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20. Can Lava replace regular concrete in all instances?
19. Is Lava accepted by the building code community?
18. Does Lava work for any climate?
17. What is the texture of the finished walls?
16. Are ecological alternatives to using Portland cement available?
15. What makes Lava a better choice than concrete masonry units (CMU)?
14. What makes Lava a better choice than frame?
13. Is Lava capable of multi-story heights?
12. How thick are Lava walls?
11. How long does it take to build a new home out of Lava material?

LAVA is applicable wherever masonry is applicable.   LAVA is particularly suited to warm desert climates, like the southwest.  Cold to severely cold climates require an additional 1 to 4 inch foam thermal break, similar to masonry. 

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