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Sustainable Materials

Natural building with Hempcrete

Natural building with hempcrete involves using a mixture of hemp fibers, lime binder, and water to create a sustainable and eco-friendly construction material. It offers excellent thermal performance, is breathable, and has a low carbon footprint. Buildings constructed with hempcrete provide superior insulation, promoting energy efficiency and a healthy indoor environment. These advantages make it increasingly popular among advocates of green architecture and sustainable design.

Many applications

Hempcrete can be applied in wooden, steel, or concrete structures or even in existing buildings, but it particularly complements wooden buildings, which are the most common and environmentally friendly choice.

Why Hempcrete?

Sustainability

Hempcrete is an eco-friendly material made from a renewable resource—hemp. Hemp grows quickly and requires minimal water, pesticides, and fertilizers compared to other crops used in construction materials. This sustainable sourcing reduces the environmental impact associated with building materials.

Carbon Negative

One of the most compelling features of hempcrete is its ability to sequester carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. The hemp used in hempcrete absorbs CO2 during its growth, and this carbon remains locked within the material after construction, making hempcrete carbon negative over its lifecycle.

Excellent Insulation

Hempcrete provides superior insulation properties, regulating indoor temperatures by retaining heat in winter and keeping interiors cool in summer. This natural insulation can significantly reduce energy consumption for heating and cooling, leading to lower energy bills and reduced carbon emissions.

Lightweight and Durable

Hempcrete blocks are lightweight, making them easier and more cost-effective to transport, handle, and install on-site. The reduced weight also means that less structural support is required, potentially lowering overall construction costs.

Fire and Pest Resistant

Hempcrete exhibits excellent fire resistance due to its mineral-based composition. It is also naturally resistant to pests, molds, and mildew, contributing to healthier indoor environments and minimizing the need for chemical treatments.

Breathability and Moisture Regulation

Hempcrete is breathable, allowing moisture to pass through without compromising its structural integrity. This breathability helps regulate indoor humidity levels, preventing issues like condensation and mold growth commonly associated with conventional building materials.

Non-Toxic and Healthy

Hempcrete is free from harmful chemicals and volatile organic compounds (VOCs), improving indoor air quality and promoting occupant health. Unlike some paints and spray foam insulations that can emit toxins over time, hempcrete with a natural lime plaster creates a healthier living or working environment.

Materials used in Hempcrete:

• Hemp Hurds: The key ingredient in hempcrete is the inner woody core of the hemp plant, known as hemp hurds or shives. Hemp hurds are lightweight, highly insulating, and have good moisture-regulating properties.

• Lime Binder: The hemp hurds are mixed with a lime-based binder (typically hydraulic lime or hydrated lime) and water. Lime acts as the binding agent that holds the hemp fibers together, creating a solid yet breathable composite material.