From our earth to your home.
We believe your home should not only be comfortable—it should keep you healthy too.
“Over 1 million homes built each year in the U.S. are assembled and glued together from petrochemical-based materials. From vinyl floors and siding, plastic lumber to acrylic paints, and asphalt shingles, there is little awareness of their effects on your health. In return, studies show that 40-60% of building occupants experience symptoms related to Sick Building Syndrome.”
Hempcrete is completely natural and free from synthetics, making it a non-toxic, VOC-free building material.
Make the healthy decision—build it with Hempcrete.
Hempcrete
Hempcrete... not a new idea
Hempcrete structures have been around for hundreds of years. Lime has been used for millennia, yet these historic materials have been lost in our modern-day building. At dP+B, we understand the importance and benefits of reincorporating historic materials into our building process, providing our clients with the healthiest building options every step of the way.
Hemp + Lime
Hemp is one of the oldest crops domesticated by humans. Like other plants, hemp absorbs carbon dioxide during photosynthesis. But because it grows particularly quickly, reaching up to 15 feet tall within 120 days, hemp can take in more carbon than trees do on an annual basis. When turned into a building material, it can capture this carbon and store it for as long as the structure remains intact.
Healthy Building
Hempcrete, or hemp + lime, is an eco-friendly building material. It blends hemp fibers with a lime-based binder, creating a bio-composite. It has been shown to inhibit the spread of viral and bacterial infections, allergic reactions, asthma, and other respiratory conditions. It is pest-, fire-, and mold-resistant, toxic-free, and 100% decomposable.
Hempcrete’s porous material structure allows it to store and release heat, creating a naturally warm and comfortable interior. This reduces the need for heating and cooling systems, making your home more energy efficient. Additionally, the insulation properties of hempcrete make it ideal for use in areas with extreme temperatures, helping to regulate indoor temperatures and improve overall comfort. Hempcrete also provides outstanding air quality. Due to its vapor-permeable nature, hempcrete is a “breathable” material, meaning it regulates humidity and allows air to flow freely, improving indoor air quality. This is especially crucial in buildings where airtight construction can result in pollutant accumulation and poor air quality.
