{"product_id":"earthen-floors-second-edition-a-modern-approach-to-an-ancient-practice-paperback","title":"Earthen Floors, Second Edition: A Modern Approach to an Ancient Practice - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eSukita Reay Crimmel\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eJames Thomson\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe essential guide to making, installing and living with beautiful, all-natural earthen floors - now fully revised and updated\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis full-color guide includes complete step-by-step instructions for installing your own earthen floors as well as the history, use, and maintenance of this beautiful, durable, non-toxic flooring material. Updated to reflect current best practices, it is the only resource of its kind, widely recognized as an essential tool for anyone wanting to work with this beautiful and environmentally friendly construction method.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFrom sourcing and processing raw materials to applying the final finish, each stage of this exciting technique is demystified. Topics include: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe story of earthen floors through the ages and their role in modern green building\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTips and tools for site preparation, mixing, pouring, burnishing, sanding, oiling, sealing, and more\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRecipes and ratios for the ideal earthen floor mix, subfloor insulation and vapor barrier options, and how to achieve the perfect pour\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBeyond the basics - inlays, color washes, prints, patterns, alternative fibers, and other creative options\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRadiant heat, electric wire heated floors, and other improvements for cooler climates\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUpdated resources section with suggestions for tool and material suppliers.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePacked with new in-depth case studies and inspirational photographs, and drawing on the collective knowledge of the most qualified and experienced practitioners, \u003cem\u003eEarthen Floors, Second Edition \u003c\/em\u003eis a must-read for natural builders, homeowners, architects, contractors, and DIY enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSukita Reay Crimmel \u003c\/strong\u003eis considered one of the preeminent experts in the modern field of earthen floors. As well as presenting extensively on this exciting technique with organizations such as Aprovecho and Yestermorrow, she is the developer of Claylin - the first commercially available ready-made earthen floor product in North America. Sukita holds a Bachelor of Science in environmental studies and architecture from the University of Oregon, and is co-author of the original edition of \u003cem\u003eEarthen Floors\u003c\/em\u003e. Sukita lives in Portland, Oregon.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Thomson \u003c\/strong\u003egot his start with earth building in 2004, and since then has facilitated dozens of workshops and trainings in multiple states and countries, including Panama, Guatemala, Jamaica, India, and France. He also has a background in general construction and a driving desire to find ways to integrate natural building practices into more conventional modern homes. James has participated in many floor installations, both in workshop settings and for paying clients. He has lived on (or near) earthen floors for most of the past two decades and is co-author of the original edition of \u003cem\u003eEarthen Floors\u003c\/em\u003e. James lives in Williamsburg, MA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 288\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.8 x 8.9 x 7.4 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 07, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51985755275565,"sku":"9781774060087","price":44.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/3185\/6429\/files\/DXnHGMpPk39781774060087.webp?v=1776138860","url":"https:\/\/ishookbooks.com\/products\/earthen-floors-second-edition-a-modern-approach-to-an-ancient-practice-paperback","provider":"iShook Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}