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Paperback. Condizione: New. Second Edition. Beautiful, durable, non-toxic floors - made from the earth beneath your feetIf you're looking for a natural flooring option that is warm, breathable, and environmentally responsible, Earthen Floors, Second Edition shows you exactly how to design, install, and live with earthen floors that perform beautifully in modern homes.Fully revised and updated, this comprehensive, full-color guide combines time-tested techniques with modern best practices. Whether you're a natural builder, homeowner, architect, or contractor, you'll gain the confidence and technical clarity to work successfully with this ancient yet highly relevant building method.Why Earthen Floors? Earthen floors are more than an aesthetic choice. They are durable, low-impact, and free of synthetic toxins. When properly designed and installed, they regulate moisture, work beautifully with radiant heat systems, and age gracefully over time.Rather than presenting romanticized ideals, this edition draws on decades of hands-on experience to demystify every stage of the process - from raw materials to final finish.What You'll Gain Step-by-step guidance for mixing, pouring, leveling, burnishing, oiling, and sealingClear recipes and ratios for durable earthen floor mixesGuidance on subfloor insulation and vapor barrier optionsTechniques for integrating radiant heat and electric wire systemsCreative approaches including inlays, color washes, patterns, and alternative fibersUpdated tools, materials, and supplier resourcesIf you're looking for practical ways to reduce synthetic building materials while maintaining performance and longevity, this guide delivers grounded, experience-based instruction.Built for Modern Homes Earthen floors are not limited to off-grid cabins or experimental builds. This book demonstrates how natural flooring can integrate seamlessly into conventional construction, renovations, and contemporary design. Extensive case studies and photographs illustrate real-world applications across climates and building types - helping you make informed decisions based on evidence, not assumption.Written by Experienced Practitioners Sukita Reay Crimmel is the developer of Claylin, the first commercially available ready-made earthen floor product in North America, and is widely recognized as a leader in the modern earthen floor movement. With a background in environmental studies and architecture, she has helped shape contemporary best practices in natural flooring.James Thomson brings two decades of earth building experience, having led workshops and installations across the United States and internationally. His practical construction background and lived experience with earthen floors inform the technical clarity of this guide.Together, they combine field-tested expertise with a commitment to ecological building practices that work in real homes.Who This Book is For Natural builders seeking durable, low-toxicity flooring solutionsHomeowners planning new builds or renovationsArchitects. …

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Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. The essential guide to making, installing and living with beautiful, all-natural earthen floors now fully revised and updated.This full-colour guide includes complete step-by-step instructions for installing your own earthen floors as well as the history, use, and maintenance of this beautiful, durable, non-toxic flooring material. Updated to reflect current best practices, it is the only resource of its kind, widely recognised as an essential tool for anyone wanting to work with this beautiful and environmentally friendly construction method.From sourcing and processing raw materials to applying the final finish, each stage of this exciting technique is demystified. Topics include:The story of earthen floors through the ages and their role in modern green buildingTips and tools for site preparation, mixing, pouring, burnishing, sanding, oiling, sealing, and moreRecipes and ratios for the ideal earthen floor mix, subfloor insulation and vapour barrier options, and how to achieve the perfect pourBeyond the basics inlays, color washes, prints, patterns, alternative fibers, and other creative optionsRadiant heat, electric wire heated floors, and other improvements for cooler climatesUpdated resources section with suggestions for tool and material suppliers.Packed with new in-depth case studies and inspirational photographs, and drawing on the collective knowledge of the most qualified and experienced practitioners, Earthen Floors, Second Edition is a must-read for natural builders, homeowners, architects, contractors, and DIY enthusiasts. Richly illustrated in full-color, Earthen Floors, Second Edition covers step-by-step instructions for installing your own earthen floors, as well as the history, use, and maintenance of this beautiful, durable, non-toxic flooring material. Updated to reflect current best practices, this is the only resource of its kind. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. …

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Paperback. Condizione: New. Second Edition. Beautiful, durable, non-toxic floors - made from the earth beneath your feetIf you're looking for a natural flooring option that is warm, breathable, and environmentally responsible, Earthen Floors, Second Edition shows you exactly how to design, install, and live with earthen floors that perform beautifully in modern homes.Fully revised and updated, this comprehensive, full-color guide combines time-tested techniques with modern best practices. Whether you're a natural builder, homeowner, architect, or contractor, you'll gain the confidence and technical clarity to work successfully with this ancient yet highly relevant building method.Why Earthen Floors? Earthen floors are more than an aesthetic choice. They are durable, low-impact, and free of synthetic toxins. When properly designed and installed, they regulate moisture, work beautifully with radiant heat systems, and age gracefully over time.Rather than presenting romanticized ideals, this edition draws on decades of hands-on experience to demystify every stage of the process - from raw materials to final finish.What You'll Gain Step-by-step guidance for mixing, pouring, leveling, burnishing, oiling, and sealingClear recipes and ratios for durable earthen floor mixesGuidance on subfloor insulation and vapor barrier optionsTechniques for integrating radiant heat and electric wire systemsCreative approaches including inlays, color washes, patterns, and alternative fibersUpdated tools, materials, and supplier resourcesIf you're looking for practical ways to reduce synthetic building materials while maintaining performance and longevity, this guide delivers grounded, experience-based instruction.Built for Modern Homes Earthen floors are not limited to off-grid cabins or experimental builds. This book demonstrates how natural flooring can integrate seamlessly into conventional construction, renovations, and contemporary design. Extensive case studies and photographs illustrate real-world applications across climates and building types - helping you make informed decisions based on evidence, not assumption.Written by Experienced Practitioners Sukita Reay Crimmel is the developer of Claylin, the first commercially available ready-made earthen floor product in North America, and is widely recognized as a leader in the modern earthen floor movement. With a background in environmental studies and architecture, she has helped shape contemporary best practices in natural flooring.James Thomson brings two decades of earth building experience, having led workshops and installations across the United States and internationally. His practical construction background and lived experience with earthen floors inform the technical clarity of this guide.Together, they combine field-tested expertise with a commitment to ecological building practices that work in real homes.Who This Book is For Natural builders seeking durable, low-toxicity flooring solutionsHomeowners planning new builds or renovationsArchitects. …

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Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. The essential guide to making, installing and living with beautiful, all-natural earthen floors now fully revised and updated.This full-colour guide includes complete step-by-step instructions for installing your own earthen floors as well as the history, use, and maintenance of this beautiful, durable, non-toxic flooring material. Updated to reflect current best practices, it is the only resource of its kind, widely recognised as an essential tool for anyone wanting to work with this beautiful and environmentally friendly construction method.From sourcing and processing raw materials to applying the final finish, each stage of this exciting technique is demystified. Topics include:The story of earthen floors through the ages and their role in modern green buildingTips and tools for site preparation, mixing, pouring, burnishing, sanding, oiling, sealing, and moreRecipes and ratios for the ideal earthen floor mix, subfloor insulation and vapour barrier options, and how to achieve the perfect pourBeyond the basics inlays, color washes, prints, patterns, alternative fibers, and other creative optionsRadiant heat, electric wire heated floors, and other improvements for cooler climatesUpdated resources section with suggestions for tool and material suppliers.Packed with new in-depth case studies and inspirational photographs, and drawing on the collective knowledge of the most qualified and experienced practitioners, Earthen Floors, Second Edition is a must-read for natural builders, homeowners, architects, contractors, and DIY enthusiasts. Richly illustrated in full-color, Earthen Floors, Second Edition covers step-by-step instructions for installing your own earthen floors, as well as the history, use, and maintenance of this beautiful, durable, non-toxic flooring material. Updated to reflect current best practices, this is the only resource of its kind. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. …

Paperback. Condizione: New. Second Edition. Beautiful, durable, non-toxic floors - made from the earth beneath your feetIf you're looking for a natural flooring option that is warm, breathable, and environmentally responsible, Earthen Floors, Second Edition shows you exactly how to design, install, and live with earthen floors that perform beautifully in modern homes.Fully revised and updated, this comprehensive, full-color guide combines time-tested techniques with modern best practices. Whether you're a natural builder, homeowner, architect, or contractor, you'll gain the confidence and technical clarity to work successfully with this ancient yet highly relevant building method.Why Earthen Floors? Earthen floors are more than an aesthetic choice. They are durable, low-impact, and free of synthetic toxins. When properly designed and installed, they regulate moisture, work beautifully with radiant heat systems, and age gracefully over time.Rather than presenting romanticized ideals, this edition draws on decades of hands-on experience to demystify every stage of the process - from raw materials to final finish.What You'll Gain Step-by-step guidance for mixing, pouring, leveling, burnishing, oiling, and sealingClear recipes and ratios for durable earthen floor mixesGuidance on subfloor insulation and vapor barrier optionsTechniques for integrating radiant heat and electric wire systemsCreative approaches including inlays, color washes, patterns, and alternative fibersUpdated tools, materials, and supplier resourcesIf you're looking for practical ways to reduce synthetic building materials while maintaining performance and longevity, this guide delivers grounded, experience-based instruction.Built for Modern Homes Earthen floors are not limited to off-grid cabins or experimental builds. This book demonstrates how natural flooring can integrate seamlessly into conventional construction, renovations, and contemporary design. Extensive case studies and photographs illustrate real-world applications across climates and building types - helping you make informed decisions based on evidence, not assumption.Written by Experienced Practitioners Sukita Reay Crimmel is the developer of Claylin, the first commercially available ready-made earthen floor product in North America, and is widely recognized as a leader in the modern earthen floor movement. With a background in environmental studies and architecture, she has helped shape contemporary best practices in natural flooring.James Thomson brings two decades of earth building experience, having led workshops and installations across the United States and internationally. His practical construction background and lived experience with earthen floors inform the technical clarity of this guide.Together, they combine field-tested expertise with a commitment to ecological building practices that work in real homes.Who This Book is For Natural builders seeking durable, low-toxicity flooring solutionsHomeowners planning new builds or renovationsArchitects. …

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. The essential guide to making, installing and living with beautiful, all-natural earthen floors now fully revised and updated.This full-colour guide includes complete step-by-step instructions for installing your own earthen floors as well as the history, use, and maintenance of this beautiful, durable, non-toxic flooring material. Updated to reflect current best practices, it is the only resource of its kind, widely recognised as an essential tool for anyone wanting to work with this beautiful and environmentally friendly construction method.From sourcing and processing raw materials to applying the final finish, each stage of this exciting technique is demystified. Topics include:The story of earthen floors through the ages and their role in modern green buildingTips and tools for site preparation, mixing, pouring, burnishing, sanding, oiling, sealing, and moreRecipes and ratios for the ideal earthen floor mix, subfloor insulation and vapour barrier options, and how to achieve the perfect pourBeyond the basics inlays, color washes, prints, patterns, alternative fibers, and other creative optionsRadiant heat, electric wire heated floors, and other improvements for cooler climatesUpdated resources section with suggestions for tool and material suppliers.Packed with new in-depth case studies and inspirational photographs, and drawing on the collective knowledge of the most qualified and experienced practitioners, Earthen Floors, Second Edition is a must-read for natural builders, homeowners, architects, contractors, and DIY enthusiasts. Richly illustrated in full-color, Earthen Floors, Second Edition covers step-by-step instructions for installing your own earthen floors, as well as the history, use, and maintenance of this beautiful, durable, non-toxic flooring material. Updated to reflect current best practices, this is the only resource of its kind. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability. …

Paperback. Condizione: New. Second Edition. Beautiful, durable, non-toxic floors - made from the earth beneath your feetIf you're looking for a natural flooring option that is warm, breathable, and environmentally responsible, Earthen Floors, Second Edition shows you exactly how to design, install, and live with earthen floors that perform beautifully in modern homes.Fully revised and updated, this comprehensive, full-color guide combines time-tested techniques with modern best practices. Whether you're a natural builder, homeowner, architect, or contractor, you'll gain the confidence and technical clarity to work successfully with this ancient yet highly relevant building method.Why Earthen Floors? Earthen floors are more than an aesthetic choice. They are durable, low-impact, and free of synthetic toxins. When properly designed and installed, they regulate moisture, work beautifully with radiant heat systems, and age gracefully over time.Rather than presenting romanticized ideals, this edition draws on decades of hands-on experience to demystify every stage of the process - from raw materials to final finish.What You'll Gain Step-by-step guidance for mixing, pouring, leveling, burnishing, oiling, and sealingClear recipes and ratios for durable earthen floor mixesGuidance on subfloor insulation and vapor barrier optionsTechniques for integrating radiant heat and electric wire systemsCreative approaches including inlays, color washes, patterns, and alternative fibersUpdated tools, materials, and supplier resourcesIf you're looking for practical ways to reduce synthetic building materials while maintaining performance and longevity, this guide delivers grounded, experience-based instruction.Built for Modern Homes Earthen floors are not limited to off-grid cabins or experimental builds. This book demonstrates how natural flooring can integrate seamlessly into conventional construction, renovations, and contemporary design. Extensive case studies and photographs illustrate real-world applications across climates and building types - helping you make informed decisions based on evidence, not assumption.Written by Experienced Practitioners Sukita Reay Crimmel is the developer of Claylin, the first commercially available ready-made earthen floor product in North America, and is widely recognized as a leader in the modern earthen floor movement. With a background in environmental studies and architecture, she has helped shape contemporary best practices in natural flooring.James Thomson brings two decades of earth building experience, having led workshops and installations across the United States and internationally. His practical construction background and lived experience with earthen floors inform the technical clarity of this guide.Together, they combine field-tested expertise with a commitment to ecological building practices that work in real homes.Who This Book is For Natural builders seeking durable, low-toxicity flooring solutionsHomeowners planning new builds or renovationsArchitects. …