coming soon!
@@AbundanceBuild Thanks. Didn't think of making ridge cap blocks.
I just found 6:40 in part 2 of your build video that suggests it is a 2 piece construction. 😅
Do you have an itemized list of costs totaling the $1,600 build cost? 🤔
Obviously there would also be some prerequisites not included, such as the cement mixer. 😉
Yes Stephen lists it at the end of this video. Also free at abundancebuild.com
Hey Stephen....I have aspirations of possibly combining this technique with timber frame once I downsize and build my retirement home. I'm curious how you handle plumbing and electrical and what not? I'm enjoying your channel. Many thanks so far.
Thank you! We are covering those topics more in next build coming soon - stay tuned!
Love this construction method. Using polystyrene that would otherwise end up in landfill
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@@AbundanceBuild I have already
I like the fact you give people IDEAS ..." What if"...!!!???
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@@AbundanceBuild Already did about a year ago! :>)
Man I'm so excited about this! I'm wanting to build a tiny house on wheels, and am unwilling to do it with lumber due to... Well a few things, skill and costs the primary concerns. But this seems relatively intuitive, low cost, and eco-friendly and super light weight, think you said roughly 8-10 lbs per cubic foot, right? The greatest barrier seems to be the actual production of the Styroair-crete itself, but even that seems to be well documented enough to be easily figured out.
I wonder how well this would do in a hurricane or earthquake (driving a tiny home down the interstate can sometimes emulate those conditions), but can't exactly figure out a way to test it in those theoretical conditions. And if there are ways to increase the insulating properties, I know Aircrete generally has an R-value of 6 or so, so 3-4 inches would be enough for a small home, but with your experience it seems that Styroair-crete might have a lower r-value, is that accurate?
I know you mentioned in another video about a gentleman from Guatemala coming by to learn, has there been any updates from him?
Can't wait to see more people use Styroair-crete! Hope it takes off in the eco-friendly fields!
Thank you! We are so excited too - lots of big updates to share soon! So in your case I would be looking to make the mold aerodynamic like an airsteam. I believe if you do that, it should hold up well - but never been tested. There is a company called Hot Wire Foam Factory that makes super strong waterproof coatings that would be good for your project! Good luck! Subscribe for new builds coming soon!
@@AbundanceBuild I was actually already planning that in regards to the shape, and its super gratifying to see that you'd suggest the same! I'll definitely check hot wire foam factory out too, thank you!
You're welcome!
@@AbundanceBuild Coming back to ask you another question, you're really the only expert I've found on this lol, hope you don't mind!
But after a bit more armchair researching, I found that while Aircrete has great vertical strength but apparently doesn't have great horizontal strength, which I'm guessing is why so many Aircrete buildings are made arched or domed. Do you think adding the styrofoam, fiberglass mesh and trusses is enough that a tiny house on wheels would be safe against horizontal forces?
I'm thinking about making a cage of steel as the trusses so it's super strong (and heavy 😭) and essentially getting Styroair-crete panels poured in place, with either rebar or chicken wire support. But wondering if I need to treat the Styroair-crete as cob and add more fiber or similar. My biggest concern is it'd be far too heavy and might crack in highway conditions.
Obviously you can't have all the answers, just curious if you have any insight on the hyper specific question lol.
Steel cage is a good idea for strength. Should coat the steel with a layer or two to prevent corrosion before adding acidics like crete and stucco so the cage doesn't rust away within.
Great Job!!!! Love it!!!
Thank you!
set up a patreon so we can fund your continued research.
Working on a donate button in RUclips. Stay tuned for new builds!
@@AbundanceBuild youtube takes like 40% of donations if I remember correctly.
You're right! So we set up a donate button through PayPal on on website abundancebuild.com
Stephen that looks great!
Thank you!
That is an awesome way to build. Great videos.
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You have done a beautiful job with recycled offcuts! That frame must have taken you a lot of work. I wonder if it would be possible to excavate a foot or two or earth before construction so floor was slightly below ground level to give more height and make curving walls less of an issue (obviously would not be much good for a lawn mower!) Perhaps use the excavated earth to partially insulate sides. If it was retained with blocks they could act as a higher foundation. There would be a sweet spot before damp became too much of an issue I think.
>>I wonder if it would be possible to excavate a foot or two or earth before construction so floor was slightly below ground level
Thanks for the tip! We are constantly trying to make the method easier, faster, and require less tools so we are not looking to excavate. Subscribe for new builds coming soon!
Thanks. Interesting. I have built my gothic arch shops, but they are mostly all plastic. I have been studyung aircrete, but this looks like the way to go. I wonder how you could incorporate acrylic panels into a portion of the roof to let light in.
Good thinking we will consider for future builds
This is great stuff! Around here, a hacked together wooden shed smaller than this costs $10k with no slab. I can see this being a big hit. How wet is your area of the world?
We are working on the method so you can build anything with it! We are in Alabama so wet and humid regularly haha. Subscribe for new builds coming soon!
It could also be built bigger to compensate for straight walls and a ceiling.The uneven and curved space behind the walls and attic could be insulated!
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@11:00 we use Dryvit Primus to stick on the mesh and then a smooth finish coat , all in one motion.
That stuff is TOUGH .
Makes for a much stronger end product.
Thanks for the tip! We will look into it!
Great job, such a brilliant concept. Do you find that the sytrofoam acts as insulation and therefore the temperature in the shed is stable?
Yes it is highly insulative! watch our insulation test video for results ruclips.net/video/6U4JAop0dTY/видео.html . Subscribe for new builds coming soon!
Love you videos. Was any of the slab it styro aircrete or all just regular concrete? You have worked with concrete a lot, is there any kind of concrete you would reccomend?
Thank you! In our online class we give recipes including a slab recipe - abundancebuild.com . Try to find the best price type S, we used this: www.homedepot.com/p/94-lbs-Portland-Cement-65301065/324808041
Love the video - really smart way to build, shed will be durable as - some brilliant ideas communicated here. Subscribed, because it would be dumb not to.
Haha thanks James! We have some new bigger builds coming soon!
@@AbundanceBuild I'm just trying to get up to speed on your older videos - the shredded polystyrene is smart - it's a problematic waste in so many industries. It always struck me there must be some good use for this "waste" material - now I know one. :-)
Absolutely! It's maddening how much of it goes straight to the landfill!
@@AbundanceBuild I have worked for Big Industry most of my life - I can't even estimate how much Styrofoam packaging we sent to fill over the years. It always bugged me that it had to have a second life value we were missing. This is a great use. Much respect to you for doing some ACTUAL environmentally useful work. The world needs more practical environmentalists like you - we have too many wafflers that do nothing useful apart from spout catch-phrases.
very nice, just wondering where to get all that scrap styrofoam.
Your local greengrocer? That's where I get my free foam planter boxes.
Thank you! We recommend furniture stores and places that sell large appliances! Good luck! Subscribe for new builds coming soon!
Great tip!
Awesome videos. I was thinking about building a vertical mixer. Basically a tractor pto auger with a pipe around the auger. All inside a 55 gallon drum. Intake on bottom, discharge at top. Once mixed, a chute could transport to wheel barrow. What do you think?
That could be a lot of load unless you got a nice big tractor. It's usually better to work with gravity instead of against it.
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I love it. Thinking about building our forever home as soon we will become empty nesters.
Awesome! We are hosting our first workshop July 25-28th, would love to meet you there!
That would be to cool for school. Although impossible at this time as we’re looking at about a 5 to 6 year plan. Don’t count me out though…
How are the doors attached through that styrofoam and not cracking or sagging the trim?
Styrocrete covered with fiberglass mesh and stucco is incredibly strong! Subscribe for new builds coming soon!
I wonder if filling the forms could be done with a smaller concrete pump.. like the Shotcrete pool builders use to feed their shotcrete sprayers. Wonder if you could home brew one? Since your mower shredder is amazing.
Thanks for the tip! We looked into pumps but they were slower than our current technique. Stay tuned for new builds!
I wish I had more knowledge about building to code but I would love to build my next home in this gothic style using the styrofoam technique in south Alabama. Any guidance would be much appreciated. I plan on meeting with an architect locally to see if this is even possible.
Amy you need a Civil Engineer that is willing to put their PE(Professional engineering) stamp on the drawings when you build with an alternative building method. I hope to find one that will work with us who need building permits to build with.
@@AbundanceBuild that’s a huge help actually! I’ve got a friend I can show them to once I have some plans drawn up. I basically know the floor plan I want. It will consist of 3 buildings that will be connected for one 1800 sq ft home.
Impressed by the roof! Looks like it was a metal roof
Thanks! Just used foam trim to make that effect!
I’m retiring in the Philippines. This build in block walls and this A frame second floor would work. Even a knee block wall plus this build with a loft would be doable for farm stay house or hired staff house in the province.
Totally go for it! Subscribe for new builds coming soon! Enjoy your retirement :)
Looks great man, excellent work.
Thank you!
Amazing re using all that foam. Can you speak to any off gassing potential with building a home with this?
@@shamanictechnologies Styrofoam is 98% air, very little plastic. It is deemed so safe that people eat off of it and drink from cups of it. When we encase each bead in cement then lock it behind inches of stucco there is virtually zero chance of off-gassing. Most off-gassing in homes comes from the formaldehyde in the cabinetry
When you did the stuccoing, why didn’t you use thinset over the fiberglass? Much easier AND it added additional strength……
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I live in Maine we’re the ground freezes and thaws out . Would that work here ? Or would it crack ?
You can make it work there! Just need to pour your slab thicker and increase wall thickness if you want more insulation. Subscribe for new builds coming soon!
you are the ground freezes?
@@gg-gn3re and thaws out