I am also wondering what can be used as a finish coat on the blocks to make it look more finished, and to fill in all the small cracks and spaces. What do you have on your house Geoffrey?
Wil any type of glazing work
Wil any type of glazing work on these blocks? Is there a certain type of glazing that ou should stay away from, any ingredients that will harm the blocks or cause a break down in them?
glazing types
A water-base acrylic glazing is recommended. It will allow the wall to breathe. If you use an oil-based glazing, it will seal the wall and, when moisture gets in, it will be trapped.
I refer you to Interlocking Compressed Earth Blocks, Volume II: Manual of Construction for various ways to finish an ICEB house.
The CVBT markets a clear acrylic glazing. We had located one supplier in Indonesia. We are still looking for one with a good reputation for a good quality product.
My house is painted with 2 coats of our Diamond Brand Glazing.