Install Earthen, Cob Floor | Earthbag Construction | Weekly Peek Ep35

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How to/we install the Earthen, Cob Floor on Bryson's Earth Bag Bedroom
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[@59seank]

I feel better about the world when I watch your videos. It's great to see a loving family working together.

[@stephenmillett8174]

59seank i

[@J0rd4nBr0]

very interesting. I am a builder in New Zealand, and I love watching different building styles and methods from around the world, just to see how different we build. This is the first time I have ever seen anyone do a floor like this, and it really has me interested in finding out more. Practical, beautiful, sustainable, and cheap! Thank you very much for showing it. I have just subscribed.

[@Kindrid68]

Your Family has the most awesome dynamic. I love how all the children help with sass or anything, and you two are amazing parents. Keep up the great job of raising rooms and kids.

[@judithfenske2311]

nik gio cute.

[@jamespayne8781]

Not having kept up with your videos I’m going to assume you guys are a family. Way cool! Exceptional example of what family could be.

[@designdoctor247]

3:44 "It wasn't just me!" Garen is so humble. We watched the time lapse. It WAS just you. Smile 😃

[@designdoctor247]

And you guys made an amazing floor. Do u re stain every few years or is it a one and done project?

[@Keepingittocool]

thats cool. cant wait to see you guys and gals tackling the solar. there is so many ways you can go with it.

[@cazza1643]

You all are an amazing family!

[@BenTheThird]

That floor looks amazing.

[@butterflyonmywall6183]

who kept the dogs out! *wait for it* rolf! hilarious! great ending to my busy day! love watching mylittlehomestead. carry on team!

[@melindaoa8668]

What a beautiful room! I always enjoy your videos. Tfs.

[@ellee.9404]

My family is gonna buy some land in the future and we love your videos very family oriented! Great vids!

[@michellegrimm5487]

I think that's cool. Beautiful floor.

[@cheapdaddy99]

You guys are great and inspiring!

[@wallacemeoski2440]

Nice work guys!!!

[@sueashcraft7255]

I love to watch ya. Keep up the good work.

[@Cricket-el5ls]

Oh man this looks so nice ! ! I'm glad U mentioned about the wear & tear on the steps because I'll have 2 sets 2 work with & also the wax ! Thanks 4 Being so thorough explaining how U R doing it all ! Everyone is doing such a great job on this project ! !Love the music U'all added 2 the spotlight walk through ! Your videos R always enjoyable, informative & family oriented ! ! ! As usual, looking 4ward 2 the next one ! ! !

[@jamest.5001]

I have been wanting to do the same thing you guys are. but in north Carolina. its lots of work for one person though. it would be nice to have so much help. your work is awesome.

[@bigronxxxx]

i have watched all of the videos in this series and many others on your channel,the family does amazing work and you really seem to enjoy sharing all of your information and the whole family does it in a very entertaining way,all the best to you and yours

[@Grizz270]

what yall are doin aint normal and i like it

[@bbonsai691]

Man I love the SOUND OF TROWLING MUD. Bery Niiiiice.

[@prentisfort143]

Real good job. Everyone gets a 👍

[@Les__Mack]

Thanks for another great video! The linseed hardens as it dries?

[@user-bj2pt6ju8c]

amazing how to make

[@CarbonConscious]

Awesome work! I'm planning to do an earthen floor with about 40-50% biochar mixed in for humidity regulation. Do you guys have a good solution for a final finish for such a floor? The linseed oil would inhibit the breathability too much I reckon.

[@kenyasasa1187]

Good stuff very interesting..over the last few months ive discovered Cob construction which is very similar to what we have in villages in my native Kenya...I am really interested in modernizing this type of sustainable construction... amazing channel..thanks

[@mylittlehomestead]

+kenya sasa Go for it. Let us know how you are doing.

[@wulfclaw4921]

I just keep goin back thru these. Mostly to be sure that Gary got a snack ! Heheheheh..jus kiddin. I saw recently on the walls you all were goin with drywall mud as a topper. Did u do linseed oil and then drywall mud? One of your biggest fans, Wulfy

[@judithfenske2311]

Will weather stripping be used to block the wind 💨 from creeping under the front door? I can see sunlight peeking through.

[@KarenTaylor4kids]

Why aren't you using 1/10 cement? On all the information I have read it increases the durability and helps keep the moisture from building up after you skim the outside and inside?

[@Kindlycallmecarebear]

I think your family and your videos are so awesome! I look forward to your weekly peek. Please do a more detail specific cob mixing video. I live in the high desert like you, how much sifting do I really need to do with this gravely sand? What is this clay you mix in? Did I miss an earlier video? How fine must it be? Forgive me for so many questions! Love ya!

[@mylittlehomestead]

+Kari Colvin We constantly change how we make cob. lol. But, yes, we will go into more detail next time we video. Thanks for your comments! :)

[@roiad876]

how did you avoid the floor developing cracks?

[@homelessjoe]

super nice

[@jeanettewaverly2590]

Wow! You guys are smokin'!

[@AlexandreSilva-es2ey]

Acho muito maneiro essa forma de fazer casa .

[@gabbarpbo8226]

is that floor waterproof or we can make same outside of house i am from india we have heavy rainfall in season so plz help me out if anyone knows

[@RVBadlands2015]

What does the wax do after the linseed oil.

[@survivalbushcraftwithemelie]

Beautiful floor! :)

[@pezpermon]

I am from Slovakia and can not understand from the video, what is the last liquid on video, which is install on the floor, it was white like milk. I know like this penetration coat. Is it ?

[@clackdwack]

How is the wear on the floor after 7 years ??

[@KassyAnndra]

LOVE that floor! YurtGrrl💖🎪🎸

[@joselacera8716]

I love the design with the tiles the colors bring another dimension thank you for this video

[@sheafamily3]

Nifty!

[@TommyboyGTP]

Looks great! What are the building codes like where you are with this type of construction? Are permits required, or are there square footage limits before permits are needed?

[@Kindlycallmecarebear]

I'm going to guess that they live in an area where those types of questions are better left unasked. The open desert is like that. Wink, wink.

[@LindsayMeadDailyVlog]

According to Earthbag Building by Kaki Hunter and Donald Kiffmeyer: "Among a plethora of guidelines, rules, laws, ordinances and amendments, no specific standards exist for the use or application of alternative materials and methods. Wood framing, concrete, and steel are comprehensively covered in agonizing detail, yet there is no mention of [...] forms of building, like earthen arches, domes, vaults, or even common post and beam construction." They go on to site Section 104.2.8, which basically says that in this situation a building official may come in and approve the building at his/her discretion, as there is no straight up rules to follow. Given that, I'm with Kari on this. Don't ask, don't tell lol.

[@Twomidgetsonahorse]

OK , question on the linseed oil. I've seen some earthen floor installs that used Thompsons water seal. Was your use of the linseed oil vs Thompsons water seal based on price or chemical concerns or....? They both provide the same hardening factors to the earthen floors with the exception that Thompsons doesn't need to have the wax layer added. Any insight would be appreciated

[@mylittlehomestead]

+Twomidgetsonahorse hmmmm, that is interesting that Thompsons Water Seal hardens the floor. We have only ever used linseed oil. We may have to try that one out. Thanks for your comments :)

[@robertwomack3419]

No straw???

[@Gainerone]

Tucsonans?

[@kevinfinkel5536]

wouldn't it be easier to spray the linseed oil on the floor versus rollers?

[@mylittlehomestead]

+Kevin Finkel Probably, maybe like a Lawn & Garden sprayer? Good idea Kevin! :)

[@gutsandgrittv5076]

The texture seems not as smooth as I thought it would be.

[@feathersblack5942]

What sort of maintenance does that kind of floor require? You just sweep it or do you have to reapply anything later?

[@mylittlehomestead]

+Feathers Black Very little maintenance. Like you said, sweep and then occasional wax. You gave us an idea for another video showing all the floors we have done this way and how they hold up over the years. Thanks for your questions :)

[@REDCLAYHOMESTEAD]

I wanna see

[@lighthouserockpodcast3858]

I’m building a cob

[@blkboi79]

I need to go to bed! lol

[@christianslater191]

Okay so when is the next house coming

[@mylittlehomestead]

+Christian Slater Soon! We will be giving an update next week. Thanks for your interest! :)

[@tonyvr30]

do you apply the cob directly onto dirt

[@mylittlehomestead]

+Antonio Vázquez Try a crushed rock foundation. And lots of finger holes on top of lots of layers.

[@wildonemeister]

(only) peanuts! Protein! Hehehehe!

[@randypons]

Do you have interest in selling any of your extra pp tubing?

[@jefffoster6688]

what does the boiled linseed oil do for your floor... what happens to sock feet later when you walk on it?

[@mylittlehomestead]

+jeff foster linseed oil hardens the floor - after a few coats, dry time, and some wax, it is ready to walk on like any other floor.

[@fouroakfarm]

+mylittlehomestead Stinks to high heaven though!

[@Cricket-el5ls]

+Bike Man Dan Oh, But not as bad as polyurethane !

[@AnoNymous-2013]

it will seal the floor. that's it.

[@b_uppy]

Scrolling thru, thought the thumbnail was of a guy's balc head and someone superimposed over it...

[@arbonac]

What was the greatest of all of the expenses for this project?

[@mylittlehomestead]

The roof

[@simonsays5122]

Do you guys do workshops? Or come out and teach on someone else’s land?

[@heidiscorner485]

Who's room is that going to be for?

[@mylittlehomestead]

+4th Angel This one is Bryson's :)

[@beckiestirton4606]

on your "cob" why don't you use the straw as I normally see on videos?

[@mylittlehomestead]

+Beckie Stirton We use straw on walls when we don't mix cement.

[@wamboedna]

Sand or soil?

[@mylittlehomestead]

Both

[@steveadams4009]

Wonder what would happen if you used concrete sealer instead of linseed oil for your first coat?

[@garytucker5748]

add some bulls blood to the clay.

[@user-ej3ik2dy7k]

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[@moondog3040]

typo in the narration....7 gallons and $85 a can....is a one can 5 gallons or one can one gallon.....

[@mylittlehomestead]

+it could be me Sorry for the confusion....5 gal at 85 bucks

[@nesiansides7133]

Cute language lol 😍

[@rayuduraavan8187]

Come India in 4000 $ u can build entire earthen home

[@kyrylogrygorenko4141]

Hello! I have applied first coat of linseed oil on my clay/sand floor. It has been 3 weeks now and the floor still doesn't look like it is completely dry. Some parts are lighter than others. How would I know that it is time for the next layer? When I touch it it is dry and not sticky. Is it enough or should I wait when it becomes entirely lighter color? Please give me an advise. Thanks a lot!!!

[@mylittlehomestead]

Our application uses Linseed oil with several coats; as many as 3-5. We don't wait for the coats to dry completely before reapplication. The coats should begin to blend. Your moisture and humidity will affect dry times. I hope that helps.

[@kyrylogrygorenko4141]

Great! Thank you!!!

[@tiffany131188]

B do you have a GF and Bre Do you have a GF or BF

[@andiarrohnds5163]

sad reality-- only 0000.1% of americans are good quality people such as this family.

[@terricacoleman8412]

Andiar Rohnds yep I don't know the first thing about building a house.

[@alivingcreature]

nice work but annoying video.

[@suzanasuzi5112]

😊😅😮

[@koolaidkoresh]

i like these videos but i have to fast forward the annoying girl who introduces the video

[@MariaRodriguez-gc9jk]

Can you guys show us the work instead being starved for attention and get us to watch your nonsenses on your personal life?