Natural Finishes – Plasters and Flooring
Natural Finishes – Plasters and Flooring
Join our online course, “Art of Natural Plastering,” by EarthlyBuilder to learn traditional and sustainable plastering techniques. This comprehensive course covers everything from basic mud plasters, mud and lime plasters, mud lime and pozzolanic plasters, lime plasters, lime pozzolanic mixes, clay paints, and limewashes, with a bonus Mural Art session using natural colors. Master the perfect quantities and explore creative alternatives for various building projects. You’ll gain insights into different plaster types, essential materials, mixing techniques, and application methods, including curing and maintaining plasters effectively.
Enroll now to develop practical skills and knowledge, making you an expert in natural plastering and sustainable building techniques!
Course Overview
Unlock the secrets of natural building materials with our comprehensive online course package! Our program includes six chapters of expert instruction covering natural building introduction, mud, bamboo, lime, surkhi, and admixtures, equipping you with the skills and confidence to make informed decisions in the natural building field. Enroll today and take the first step towards mastering sustainable building materials!
- Duration: 12 hours 5 minutes
- Language: English
- Self-Paced Learning
- Lifetime Validity
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About the Course Package
Learn from the expert team at EarthlyBuilder, who have spent 15 years mastering natural plaster techniques without using cement! This course covers mud plasters, mud and lime plasters, mud lime and pozzolanic plasters, lime plasters, lime pozzolanic mixes, clay paints, and limewashes, enhancing your natural building projects with beauty and sustainability. Natural Flooring (Coming Soon) is included as part of this early-bird offer. Join now to gain complete knowledge of sustainable building practices and elevate your skills!
Course Modules
1.1 Introduction to Natural Building
- Evolution of Shelters
- Ancient Textbooks & Age-old Structures
- Traditional Shelter Making Systems
- The Knowledge Source of EarthlyBuilder
- Why Has This System Changed?
- Adaptability to Different Climates
- Impact of Returning to Natural Building
- Jagrat (Awake): Interaction of the five senses with natural materials in mud homes.
1.2 Mud
- Understanding Soil & Ancient Knowledge
- Components of Soil
- How to Test & Procure Soil
- Mud Tests: Hands-On Feel, Cigar Test, Ball Drop Test, Mud Biscuits, Mud Bottle Test
- Mud Sampling & Analysis
- Conclusion & Jagrat (Awake)
- References & Next Steps
1.3 Bamboo
- What is Bamboo?
- Traditional Uses & Ancient Knowledge
- Bamboo Types & Procurement
- Traditional & Market Sourcing
- Importance of Bamboo Treatment: Water Immersion, Smoking, Baking, Boric/Borax, Cow Urine
- Choosing the Right Treatment Method
- Applications of Bamboo in Construction
- Conclusion & Jagrat (Awake)
- References & Upcoming Topics
1.4 Lime
- Jagrat (Awake): The Versatility of Lime
- Lime in Ancient & Traditional Homes
- Exercises: Lime Cycle, Burning Lime, Transport & Storage, Visiting a Lime Kiln
- Slaking Lime: Dry & Wet Methods
- Classes of Lime & Quality Tests (Visual, Field, Ball Test, Stabilization Check)
- Lime Uses in Construction
- Why Choose Lime Over Cement?
- Case Studies by EarthlyBuilder
- Village Stories & Jagrat (Awake)
- References & Future Lessons
1.5 Surkhi
- Understanding Surkhi & Its Traditional Use
- Pozzolanic Materials & Their Effects
- DIY Surkhi Making: On-Site Preparation, Mixing, Grinding Effects
- Benefits, Quality Tests & Applications
- Limitations & Troubleshooting
- Conclusion & Jagrat (Awake)
- References & Upcoming Lessons
1.6 Admixtures Part-1
- What Are Admixtures & Why Use Them?
- Ancient Textual Knowledge
- Types of Admixtures: Kadukkai-Jaggery Mix, Neem-Turmeric Water, Starch, Cow Dung & Urine, Natural Fibers, Varaal Fish Gums
- Case Studies by EarthlyBuilder
- Conclusion & Jagrat (Awake)
- References & Future Modules
Introduction to Natural Finishes
- Prologue
- What is Plaster?
- History & Ancient References
- Natural Polymers & Color Sources
- Health & Environmental Benefits Over Modern Materials
- Preparation for Plastering: Wall Systems, Tools, Mixing, Material Sampling
- Types of Plasters & Layers
- Application Techniques & Surface Finishes
- Curing & Maintenance of Lime and Mud Plasters
- Plaster Varieties:
- Mud Plasters: Bharatiya Cowdung Plaster, Ayurvedic Charcoal-Turmeric Cowdung Plaster
- Mud & Lime Plasters: Egg-Enriched Beige Mud & Lime Plaster, Orange Hue & Husk-Infused Lime Mud Plaster
- Mud, Lime & Pozzolanic Plasters: Lime Blended Ash & Natural Mud Plaster, Pozzolanic Lime Fusion & Mud Hue Plaster
- Lime Pozzolanic Plasters: Traditional Surkhi-Sand & Lime Heritage Plaster
- Plastering Troubleshooting & Quantity Estimation
- Mural Art with Artist Ari Glass (Bonus Content!)
- Natural Flooring (Coming Soon!)
Key Learning Outcomes
✔️ Confidently create and apply natural plasters with artistic & functional techniques.
✔️ Gain deep knowledge of traditional plastering materials and their significance.
✔️ Master material preparation, mixing ratios, and troubleshooting plaster issues.
Who Should Enroll?
This course is perfect for builders, architects, students, hobbyists, and eco-conscious individuals who wish to master sustainable building practices and traditional craftsmanship. If you care for the Earth, this course is for you!
Conclusion
Complete the course with the expertise to handle natural plasters for any building project. Join EarthlyBuilder today and contribute to sustainable construction with ancient wisdom and modern insights!