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  • From: A Sampson-Kelly <april@permaculturevisions.com>
  • To: permaculture@lists.ibiblio.org
  • Subject: Re: [permaculture] Cinder Block = Fly Ash?
  • Date: Mon, 01 Apr 2013 10:05:02 +1100

hi there,
If Cinder Blocks are cheap or free, then it is tempting to use them.
There would be some conditions for reduced toxicity.
1. ok If you live in a very dry area there will be less erosion due to rain however, if they are used in zone 1 where you might be watering regularly, then avoid their use.
2. you could consider using them for other projects such as outhouses that people don't spend time in. (tools shed, foundations for chook house)
3. Cinder blocks could be used a rat and fox-proof floor in pens and covered with organic matter.

Ash from the stove is a good alkaniser and can be used in paths to keep the weeds low. mix it with organic material so the dust is less likely to fly up as people walk along.


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On 1/04/2013 3:00 AM, permaculture-request@lists.ibiblio.org wrote:
Cinder Block = Fly Ash?




  • Re: [permaculture] Cinder Block = Fly Ash?, A Sampson-Kelly, 03/31/2013

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