[Ferro List] Re; FC Drivel

[Christopher Glasspool]

Peter,
I disagree with your buddy, if he thinks that fc is just for building boats. If cost and efficiency were the only bottom line then we wouldn't exist here, and only stick framed buildings would be talked about. What Doug brings into the discussion is a alternative building system that is strong and wonderful, but I propose not necessarily less expensive then a fc alternative. Fc is a minimum of two layers of lath, three being better, and a very small amount of portland cement and sand. This costs out to be competitive with other systems, especially given that a very light or non-existent foundation system is required, and that laminating could allow one or two people to accomplish the tasks over time. I would amend Doug's system for the Vermont frost line to a floating slab on grade, as the width and depth of a standard footing and stem wall will become finanically prohibitive in your scenario for a thickened wall system. I would agree that what is
 missing for Laminated FC is some building systems that address the rest of the building infrastructure. - Chris


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