Hi Mike;
In regards to your questions;
#1. this question is dependant on your mix/ recipe. this type of
application does better with an addition of discarded/ old/ free latex
paint
#2. there is nothing in the mix that a plant can assimilate internally
#3. A block that size should have a footer/ or be a footer for
anchoring reasons. The weight of the material means you have to pour it
where you want it or make them shorter.
#4. 55 degrees plus is norm unless utilizing a curing agent
#5. Do your homework going thru all members, database, and links info to
see who is close to you
Good Luck
--- In papercreters@yahoogroups.com, "mikestj65" <michael@...> wrote:
>
> Hello,
>
> I've been looking for a material to make raised bed gardens and
> intrigued with the possibility of papercrete.
>
> Was considering plastic lumber made from recycled plastics but the
> cost is absolutely astronomical.
>
> I have a few questions and would appreciate any guidance or insight.
> 1). NJ has environmental extremes. 90+ in summer. Single digits in
> winter, very wet spring and fall. Do any of these factors pose a
> challenge to the structural stability of papercrete over time?
>
> 2). Chemical leeching: Is there any credence to the concern of
> chemicals used in the papermaking process, as well a cement around
> areas where food will be grow leeching into the soil? If so is there a
> way to make it safer for this purpose?
>
> 3). I would look to make blocks 3"x10"x36". Would these dimensions
> make the block too fragile? Especially considering #1?
>
> 4). What temperature should the environment be for making papercrete?
>
> 5). Do you know of anyone who makes and sells papercrete blocks as a
> possible alternative?
>
> Sorry for all the questions. I do appreciate any assistance. Thank you
> in advance.
>
> Mike from Jersey.
>
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