Hemp Building Materials
We process locally grown cannabis straw to produce building-grade hurd for use in cast hemp-lime or 'hempcrete' construction projects in Tasmania.
The key benefits of hempcrete in construction are:
- Carbon-Negative Building Material. Hemp absorbs COâ‚‚ during its growth cycle, and that carbon is permanently locked into hempcrete, actively removing carbon from the atmosphere.
- Non-Combustible & Fire-Resistant. Properly constructed hempcrete walls are non-combustible and can achieve flame-zone ratings. They are able to withstand direct flame exposure without igniting, making them ideal for bushfire-prone regions.
- Exceptional Thermal Performance. Hempcrete naturally regulates temperature, maintaining stable indoor conditions year-round with minimal mechanical heating or cooling, significantly reducing operational energy use over a building's lifetime.
- Healthier Indoor Air Quality. Peer-reviewed research shows hempcrete buildings deliver significantly better indoor air quality compared to conventional construction.
- Hypoallergenic Living Environment. Hempcrete is naturally resistant to mold and allergens, making it ideal for people with asthma or allergies.
- No Toxic Off-Gassing. Eliminates VOCs and chemical emissions common in conventional materials like paints, carpets, and synthetic insulation.
- Durable & Disaster-Resilient. Hempcrete structures are more likely to survive extreme weather and natural disasters compared to traditional builds.
- Fully Compostable at End of Life. Unlike conventional materials, hempcrete can be composted rather than sent to landfill, supporting a true circular economy.