Hello,
I am planning to build a small shed on Värmdö outside Stockholm that will be insulated with hemp lime. I had intended to start on July 1st, but I'm behind schedule with my construction, so now I'm aiming to build the frame in August, and it will likely spill over into September since I'm inexperienced, doing it part-time, and from what I've learned from the little I've built is that it never gets done on time. It simply has to take the time it takes, but the problem is that hemp lime should not be cast when it's too cold or wet. You also preferably want to cast the walls, fill the roof with hemp, and finally put on the roof.
Since time is running out, I've started making a plan B. If it's not possible to cast in the fall, I'll do it in the spring, and I would appreciate advice on how to protect the frame during the winter.
1. Can I let a wooden frame stand without a roof during the winter, and what should I cover it with if so, that isn't too expensive? In the worst case, if it makes it possible, I'll put the roof on this fall, but I'd prefer to avoid that because of the technique I'm going to use for casting.
2. Should I use pressure-treated wood or treat the wood in another way? It might go somewhat against the whole principle of a natural, healthy house in hemp. The frame will be visible on the inside of the house.
3. Is there anyone here on the forum who knows something about hemp lime and has an understanding of drying times during the fall?
Many thanks!
