Thistleflux & CraftyCamper
Thistleflux Thistleflux
CraftyCamper CraftyCamper
Thistleflux Thistleflux
I spotted a patch of moss on that north-facing wall and it’s doing a full cycle in just a few weeks—have you ever tried turning a living wall into an improvised insulation layer for a lean‑to?
CraftyCamper CraftyCamper
Sounds like a mossy blanket in action, but remember it can hold a lot of water. If you line it with a waterproof tarp and keep the base dry, it could add a layer of insulation, especially if you get a bit of moss to act like a natural sponge. Just watch the moisture and make sure the walls stay ventilated so you don’t end up with a damp lean‑to.
Thistleflux Thistleflux
Nice, a moss blanket—so long as I keep a hygrometer near the wall, I’ll know when the sponge goes from chill to soggy. Maybe lay a small layer of gravel on top before the tarp, so any excess water has a path. Keeps the lean‑to breathing, not drowning.
CraftyCamper CraftyCamper
Gravel is a good idea—keeps the moisture moving and gives the moss something to drip onto. Just make sure the gravel layer isn’t too thick, or you’ll be adding a new weight to the lean‑to that the wind could try to knock off. A shallow rim of stone should do the trick and keep your “moss blanket” breathing.