He's Finally Getting Some Help! HYPERADOBE Tiny House Build With 18" Thick Walls!

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  • Опубліковано 10 бер 2023
  • He has been doing this alone, but now we are coming to help. We get to work along side our son and learn how to build with hyperadobe. It's a lot of dirt and a lot of work! These walls are sold, and almost a full 18 inches thick.
    In this video: We give a quick recap of our son's hyperadobe build, then Red makes the roof support beams, next we load up some materials and take them up to our son's property, and finally we start helping our son prep the dirt and show more of the actual process of building with hyperadobe.
    Music: Voyage
    Musician: @iksonmusic
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  • @charlesgraham9954
    @charlesgraham9954 Рік тому +19

    its shocking how cool and or warm an earth home is.

    • @EREBUSAETHER
      @EREBUSAETHER Рік тому +1

      It is also interesting to know that ancient people already knew this and here we are lol

  • @jilllangman9343
    @jilllangman9343 Рік тому +17

    My daughter lives in Tucson and has rerouted all her gray water to the backyard where it waters a lawn and some fruit trees and citrus and vegetable patches.. She has days when she allows visitors in and shows them what they can do by saving all the household water. She has created an impressive oasis. I think, coming from Australia her ideas were to recreate what she knew from home. As most of Australia is desert we are used to being careful with our water usage. Your son ‘s project is really creative and l look forward to following your videos. 🌈🐨

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому +2

      Thanks for sharing, sounds awesome! We have all of our gray water going to one tree, we may need to divert it to more plants and trees. Thanks for watching! 😊🏜️

  • @jarrodmarx7548
    @jarrodmarx7548 3 місяці тому

    Hey Dad, I like the way you use your knee when shoveling... My Dad taught us to use a shovel like that. You are also wearing gloves, not many UA-camrs do... I like the video. You and your family inspire me.

  • @MJ-wz6jo
    @MJ-wz6jo Рік тому +15

    Thank you for sharing the progress on your son's hyper Adobe build. I enjoy watching these types of videos.

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому +2

      We are glad to finally get to see the process too! Thanks for watching! 😊

  • @stayopenminded486
    @stayopenminded486 11 місяців тому

    You have a great son 🎉 keep up the great work.

  • @BlackmerStudios
    @BlackmerStudios Рік тому +32

    I really admire Kyle's build and would love to hear/see more of it. Not only the process but his thoughts on the 'how and why' of his build. So much respect for anyone that builds their own home let along solo!

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому +2

      Yes, we weren't sure how or if he was going to do it, but he did! Thanks!

    • @1nvisible1
      @1nvisible1 Рік тому +4

      *Me: "Tell me why you want this job?"*
      *Kyle: "I built this with a hammer and a wheelbarrow"*
      [...shows photo of adobe home...]
      *Me: "Welcome to the company!"*

    • @tommyvarcity2783
      @tommyvarcity2783 Рік тому

      Hay when do we get to see the finished place

  • @homebuilthappiness2919
    @homebuilthappiness2919 Рік тому +27

    Much respect on this build. Having experience with hyperadobe I definitely tip my hat to him for excavating the soil himself by hand. This is NOT easy work. We have calechie as well and I got through about a ton of it before hauling material in.
    Again, much respect!

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому +1

      Yes, we didn't know if he would decide to keep at it, but slow and steady he got it done! Thanks!

  • @NWtoSW
    @NWtoSW Рік тому +24

    Kyle is doing a great job! Looking forward to following the progress.

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому +3

      Yes, we are so impressed he got this far by himself! Thanks for watching!

  • @gcnewd
    @gcnewd 9 місяців тому +1

    Thank you, good job Kyle.

  • @Cherb123456
    @Cherb123456 Рік тому

    Very cool! Thanks for sharing!

  • @supercasualtarot4861
    @supercasualtarot4861 10 місяців тому

    Thanks for sharing your work!

  • @tashuntka
    @tashuntka Рік тому

    Bless you Kyle.....
    Seriously..... whewwww !

  • @circusfactory
    @circusfactory Рік тому

    Wonderful !

  • @jesuskingjesus9775
    @jesuskingjesus9775 Рік тому +4

    So cool to see it all coming together after so much work! Can't wait for part 2!

  • @annwilliams9519
    @annwilliams9519 Рік тому +19

    How interesting, I've never heard of such a thing!. I'm sure with you two helping it won't take long to complete.
    Can't wait to see this one come to fruition.
    Ann xx

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому +4

      Thanks Ann! Hyperadobe is pretty awesome, it's been neat to see, and be a part of the process. 🙂

  • @ingridhohmann3523
    @ingridhohmann3523 Рік тому

    Warm in winter,cool in summer,...the best house 🏠 👍

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому +1

      Yes, we are curious to see what the temperature range will be inside. 😎🏜️

  • @babohomestead8484
    @babohomestead8484 Рік тому +9

    Love the variety of this channel. You all have done so much in a short time. Keep the videos coming. Look forward to them each week.

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому +2

      Thanks! We aren't posting videos every week anymore, but plan to continue posting new videos as we have the time.

  • @babuddha
    @babuddha Рік тому

    That's beautiful.

  • @peggyhelblingsgardenwhatyo7920

    You guys are awesome 👌

  • @bradleytenderholt5135
    @bradleytenderholt5135 Рік тому

    The round corners are aesthetically pleasing!

  • @bumpstockbilly4263
    @bumpstockbilly4263 Рік тому

    I like how proud you are of your son................that method it is a lot of effort, imo.......bless

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому

      Thanks! Yes, we weren't sure if he would/could really do it, but he did. Hyperadobe makes such a cool structure!

  • @waynekomprood7093
    @waynekomprood7093 Рік тому +3

    Awesome, I like how he did the corners without buttresses.

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому +1

      Thanks, it definitely saved a lot of time and labor, and these walls are so thick and solid, they aren't going anywhere!

  • @SomeRandomOldGuy
    @SomeRandomOldGuy Рік тому

    Thanks for sharing this. Nice work.

  • @lancejames9228
    @lancejames9228 Рік тому

    mind blown!

  • @ljquinn4655
    @ljquinn4655 Рік тому

    Fantastic job, well done. You do a great Vid.

  • @gillyb333
    @gillyb333 Рік тому +3

    Lovely video of the family working together. I love to see that in action. Red and April its good to see more videos of you . Sending love from Australia xxx

  • @hbrws813
    @hbrws813 Рік тому +1

    Amazing! Ingenuity, determination, courage, smarts. Love it.

  • @rumichacajoy
    @rumichacajoy Рік тому +26

    You, April, and your son can tell the grandkids, "Yes, we built our houses ourselves. You will be able to build yours too."

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому

      Yes, there will be lots of stories to tell, our granddaughter loves spending time at our house. 😊

    • @secretsquirrel6308
      @secretsquirrel6308 Рік тому

      A certified surveyor. These are individuals working for themselves or a small engineering firm. Certified because the jurisdiction where your land is probably prefers that.
      Building & Planning Department of your county or city has the information you want with respect to soils testing, septic, what you can build, and so on.
      The county clerk's recorder office has information on legal description (boundaries, right of way, easements, etc), plus title, title history, liens, water right, mineralvrights, et al.
      Do not be put off if those government offices think you pester them too much. Not all employees are lazy but enough of them move quickly into being unhelpful. Ask your questions and make as many visits to those offices as you need. You pay for it, use it.
      But do your homework! Figure out ahead of time what you want to know. It gets easier as you become more familiar with the process and who knows what.
      Write everything, large pad of paper. Ask and ask and again, but try not to waste yours or their time.
      Making friends of those folks goes a long way.
      Also, remember; whatever you plan or build will likely require inspections. Inspectors are with B&P. Make friends, not tick them off.
      Study your areas building code. Sometimes an inspector will tell you something which is incorrect, but you would know better if you know the code.
      I reckon your friend suggested a current survey because old surveys may not be accurate, and to head off any land squabbles with adjacent properties.
      I may seem cynical but because I've built houses for over 20 years in many different areas. Some offices are a real joy, others you think they should be fired. Best wishes and God bless you.

    • @VivoVivo-bc1ee
      @VivoVivo-bc1ee 2 дні тому

      😮

  • @PigletPie
    @PigletPie Рік тому

    This is cool. Fun to watch. 👍

  • @glenscott3130
    @glenscott3130 Рік тому

    Glad you're posting this build, I've missed your videos since you finished your home. God bless.

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому

      Thanks for watching! We wanted to post a video this week but have a lot going on. Hopefully we can get one ready for next weekend. 🌞

  • @RacerX1971
    @RacerX1971 Рік тому +1

    Nice...thank you for sharing. Very wise family..no mortgage and self sufficient 😊

  • @woodydowler1594
    @woodydowler1594 Рік тому

    Looking awesome 😊

  • @trueman2542
    @trueman2542 Рік тому

    Brilliant. ❤❤❤

  • @ewidmer1
    @ewidmer1 Рік тому

    Very interesting!

  • @farahsali1
    @farahsali1 Рік тому

    Love it

  • @thomasjehnkins1986
    @thomasjehnkins1986 Рік тому

    pretty awesome!... THIS is how families should build a future together!

  • @marywilliams7977
    @marywilliams7977 Рік тому

    Oh my what a hard working young man. This is awesome.

  • @Arizona-Desert-Rat-Realty
    @Arizona-Desert-Rat-Realty 7 місяців тому

    Looks like he did very well laying up the Hyperadobe Walls!, Congrats. I would love to check out you place some day, and you are always welcome to come check out our build.

  • @crisrose9707
    @crisrose9707 Рік тому

    I love how the most viewed part of this video is the 0.5s where the dog shows up :D

  • @HaroldReece
    @HaroldReece Рік тому +4

    I have watched fellow UA-camrs "My Little Homestead", who I believe are also in Arizona, build several structures using this type of material. They have had a lot of success with it. They are currently building a very large shop building using a modified skid steer bucket to fill the bags. Thanks for sharing this with us. Looking forward to watching you share your son's build.

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому +1

      Thanks! Yes, they have been building with earth bags and hyperadobe for a long time. 🙂🏜️

    • @rickcrippen5180
      @rickcrippen5180 Рік тому

      MLH is in NM.

    • @HaroldReece
      @HaroldReece Рік тому

      @@rickcrippen5180 I don't think that is right. I think they are near Fort Huachuca where the father works.

  • @mattheweburns
    @mattheweburns Рік тому

    It’s good exercise! This is awesome. I’ve never seen this message before too cool!

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому

      Yes, definitely some good hard work, and it makes such an awesome structure!

  • @Lylo-mj8ek
    @Lylo-mj8ek Рік тому +1

    Bravo! Absolutely impressive build/Builder. I pray for great blessings on you and your beautiful home. Peace

  • @joannadrawe6654
    @joannadrawe6654 Рік тому

    Hard working young man like his parents!!!

  • @AbidAli-bv2gl
    @AbidAli-bv2gl Рік тому

    Excellent video. lot to learns

  • @bondpaz
    @bondpaz Рік тому +2

    I wish I could get my kids to move out here. ❤😊 That’s going to be an awesome little house.

  • @cathyjones3403
    @cathyjones3403 Рік тому

    This is amazing work. It’s very hard work . 👏👏👏👏👏

  • @DavidGetchel
    @DavidGetchel Рік тому +1

    That's really cool! Need to look into this more for a small solar room I need to build.

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому +1

      It would take some time to build, but it would work well. Narrower bags are also available for smaller builds.

  • @haydenluck
    @haydenluck Рік тому

    Excellent video

  • @ShadowMoonFarms
    @ShadowMoonFarms Рік тому +7

    This is a very interesting building process. For the past several years I have watched a "neighbor" building something similar in their yard as terracing. I haven't watched it closely and assumed they were sandbags, but this is what they are doing. I'm in PA and have no idea if they are using the earth on site, or buying sand/soil for the build. Thanks for sharing.

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому +1

      Thanks, it is a pretty cool process, and the walls are so impressively thick and solid! It would be different in a wet climate, and I'm sure the soil is a lot different there. 🌞🏜️

  • @daklakdigital3691
    @daklakdigital3691 Рік тому

    I find it heartening to know that people, living in a high-tech country, still reach back and utilise ancient technique s to build a house that has many "mod-cons". So often building statutes prevent construction using tried and tested techniques.
    Congratulations!

  • @shaunhall960
    @shaunhall960 9 місяців тому

    I'm going to be doing this type of build. I love his design as it is simple yet aesthetically pleasing.

  • @emilflognoid1532
    @emilflognoid1532 Рік тому

    Cool method!

  • @lawrencelipon8673
    @lawrencelipon8673 Рік тому

    👍👍👍👍👍👌Great build very inspiring will be a sturdy structure, many hands make short work!

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому

      Thanks! Yes, these hyperadobe walls are impressively thick and solid! 🌞🏜️

  • @icybizz5105
    @icybizz5105 Рік тому

    totally cool keep working love it

  • @terryatpi
    @terryatpi Рік тому

    Neat!

  • @karmasure3756
    @karmasure3756 Рік тому

    How satisfying it would be to live in a house that you build it by your own two hands. Thickness of the wall will keep the rooms cool. A perfect way to build a house in Desert

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому +1

      Thanks! Yes, it's nice being able to design everything just the way he wants it. 🌞🏜️

  • @kaboom-zf2bl
    @kaboom-zf2bl Рік тому

    nice cross between adobe proper and packed earth building ... the best of BOTH ways ...
    .

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому

      Yes, and also much better than sand/earth bags. 🌞

    • @kaboom-zf2bl
      @kaboom-zf2bl Рік тому

      @@RedandAprilOff-Grid yeah even the empty bag layer over the doors or windows ... essentially built in plaster lath ... if he wanted to run power lines around he could have run lines along he inner side of the wall between bags and added loops for boxes and what not along the way
      ... now all i suggest is down the seem and seal that in with a moulding ...a little more accessible

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому

      @@kaboom-zf2bl It would have been easier to put the electric boxes and some of the wiring in as we went, but it shouldn't be too hard to do it later.

    • @kaboom-zf2bl
      @kaboom-zf2bl Рік тому

      @@RedandAprilOff-Grid from experience with a log cabin ... it is a pain in the arse fiddly after ... because you cant damage much and have to be precise with everything after ... before is honestly the time saver

  • @chaosplan
    @chaosplan Рік тому +9

    I’ve been waiting for this! I’ve been studying/watching hyperadobe, looks like he’s doing a great job. Interesting that he does it from the freshly filled side of the filling rig, other people I’ve seen load from the wheel side. I gather they did it that way because it is easier to walk on tamped bags. They also tamp full runs at once instead of tamping while you go. However those were all team builds. Iknow how labor intensive this is and very impressed he has the gumption to do it solo.

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому +3

      Yes, since it was hard to move the scaffolding, or get around the dolly this is the method he came up with. We weren't sure if he could do it by himself, but he did! These walls are thick and solid. Hyperadobe is pretty cool!

  • @michiganjfrog5714
    @michiganjfrog5714 Рік тому +6

    This is very interesting, I have been watching the tiny shiny home working on their project which is very similar. They work on theirs slowly also because they said it was important for the rows to dry in between. I look forward to watching more videos about this process.

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому +2

      Thanks! Yes, Tiny Shiny added some cement to the bottom layers, which I guess needed some time to dry. Thanks for watching!

  • @cynthiaheatly5562
    @cynthiaheatly5562 Рік тому

    What a beautiful idea! I am amazed and impressed with you all! I enjoyed watching the video and I enjoyed listening to the way you talked through it. I want to see the completion, for sure, so I subscribed! Good luck and God bless you all for having the vision and making owning your own home (WITHOUT horrendous mortgage!) a reality!!! Kyle might need a lil chiropractic work afterwards! :) Namaste’

  • @SaintLord
    @SaintLord Рік тому +1

    Impressive stuff, your surroundings look very familiar., once I saw the recap video I got why. Currently have family property out it the cochise/Dragoon area. Keep up the good work!

  • @rgarizonahomestead2729
    @rgarizonahomestead2729 Рік тому

    looks great so far and maybe a pool with the hole he has dung. take care and have a wonderful weekend

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому

      Thanks! It definitely looks like a swimming pool. We got to swim in our pond once, but it wasn't long before it was full of Sonoran Desert Toads and tadpoles. They eat the mosquitoes larvae, so it's not all bad. 😄Hope you have a great weekend! 😊🏜️

  • @darrellteague8629
    @darrellteague8629 Рік тому

    A little trick on drilling. Use a smaller bit for a pilot hole. And it'll dig right through with the larger bit. Cool house!

  • @jeanpatterson4283
    @jeanpatterson4283 Рік тому

    This is marvelous and gives me hope that i can one day find some land and build this kind of home. Thank you from Cape Town.

  • @lindaripp5902
    @lindaripp5902 Рік тому

    Cool

  • @xxxx7451
    @xxxx7451 Рік тому

    It's also nice that you can build the house and dig the pool at the same time.

  • @crusiangirl1
    @crusiangirl1 Рік тому

    Would love to see the end project.👍

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому

      We plan to help with the rest of the build and post more videos of the progress. 🙂🏜️

  • @WV_Raised1983
    @WV_Raised1983 Рік тому

    I love how the dog has both of you trained with it's ball. Mine has all of us trained also.

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому

      Yes, throwing the ball is a good way to get her out of the way for a bit, 🐶 and sometimes she finds something else to do on the way back. 😄

  • @minX65536
    @minX65536 Рік тому

    well done project thanks for sharing! maybe you want to use the pit you have to make a small pond in the future

  • @juanitamccaslin2389
    @juanitamccaslin2389 Рік тому

    As you were describing the soil, I thought they have to be close because that's the way the soil is here too. I'm west of C.G. I thought about trying that technique but I really want to build my next home underground. Still interesting to learn, thanks

  • @scottziegler526
    @scottziegler526 Рік тому

    thank you for such a well done video. I'm going to consider this type of build one day on my property in nw tucson. great videography and explanation narrative. Others should take notice of the quality and effort.

  • @stevencaskey8502
    @stevencaskey8502 Рік тому

    It is great to hear someone use the "thermal mass" info. Most people have no idea how that works.

  • @secretsquirrel6308
    @secretsquirrel6308 Рік тому

    Excellent narration, a delight to watch and listen. I too am in AZ and for some time I've been interested in building from what is found in the property. This here is the first I've known about the continuous bag method. Pretty ingenious.
    'Dry pack' (just enough water to hydrate (clump) the clayey soil is the best means although very labor intensive.
    Perhaps slather the inside of that pit with clay/wood ash to make the walls impermeable. After baking in the AZ heat, fill with water (and a bit of chlorine) for a sorely needed hot tub.

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому

      Thanks! Hyperadobe is a great way to go, and makes a very sturdy structure. 🌞🏜️

  • @stevemerrick102
    @stevemerrick102 Рік тому

    very interesting never seen this building method before will watch with interest on how it goes and how you finish it etc

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому

      Thanks! Yes, hyperadobe makes such amazingly strong and thick walls, it's been cool to see and work on it in person. 🙂

  • @Poppi2006
    @Poppi2006 Рік тому +1

    Your family’s home building journey has been interesting. I guess I stumbled on your other channel (in Texas I believe) when April was disassembling the salvaged wood into individual pieces, and you were constructing your pump house (?). Thanks for continuing your journey on this channel.

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому +1

      Thanks! 😊🏜️ Yes, that was at the very beginning of this adventure. That wood was a great find! We used it for so many different things out here.

  • @mohammedelbachiraouragh3337

    hope to see more videos

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому

      Thanks! Sorry for the delay! We are working on getting another video ready to post Saturday.

  • @numbersvibrations
    @numbersvibrations Рік тому +1

    I hope you continue to post videos of Kyle’s hyper adobe build.

  • @colstace2560
    @colstace2560 Рік тому +2

    Pretty neat system, easier than mud bricks for sure. A small grain elevator would be good for lifting the dirt right into the bag hopper bucket.
    New sub, looking forward for the next video 👍🙂

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому

      Thanks! Yes, the bags work great, and make a nice thick wall, that is held together well. That would be nice! Thanks for watching! 😊🏜️

  • @aionphriend
    @aionphriend Рік тому

    The way a house should be.

  • @Meisha-san
    @Meisha-san Рік тому +1

    Wow! What an inspiration you guys are.
    It's brilliant to see a close extended family working so well together.
    Thanks for your detailed explanations.

  • @loucinci3922
    @loucinci3922 Рік тому +3

    Consider turning the wheelbarrow around so it is directed towards the exit ramp. That way you don't have to turn around with a full load. Does K wet the walls to keep them moist. Thanks for sharing

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому +3

      That's definitely how I would do it. Red doesn't think much about efficiency, he just gets it done. 😄 Kyle hasn't watered the walls. It might have been helpful in a few places where the mix was a bit dry, but overall it feels like a solid and very thick brick wall.

  • @TheBlackFoxMaster
    @TheBlackFoxMaster Рік тому +1

    Полностью электрические инструменты - автор "он делает всё вручную" ага 😆👍🔥

  • @danjohnson9549
    @danjohnson9549 Рік тому

    Anyone doing this should build a pivoting wooden crane with 12 volt winch in the center powered by a small water pump moving water back and forth to lift 500lbs easily. But we need to give credit for the hard work, Wow

  • @jeffersonlisboa7705
    @jeffersonlisboa7705 Рік тому

    Parabéns

  • @DiabloOutdoors
    @DiabloOutdoors Рік тому

    This built is waaaaay much more work than we could think of. You are very courageous and thank God you're not in Canada :)

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому

      It is a lot of work, but if you have the time, and keep at it, it will eventually get done. 🌞🏜️

    • @DiabloOutdoors
      @DiabloOutdoors Рік тому

      @@RedandAprilOff-Grid Very true! 😀

  • @dorsey1966
    @dorsey1966 Рік тому

    Nice build I like your narration new subscriber

  • @martharisinger2000
    @martharisinger2000 Рік тому

    New subscriber here.
    Your voice is so nice ! Really enjoyed the content.
    Smart work .
    Beautiful

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому

      Thanks for Joining us! Red does the narration, and I do the channel stuff, as well as the filming, & editing. 🌞🏜️

  • @klee88029
    @klee88029 Рік тому

    BEST tubesock building video I have ever seen over the past 20 years. I live in Luna County, SW New Mexico, probably a few hours drive from where you are located. I am hoping that Kyle will hold a workshop (with around 6 people) and let us learn as we build a small outbuilding for him over 3-4 days. I would pay up to a couple of hundred dollars to be able to learn on the job. (Retired nurse living on SS now, so funds are limited). Think about it. Karenlee

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому +1

      Appreciate it! We aren't planning to do any workshops. Tiny Shiny Home, channel did one recently, and I think they are planning to do more. They also have lots of videos on building with Hyperadobe. Best wishes! 🌞

  • @JMJM75257
    @JMJM75257 11 місяців тому

    Building a house and a pool at the same time!

  • @LocdnessMomster
    @LocdnessMomster 8 місяців тому

    How do you make sure the mixture is firm and can’t be pushed over? I’d like to use it for a fence, but I’m not sure how it stays solid, also does this work well for places that get heavy rain?

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  8 місяців тому

      The soil needs to be moist and have enough clay so that when it is tamped, the clay joins the dirt together into a solid brick. If the soil is right, it is very hard when it dries. Sand, cement, or clay may need to be added depending on the soil's composition. These walls are 18 inches thick and could not be pushed over. Heavy rain would eventually wear the wall down, so it needs to be covered in plaster or stucco. This type of build is best suited for the desert, but it might work okay in other areas. 🌞🏜️

  • @johnboydTx
    @johnboydTx Рік тому

    Very good technique.
    What are you considering for flooring??
    My grandfather did something similar in west Texas. Flooring for his house was unique???
    He cut mesquite 10 inch logs out of trash limbs and removed trees from a landscape company??
    He burned the bark of the logs and the heat Caramelized the sap and sugar ??
    He stood them on end with the big side up like a funnel for any water would push the sap out for 6 months.. Logs standing on end !
    He arranged the assorted sizes to make patterns pretty tight between logs ??
    Filled the gaps between the logs with sandy soil and sanded the logs even and finished with a heavy clay mix packed down 🤔
    Still looks great with wood pattern..
    Take Care and enjoy your adventures 😊✌️

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому +1

      Thanks! Sounds like a beautiful floor! Kyle is planning on earthen floors, with concrete in a few high wear areas. It will be similar to what we did in our house. 🧡🏜️

  • @plutoplatters
    @plutoplatters Рік тому

    It's mind numbing how much work just building small things can be ...

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому

      Yes, the smaller size definitely helps, but it's still a lot of work!

  • @dobygillis3105
    @dobygillis3105 Рік тому +1

    Hey Kyle your amazing your hard work will be a great story to tell your kids . What a beautiful home I'm so jealous. I hope to follow your example of the team work of your family. Can't wait tell your done. Best wishes to you and your family and your beautiful dog! Have you named the house?

  • @ngi638
    @ngi638 Рік тому

    You could turn the hole into a cellar or cooling lodge when finished

  • @bozotheclown935
    @bozotheclown935 Рік тому

    Wow... A house inspired by a tray Lasagne.

  • @DannyB-cs9vx
    @DannyB-cs9vx Рік тому +1

    I helped someone build an earthen dome structure in Pahrump Nv. We had an ordinance that said no building permit required for storage structures under 200 SQ'. This was under that. About a year later the County made him take it out. I don't know how or why.

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому +1

      Bummer, maybe the outside dimension was too big. Our county is full of unconventional homes, so it shouldn't be an issue. They might change the permit system some day, but they shouldn't make anyone take down their home.

  • @amodernalchemist432
    @amodernalchemist432 Рік тому +1

    *This is awesome!!* I've never seen such a large hyperadobe in one piece before this! However, I'm fairly new to this style of home building. There are no deserts even remotely close to where I live and we have a good 6-8 months of winter every year, so, I don't know how practical this method would be??
    Edit: I think that the pit, where the sand/clay came from, would be a great spot for a small pod. Since y'all have a well, with lots of water...you could even stock it with fish with a filtration/oxygenation system. 🎣🦆

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому

      The channel, "My Little Homestead" has built a lot of structures out of earth bags and hyperadobe. You could check them out. Yeah, this type of structure works best with extreme day and night temperature variations. The walls heat up during the day and release the warmth during the night, and vise versa in the summer. It might keep you above freezing in the winter, but maybe not much more than that. A fish pond would be awesome! I'll mention it to him. 🌞

  • @mattburns7380
    @mattburns7380 Рік тому +1

    I'm into collecting and working with snakes at around the 7:50 mark when they were talking about scrap piles a great place to hunt for snakes

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому +1

      We do have snakes, but don't see them real often. A few diamondback rattlesnakes, some red racers, bull snakes, and gardener snakes. We also have seen a green Mojave rattlesnake! 😬

    • @mattburns7380
      @mattburns7380 Рік тому +2

      @Red & April Off-Grid I have snakes in my personal collection 2 western diamondbacks and a western hognose currently...those mojave's venom is no joke

  • @sixoffive
    @sixoffive Рік тому

    5:51 nice dog

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому

      Yes, she's usually around when we're out working she is our daughter and son-in-law's dog. 🐶

    • @sixoffive
      @sixoffive Рік тому

      @@RedandAprilOff-Grid Good puppy

  • @1968roadrunnerred
    @1968roadrunnerred Рік тому

    You must be extremely proud parents. This type of drive isnt seen as much anymore.

    • @RedandAprilOff-Grid
      @RedandAprilOff-Grid  Рік тому +1

      We were very surprised he wanted to build this type of house, and even more surprised when he actually did it! 😊

    • @1968roadrunnerred
      @1968roadrunnerred Рік тому

      @@RedandAprilOff-Grid that is so wonderful.