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Building a Mycoinsulated Roof: Practical, Homestead-Scale Mycelium Insulation R&D *webinar recording

 
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Paul and Beau discuss research on utilizing mycelium, the root-like part of a fungus, as a building material. Beau explores the potential for mycelium to be grown in any shape or size, including for surface-mounted acoustical treatment or even for constructing entire buildings. He highlights the insulating and flame-retarding attributes of the mycelium and the excitement around this innovative approach.







Topics covered:
• Mycelium Tiny House Project Discussion
• Mycelium as Building Material: Scalable Homesteading Techniques
• Mycelium: Alternative Insulation Material Explored
• Biodegradable Material for Buildings
• Rapid Iteration in Permaculture and Homesteading R&D
Mushroom Growth: Medicine, Cuisine & Construction
Carbon Foaming Fire-Retardance & Wooden Construction Discussion
• Subterranean Structure & Moisture Management
• Winter Lab Equipment Preservation Discussion
• Cedar Shake Shingles and Mycelium Installation
• Mycelium Shingle Installation and Team Work Mantras
• Mycelium, Wool, and Lever: Roof Insulation Innovations
• Log to Ceiling Options Discussed
Root Cellar Project and Moisture Management Discussion
• Mushroom Cultivation: Pre-Colonization Advice
• Q&A



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Paul just released a clip of beau's mycoinsulation project as part of the Low Tech Laboratory Movie 2.



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