What is the make up of the daub? Is it clay or loam or a mixture, dung, straw, sand, perhaps blood and sweat. These materials in combination with the lime have a drying quality, clay on its own works similar to lime in that it wicks moisture away and dries quickly. Concrete does just the opposite, it attracts moisture and holds it, perpetuating that 3 letter word, ROT.

What is the climate, is it wet and warmer, temps, cold, does it ever snow? Things seem to be quite lush but still some trees have no leaves. How does the climate effect the ability of these buildings to withstand? Maintenance goes a long way, too.

Ken, these are great photos and comments, thanks.

Tim