Problems in all-paper construction: a pilot study

Abstract The structural properties of paper as low-cost building material are investigated in a pilot study which gives the results of a limited number of tension, creep, and flexure tests. Certain problems encountered in all-paper construction are discussed, the significance of creep is considered, and a mode of failure peculiar to all-paper construction is observed. The structural integrity and flexibility of form available with paper are illustrated by the fabrication and testing of a cylindrical shell.