Cob is at the heart of our work, and we are passionate about it as a building material. As specialist cob builders, we have extensive experience in cob repair, from small patching jobs to the rebuilding of collapsed cob walls and buildings.
We also bring expertise in all related skills, including flintwork, brickwork, lime plastering, rendering, pointing, roofing, and limewashing.
Whatever your cob project, we have the knowledge and craftsmanship to help.
Cob has many qualities that even modern materials struggle to match:
- Environmentally friendly – Cob is usually sourced just metres from the building site, making it one of the most sustainable materials available.
- Fully recyclable – Where cob walls have collapsed, the material can be reclaimed, re-mixed, and re-laid in the traditional way.
- Thick walls with key benefits – Cob houses are built with substantial walls, which provide:
- High thermal mass, allowing the building to regulate temperature naturally.
- Excellent sound insulation, creating calm and quiet interiors.
- Hygroscopic properties – Cob absorbs and releases moisture, helping regulate humidity levels when well maintained and creating a comfortable indoor atmosphere.
