: Fill a clear jar halfway with your soil, add water to the top, shake it vigorously, and let it sit overnight.
: The next day, you’ll see distinct layers. Ideally, you want a mix that is roughly 30% clay and 70% sand . adobe house
Before you start digging, you need to know if your soil can actually hold a shape. : Fill a clear jar halfway with your
: The mixture should be a thick, plastic paste. A common test is the "ball test": drop a small ball of the mix; it should splay out slightly without fracturing. add water to the top