Browse Forums Building A New House 1 Jan 16, 2014 4:36 pm Hello, Has anyone had any experiences or heard anything about with Ramtec ( specializes in rammed earth construction) run by Stephen Dobson based in Perth? We are considering building a rammed earth house and have spoken with them but would like to hear any personal experiences if there is anyone out there who has used them or knows someone who has. Pm me if you prefer, Many thanks Re: Ramtec, rammed earth builder 2Jan 16, 2014 4:41 pm Or has anyone built in Rammed earth, if so which builders did you use? would really appreciate any advice or feedback. A bit nervous about signing up with a company or builder without any recommendations! Re: Ramtec, rammed earth builder 3Oct 03, 2014 7:20 pm Hi Have you gone ahead with a rammed earth build yet? We have built with rammed earth, actually used crushed limestone instead of red gravel because we wanted a lighter colour it is more white than yellow of limestone. We had issues with the first company and then continued on with a different one, he was absolutly great... Richard Jones Murchison rammed earth, he works anywhere in WA Owner build - Perth Hills Earth works started June 2012 - almost lock up Oct 2014! http://www.kezandgonzo.blogspot.com.au Re: Ramtec, rammed earth builder 4Oct 08, 2014 10:24 pm Obviously takes longer to build but the one I've seen was a great feel. I think there were verandahs all round too as primary protection. don't know about termites but Granitgard might be an option. Is there a special slurry that goes on the exterior? And is there a silicone treatment inside or is it just neat. Saw one near Baxter in Victoria - restaurant with straw bales construction incorporated too from memory. Good luck deciding Leonardo_23 Hi Mofflepop, I would recommend finding a building designer to prepare plans, they should design to your specified budget. The benefit is you can tender the project out… 9 20425 Hi, did you get any money from insurance? if you did, does it match what you've already paid the builders? 3 9572 |