Mesh Bags Sewn to Work Like Eternally Solar’s Bags

Several previous posts have already covered the basics of the Eternally Solar’s earthbag system. Today Dr. Johnny Anderton of Eternally Solar / EarthBagBuild explains how mesh bags can be sewn to work like their bags. Owen: What about sewing mesh bags or tubes (Hyperadobe) to create a product similar to yours? Can owner builders do … Read more

More Details About Eternally Solar’s / Earthbag Building System

Today’s post is from Dr. Johnny Anderton of of Eternally Solar / EarthBagBuild. We’ve been discussing various aspects of their building system over the last week or so. Clearly, this is another great earthbag system to study and learn from. “The design of the bags with the central channel allow for a lot of variation … Read more

Eternally Solar Earthbag Lintel and Bond Beam System

I hope you’re enjoying these posts about Eternally Solar’s earthbag method. Dr. Johnny Anderton of Eternally Solar / EarthBagBuild has kindly supplied more details about their lintel and bond beam system. This is very practical information. “The attached sequence will show how it goes, with bag layer, then concrete fill in channel, then rebar and … Read more

Eternally Solar / Earthbag Building System Follow-up

The following information has been graciously provided by Dr. Johnny Anderton of Eternally Solar / EarthBagBuild. Their building system is described below. It’s obviously another huge step forward in earthbag construction, right up there with Hyperadobe, Reinforced Earthbag and Superadobe. “The way the bag is stitched divides it into 3 tubes – only the outer … Read more