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cob ovens on trailers
“I was wondering if you might have any info or resources for cob oven on trailers?” Here’s my thoughts and experience, over and above what’s already in Build Your Own Earth Oven: I wouldn't try to put a cob or earthen oven on a trailer myself. I do know of one guy who did but he had to do repairs on the oven before the year was out but I haven't heard from him since, so don't know the whole story of his oven. Maybe it’s doing just fine. It’s hard to imagine that unfired earth would be able to withstand prolonged exposure to road vibration without serious cracking and ultimate . . .
waterglass for binding earthen surfaces & pigment
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