Determination of The Proper Mixtures of Ellis County Soils For Adobe Construction

Author

Buster W. Read, Fort Hays Kansas State College

Department

Physics

Degree Name

Master of Science (MS)

Abstract

The purpose of this investigation was to determine whether the soils of Ellis County could be used to form waterproof soil blocks that might be used for construction. In the investigation eight soils found in the county were employed and several stabilizers added to each in varying amounts to determine if the specific soils could be rendered waterproof. Several types of paint finishes were tested. The work was divided into three main parts: (1) Survey of Ellis County Soils; (2) Selection of soil material with respect to shrinkage; and (3) Treatment of soils with respect to waterproofing.

Keywords

Soil surveys, Adobe brick, Natural construction materials, Ellis County (Kan.), Dirt, Fort Hays State University, Farms

Advisor

Dr. Harvey A. Zinszer

Date of Award

Spring 1948

Document Type

Thesis

DOI

10.58809/PEVT9313

Recommended Citation

Read, Buster W., "Determination of The Proper Mixtures of Ellis County Soils For Adobe Construction" (1948). Master's Theses. 411.
DOI: 10.58809/PEVT9313
Available at: https://scholars.fhsu.edu/theses/411

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