To be filed under: something we’d like to own for our idyllic, bread-baking, seed-sprouting, whole-grain life in the future. In truth, none of us at Remodelista has ever ground our own flour, but we have friends who swear by the benefits (better flavor, far more nutritious). And we were so delighted by the look of these wooden home mills, grain silos, and companion accessories by Hawos of Germany that we’re ready to start—or, at least, to contemplate welcoming these accessories into our tiny kitchens.
Ready to consider milling your own flour for bread baking? My friend Giti Koenig has been doing it for years. She orders whole grains online from Azure Market, mills the amount of flour she needs (it doesn’t keep for long), and makes Mark Bittman’s much-celebrated No-Knead Bread from Jim Lahey: “Using a sourdough starter, it takes me a total of about three minutes to make a loaf. At one point, I was baking a loaf a day.”
Want to try baking with small-batch flour before committing to your own mill? Heidi Swanson of 101 Cookbooks recommends Cainspring Mills and Hayden Flour Mills as two good sources.
For more package-free living ideas, check out our latest book, Remodelista: The Low-Impact Home.
Also see:
- 6 Low-Impact Deconstructed Kitchens
- Steal This Look: The Low-Impact Kitchen
- Found Space: An Architect Couple’s Laundry Closet, Under-Stair Storage, and Postage Stamp Powder Room
- Gift Guide: 13 Presents for the Low-Impact Kitchen
Frequently asked questions
What is Hawos?
Hawos is a company from Germany that specializes in grain storage silos and flour mills.
What products does Hawos offer?
Hawos offers a range of grain storage silos and flour mills.
What are grain storage silos?
Grain storage silos are specially designed storage units used for storing and preserving grains.
What are the benefits of using grain storage silos?
Grain storage silos offer benefits like efficient storage, protection against pests, and improved grain quality.
What are flour mills?
Flour mills are machines used to grind grains into flour, typically used for baking purposes.
What are the features of Hawos' grain storage silos?
Hawos' grain storage silos are known for their quality construction, easy maintenance, and reliable performance.
Are Hawos' products suitable for home use?
Yes, Hawos' grain storage silos and flour mills are designed for both commercial and home use.
Where can I purchase Hawos' products?
Hawos' products can be purchased through their official website or authorized retailers.
Does Hawos offer any warranty for their products?
Yes, Hawos provides a warranty for their grain storage silos and flour mills to ensure customer satisfaction.
Are Hawos' products customizable?
Yes, Hawos offers customization options for their grain storage silos and flour mills to meet specific customer requirements.
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