Weismann, A: Using Natural Finishes

"An inspiring vision and practical guide to one of the oldest and most versatile building materials"--David Pearson, author of The New Natural House Book

"This highly informative and sumptuous book shows how the threat of climate change is also an opportunity to make buildings more beautiful."--Sunand Prasad, President, The Royal Institute of British Architects

"Felllow architects frequently tell me they don't like "hairy buildings," and so they consign natural building to some fringe activity carried out by a few self-build enthusiastic amateurs. Adam and Katy's book will hopefully lay this nonsense to rest, once and for all. With the level of technical detail and the beautiful photographs it is plain for all to see that buildings, using natural materials, can demonstrate a high degree of excellence in finish as well as providing answers to crucial issues such as indoor air quality and environmental impact. They demonstrate a level of professionalism and aesthetic sensibility that is a very valuable contribution to knowledge in the field."--Tom Woolley, Architect and professor at the Graduation School of the Environment, Centre for Alterna

Adam Weismann and Katy Bryce work with lime and clay on a daily basis through their company, Cob in Cornwall. They learned these skills through restoring ancient vernacular buildings in Cornwall, and then began to apply the traditional techniques and materials to contemporary eco builds. They are the authors of "Building with Cob."

'Using Natural Finishes' is an in-depth guide to the selection, mixing and application of lime and clay based plasters, renders, paints and washes. Providing step-by-step instructions, the authors demonstrate the techniques that can be used to create attractive and natural wall surfaces.