 The jar test: put the mixture you are about to purchase (that you are hoping is clay) in a jar and shake it up. If the mixture falls to the bottom, it's silt, and you're not taking it!
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The jar test: put the mixture you are about to purchase (that you are hoping is clay) in a jar and shake it up. If the mixture falls to the bottom, it's silt, and you're not taking it!
MVG
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 Chris Magwood teaches us the differences between clay and silt, it's a tricky one, but judging by texture, silt is like flour or sand and clay is smooth and silky.
MVG
Chris Magwood teaches us the differences between clay and silt, it's a tricky one, but judging by texture, silt is like flour or sand and clay is smooth and silky.
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It was a really hot day during our workshop.
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This jar contains clay and water. After the shake test, you see the clay sticks to the jar on the top and will crack slightly once it starts to dry. That is a good way to tell.
MVG
The jar test: put the mixture you are about to purchase (that you are hoping is clay) in a jar and shake it up. If the mixture falls to the bottom, it's silt, and you're not taking it!
MVG
Chris Magwood teaches us the differences between clay and silt, it's a tricky one, but judging by texture, silt is like flour or sand and clay is smooth and silky.
MVG
We had a fantastic day learning about what types of bales are the best. The tightest packed and driest are what a builder should be looking for.
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