mud and clay

mud and clay

Included in the most basic building materials are mud and clay. Mud is typically used as a type of concrete and for insulation. Mud and clay have excellent thermal-mass qualities and keep the indoor temperatures at a constant level. Overall, mud and clay are highly available, low-cost, energy-efficient, high-performance, ecologically green materials, but they may require constant maintenance and structural support. See also: Biomaterials