[Strawbale] moisture control

[Chris Green]

Jefferson Davis wrote:
> I'm in the process of stuccoing my strawbale home. Are there any 
> recommendations, other than a good exhaust fan, for moisture control in 
> the bathrooms or utility room w/ washer/dryer?
>   
I'd recommend having a pan under the washing machine to catch any 
overflow or leaks. These should be plumbed into the waste lines like one 
would plumb a shower stall pan.
The one company I know about is FloodSaver. I presume there are others.
http://www.floodsaver.com/index.html

I also just got a pair of Floodchek hoses sent to me from Florida and 
will be installing them in the next day or so. $36.95 plus $8.95 S&H. 
Guaranteed for 20 years.
http://www.floodchek.com 

Make sure the washing machine drain hose isn't touching the concrete 
floor, if you have one: the hose will vibrate as time passes and rub 
against the concrete. Eventually it will leak: this happened to a friend 
of mine's machine recently. Fortunately she discovered it while it was 
just a tiny leak.

Cheers,

Chris Green.