4. Smear mud around the three stones blocking two firewood feeding places and leaving only
one..
Figure 5.100 Mixing soil with water
Figure 5.101 Sprinkling water on the stones
Fixing 5.102 Putting mud around the three stones
Figure 5.103 The completed stove
5. Pack mud all around the three stones until the height of the structure is about the length of the
palm and the fingers.
6. Make a platform inside the fire chamber to act as a pot rest.
7. Smooth the outer and inner sides of the stove.
8. Check for cracks at least after a day and repair with mud where necessary.
9. After a week smear with cow dung mixed with clay and water.
10. Use the stove after three weeks.
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