3 Cool Applications Of Hemp In The Construction Industry

There is a lot more to hemp than CBD infused products that we sell here at wholesale prices! It is true that there is a noticeable hullabaloo around best, their products, and the physiological effects of cannabinoids. But amidst all this, we are forgetting to appreciate the other derivatives of hemp in varying industries like hemp's role in changing the construction industry.

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Hemp fibers have impressed the building industry with its strength, tensility, and above everything, ecologically. The easy production of hemp, its minimal-maintenance, and durability has forced the constructors to make something out of it for not only cost-effective building solutions but also to build long-lasting structures.

Although baby stepping, hemp is already being used in the following ways for construction:

Developed in France in the 1980s, Hempcrete is simply the mixture of lime and hemp 'shivs' (a waste product of the hemp fibers) which is used in the making of the walls, doors, floors, and roofs for better insulation. The breathability of hemp makes it emit more heat, absorb moisture, and decrease humidity preventing mold growth which decayed the timber constructions. Using hempcrete is completely economical and cuts constructing costs because of its sustainability. Look up hempcrete if you want much effective insulation and acoustics in your home!

Wood finishes and deck stains give a final touch as polymer coatings. Now, who needs to be reminded of the toxic volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that these products comprise? You can easily replace these compounds with hemp oil finishes. Hemp oil is cold pressed from the seeds and processed to give the sumptuous finish of a deck stain, actually, much better than the blends we use. And the organic factor of hemp-based oils beats the toxicity of petroleum-based coatings.

Hempcrete is stuffed directly into constructive spaces. Many producers of the hemp construction material chose to construct blocks of the light-weight shivs, lime, and water. Instead of stuffing the loose hempcrete, one can use these blocks which is a promising option for a thorough placement of hempcrete and a faster one. But yes, don't think that these blocks can replace the core construction materials. They are too lightweight to bear the load of the foundation of a building. However, in a country like ours where moisture levels remain higher most of the year, hemp blocks can be the best option for natural insulation.