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  • See? Not overkill. But the need for insulation and wiring does preclude the use of 2x4 stud walls.

    As a side note - I have an uncle who tried to build a house using only metric back in the late 70s as a way of supporting Carter's push for the metric system. He gave up after 3 weeks.

  • 96'' divided by 16" = 6 sections.
    Insulation is available in appropriate depths/widths and slots in nicely between the studs.
    Romex is threaded through various holes drilled through the studs to plug and switch points.
    What's not to work?

  • Zigactly. Pier and beam foundations and stud walls are just so much easier.

    Most of Europe uses masonry for their houses. I understand the choice but damn it's hard to change anything without creating a ton of dust.

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