MaximumRage on Nostr: The stone above the ground elevates the cobb. The water runs off the exterior and the ...
The stone above the ground elevates the cobb. The water runs off the exterior and the grading takes the water away from the structure.
Brick foundations have the issue of wicking moisture and brick ceased being used for foundations over 85 years ago in favor of masonry block then to concrete. Stone foundations continue to prove their value, even today, if maintained properly. I’ve professionally seen 145 year old stone foundations in good condition, and obviously they exist in some of the oldest man made structures on earth.
Brick foundations have the issue of wicking moisture and brick ceased being used for foundations over 85 years ago in favor of masonry block then to concrete. Stone foundations continue to prove their value, even today, if maintained properly. I’ve professionally seen 145 year old stone foundations in good condition, and obviously they exist in some of the oldest man made structures on earth.