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Can I Build with Cob Blocks?
The Cob Specialist is always pushing the boundaries when it comes to cob. We experiment with, and test new concepts frequently. Our latest Research and Development journey led us to the idea of manufacturing larger dimension cob blocks. Typically, the go-to cob block size is a standard 100mm unit. These products are laid flat and provide an effective construction.
100mm cob blocks are traditionally laid flat
But what if cob blocks were made larger and could be laid on their edge? Think of the cost savings p/s/m, the overall strength and the reduced amount of mortar required. The Cob Specialist set about making some, primarily to see if our cob block making machine could cope with the additional material needed and the compression capabilities during pressing. Well, the machine had no problem at all.
125mm cob blocks on edge
The Cob Specialist and sister company Earth Blocks Ltd have developed 125mm cob blocks that can be laid on edge.
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