Tour of Compressed Earth Block Home in Colorado
This owner/builder home was built in Castle Rock, CO in 2018 using compressed earth blocks as the primary wall system. The interior face of the earth block walls are finished with a lime wash, that was applied by the owners. The exterior of the wall contains Roxul insulation, mesh and a stucco finish. Heating and cooling system utilizes mini-splits and a wood-burning stove. Passive house design with south facing windows including clerestory windows into the upper loft area. This home is built to withstand the elements and test of time.
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I'm wondering the same sort of thing. We are considering building an earthen block home in Wyoming and I want to know how your home is doing with the cold Colorado climate. Is the home warming up enough with your heat source? I had heard the Cobb didn't end up cutting it in cold climates and one earthen block builder in Montana said they had to make two walls of the blocks with space between to allow for added cellulose insulation. I'm desperate to find someone that has lived through it to help me know the real facts.
Hello I think the house looks great. Wondering how you equalize the temp through the home? Also did you make your brick or buy it?