Light Clay Straw, Lime, and Rodents

Hey all!

I'm fairly new to this light clay straw (LCS) concept, and really like what I've learnt so far.

Some questions I have don't seem to find many answers though...

One virtue LCS offers over straw bale is apparent resistance to vermin. This is a huge draw for me, as I have been in too many eco-homes with rodent infestations.


But does LCS completely rodent free though? Or is that more to do with how you plaster and seal it?

I am planning to clad one side of my LCS with batten board rather than plaster - which might be make it more open to the critters if they happen to like it.


If it is an issue at all - what about including powdered lime in to the LCS mix to discourage vermin? This would surely also inhibit moulds which can also be a problem when slow drying.


Anyone tried adding lime to LCS? And has anyone had experience with vermin ?


Thanks so much for any help, super appreciated :)

Charlie