Clay - A Premium Product - Clare Whitney (Clayworks) - BS036
This week I'm joined by Clare Whitney from Clayworks for Building Sustainability Podcast BS36.
Clayworks Clay plasters are unique blends of unfired clays mixed with minerals and pigments to provide healthy, breathable finishes for internal walls and ceilings.
Manufactured in Cornwall from abundant raw materials, they are amongst the most sustainable and healthy wall finishes available. They are recyclable, compostable, re-useable, and contain no toxic ingredients or VOCs.
As well as being 100% natural, Clayworks clay plasters are also high performance. They regulate relative humidity, allow buildings to breathe, and absorb toxins, odours and acoustics. They can also passively regulate temperature.
Clayworks Clay Plasters provide unique aesthetics – with a depth of cloudy tone and texture not found in conventional wall finishes. A seamless finish, they are ready mixed in a wide range of naturally pigmented colours and extraordinary textures, from luxurious silkiness to deeply coarse and rustic.
This is a bonus episode as I have managed to stack up a few recordings and wanted to get them to your ears in time for Christmas.
Episode 36 Links
- Clayworks Website
- Building Sustainability Podcast Youtube Channel
- Nicky Gibson leaf prints
- Architects Declare
- RIBA Challenge
- Down to Earth Project
Social Media Links
Clayworks
Clay Plaster Producer
The spirit of Clayworks is rooted in nature, respect and integrity.
It embodies a set of beliefs which underpin everything we do:
• Respect for nature and the environment.
• Belief in natural building practice.
• Creativity and innovation.
• Contribution towards the health of humanity.
• Appreciation of ancient, vernacular building methods and traditions.
• Working with like minded individuals and companies.
We believe in creating a positive company. One that inspires others,
respects communities, the environment and the end user.
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