New Building Materials: Recycling Wind Turbine Blades for Barn Concrete

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As equine architects, our work often involves balancing durability, safety, and sustainability. Building barns and equestrian facilities requires materials that are not only strong and safe but also environmentally responsible. Traditional materials like concrete offer strength and reliability, but they can come with environmental drawbacks. Now, an innovative approach—recycling old wind turbine blades into concrete—presents a promising alternative for sustainable barn construction.

Why Recycle Wind Turbine Blades?

Wind turbines play an essential role in generating clean energy, helping reduce carbon emissions and combat climate change. Unfortunately, they do not last forever- typically, wind turbines […]

Lessons for Next Summer: Tips to Keep Your Stable and Horses Cool During Heat Waves

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Summer Tips: Keep Your Stable and Horses Cool in Heat Waves

With global heat waves becoming more intense, keeping horses cool and comfortable is more challenging than ever. As another hot summer comes to an end, now is the perfect time to reflect on what worked, what didn’t, and how we can better prepare ourselves and our horses for the following years.

1. Ensure Optimal Ventilation

Good airflow is crucial for maintaining a cool stable. Poor ventilation traps heat, humidity, and harmful gases like ammonia from manure. Installing roof vents, ridges, adding windows, or using […]

Solidwool For Your Barn- A New Sustainable Building Material

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Solidwool For Your Barn- A New Sustainable Building Material

Solidwool: A Sustainable New Building Material for Your Barn

For barn owners in search of eco-friendly building materials, Solidwool presents an exciting opportunity! This innovative material, made from wool fibers and bio-resins, forms a durable composite with promising potential, bringing a fresh perspective to sustainable architecture. With its versatility and environmentally friendly attributes, Solidwool shows promise for applications in furniture, interior design, wall panels, and various architectural components. Could Solidwool find its place in barn design and architecture?

A Brief History…

In 2013, Justin Floyd and Hannah Floyd founded Solidwool Ltd. in […]

The Art of Helmet Decoration in Polo: Style vs. Safety

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The Art of Helmet Decoration in Polo

Helmet Decoration in Polo: Balancing Style and Safety

Polo, often associated with elegance and tradition, has a long history of stylish attire. Helmet decoration, akin to trends in various sports, has evolved within polo, becoming a tradition that signifies both individual and team identities on the field while allowing personal expression. Whether it’s incorporating new colors, patterns, or innovative materials, staying current can be an exciting aspect of the game. With the increase popularity of polo over the years, where the sport blends in with fashion and lifestyle vibes, decorating helmets has become a way for players […]

Choosing a Weather Vane for Your Barn

Choosing a Weather Vane for Your Barn

How to Choose the Perfect Weather Vane for Your Barn

Weather vanes, also known as weathervanes, wind vanes, or weather cocks, have been used for centuries to indicate the direction of the wind. Mounted as a fixture on barns and other buildings, weather vanes are practical tools that help farmers and ranchers make decisions about planting, harvesting, and other agricultural activities. As they gained popularity, these simple yet elegant devices became valuable decorative instruments that can add a classic and elegant touch to a building or facility. If you’re looking to add a weather vane to your […]

A Selection of Original Equestrian-Themed Gifts

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A Selection of Original Equestrian

Unique Equestrian-Themed Gifts: A Curated Selection

The equestrian community is full of talented and creative people, so if you are looking for an original gift for yourself or an equestrian friend, there is a plethora of fun and customizable options! Whether for Christmas or an upcoming birthday, your purchase will support a small business and trendy creators within the equestrian community.

Dapple Bay Equestrian:

With many original equestrian accessories, apparel and home décor, the brand motto is “Good Rides Only”, a philosophy that fosters a community of positive and supportive women in the equestrian […]

Choosing a Surveillance Camera for your Barn

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Choosing a Surveillance Camera for your Barn

There are many benefits to owning a simple, or more complex, camera surveillance system at your barn. Whether you want to prevent theft and unwanted visitors at your barn or monitor a pregnant mare without interrupting your other responsibilities, you may be considering investing in a surveillance camera.

Different cameras are available on the market depending on your specific needs. For example, the ability to view camera footage remotely from your phone may be desirable for someone who wants immediate and real time information about what goes on at the barn. Having a camera that has clear night vision and […]

Choosing The Right Tractor for Your Farm

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Choosing The Right Tractor for Your Farm

Choosing The Right Tractor for Your Farm

Selecting the right tractor is one of the most important equipment decisions you will need to make in order to run your farm’s operations. As a significant investment, there are a few things to consider so that you can make an informed purchase decision. Below are some tips to help you choose the most suitable tractor for your needs while limiting unnecessary expenses.

The Size of Your Land:

Generally speaking, the size of your land or property will help determine the type of tractor and accessories needed. While […]

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