Hemp and Lime insulation workshop

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<P><STRONG>Join us for this one-day, hands-on training on how to use hemp and lime for insulation. </STRONG><BR></P>
<P>Older buildings with brick or stone walls can benefit from the use of natural breathable materials for insulation. This workshop will demonstrate the use of <STRONG>hemp and lime, </STRONG>materials with fantastic eco-credentials, and show how they are used in renovation or new build (in a UK or developing world context).</P>
<P>Run by green building legend <STRONG>Tom Woolley</STRONG>, this workshop features both a classroom and a hands on practical element and will cover: materials and sourcing; cost and thermal performance; and different techniques for applying the material to a section of a wall.</P>
<P>Participants will have the chance to handle the materials - and get dirty! </P>
<H2><STRONG>Who is it for?</STRONG></H2>
<P>This workshop is suitable for anyone thinking of improving their house, homeowners, self-builders, and professionals.</P>
<H2><STRONG>What will you learn?</STRONG></H2>
<UL>
<LI>The nature of hemp and lime materials</LI>
<LI>Using the right materials</LI>
<LI>The nature of bio-based materials for insulation</LI>
<LI>About hygroscopic properties for good indoor air quality</LI>
<LI>Practical methods for retrofitting onto properties</LI>
</UL>
<H2><STRONG>Previous knowledge required?</STRONG></H2>
<P>No previous knowledge is required apart from a willingness to embrace the benefits of natural materials.</P>
<H2><STRONG>Cost</STRONG></H2>
<P>We are running this training as a 'Pay-As-You-Feel' workshop. The training costs us £55 per person to run but our suggested prices are:</P>
<UL>
<LI>Unwaged: £10</LI>
<LI>Low waged: £25</LI>
<LI>High waged: £50</LI>
</UL>
<P>Please pay what you can afford.</P>
<H2><STRONG>Trainer Biography</STRONG></H2>
<P><STRONG>Tom Woolley</STRONG> is an architect who has been a pioneer of the use of natural materials, particularly hemp and lime in buildings. He works for Rachel Bevan Architects and has published several books on green building and healthy indoor environment. He has taught at several universities and educational establishments including the Centre for Alternative Technology and runs workshops around the world on hemp and lime.</P>
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<H2><STRONG>Additional information</STRONG></H2>
<P><SPAN>You will need practical clothing including:</SPAN></P>
<UL>
<LI>Sturdy boots</LI>
<LI>Clothes you don’t mind getting dirty with lime etc.</LI>
<LI>Must wear long trousers</LI>
</UL>
<H2><SPAN>Logistical information</SPAN></H2>
<P>The workshop is in two parts: the morning is classroom-based in Hulme Community Garden Center, in the afternoon we will travel to Ratcliffe House Farm, Warrington for the practical session. </P>
<P><SPAN>We will provide transport to and from Ratcliffe House Farm. </SPAN></P>
<H2>With thanks to...<BR></H2>
<P><A HREF="https://www.harrisonspinks.co.uk/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIsPK2np364AIVZzbTCh1-9AH-EAAYASAAEgL2TPD_BwE" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Harrison Spinks</A>, <A HREF="http://www.kilwaughterlime.com/" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Kilwaughter Lime</A>, <A HREF="https://earthbornpaints.co.uk/" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Earthborn paints</A> and <A HREF="https://www.ukhempcrete.com/" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">UK Hempcrete</A> for supporting this workshop. </P>
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Hulme Community Garden Centre

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