TAO-Pilipinas, Inc.
"It is time for us to go to the people rather than ask the people, especially the poor, to come to us."
Over the years TAO has produced numerous publications ranging from books to monographs to magazines. For inquiries about our publications, you can send an email to taopublications(at)gmail.com. To get the latest updates on our publications, follow our Instagram account. Below is a list of our publications
Polyeto ng Kaalaman: Alternatibong Materyales at Teknolohiyang Pangkonstrukyon
Bilang 1: Micro-concrete roof tiles
Bilang 2: Compressed earth blocks
Bilang 3: Interlocking compressed earth blocks
Bilang 4: Concrete interlocking blocks
Bilang 5: Wood wool cement-bonded boards
Bilang 6: Coconut fiber-cement board
Publisher: TAO-Pilipinas Inc. with the support of Asian Coalition for Housing Rights and International Institute for Environment and Development (April 2011)
ISBN 978-971-94662-4-6
ISBN 978-971-94662-5-3
ISBN 978-971-94662-6-0
ISBN 978-971-94662-7-7
ISBN 978-971-94662-8-4
ISBN 978-971-94662-9-1
Language: Filipino
36 pages
Dimension: 5.5 x 8.5 inches
PHP100 per set (only limited copies for sale)
This six-part pamphlet introduces alternative building materials that can be used for social housing projects: (1) micro-concrete roof tiles; (2) compressed earth blocks; (3) interlocking compressed earth blocks; (4) concrete interlocking blocks; (5) wood wool cement-bonded board; and (6) coconut fiber-cement board.
A reference especially written for community groups, the pamphlet presents each material’s physical properties, production process and installation method, along with tips for proper use and maintenance and manufacturers information.