Alternative Wall Finishes
Brick, Stone, and Vertical Stamped Walls Brick, stone, and manufactured stone are a perfect...
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Composite ICFs Offer Many Advantages
This mission-style residence built with Grid-Wall, a cement-EPS composite, showcases the beauty...
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Finding the Perfect ICF Block
Wide Variety of Blocks means one will be perfect for your project. The chart on the following...
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The End of a Fragmented Industry?
“As long as entrepreneurs think they can save a few dollars by making a new form, it’s going to...
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December 2006/January 2007
ICF Builder Award Ceremony The date and time of the ICF Builder Awards have been finalized. The...
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When you talk to companies doing commercial construction, you will find different pain points than residential construction companies. When making construction method decisions, most owners of commercial projects are looking at two major concerns: return on investment and marketability. Read more: buff.ly/3CYtKtu
While there are similarities between residential and commercial construction decisions, it is not surprising that some factors are far more pertinent to commercial building decisions. Read more: buff.ly/41e3YeF
Water intrusion is one of the biggest problems for any building. The big advantage for ICF walls is that they �do not promote mold or mildew and will not rot or decay. But water still can make its way through an ICF wall assembly if certain procedures are not followed. Read more: buff.ly/3YSMLEK
When asked whether ICF is really the best product, in many (most?) cases, the answer ought to be a resounding “Yes.” But, promoting ICF in situations where it is not truly beneficial to the client is detrimental to the industry as a whole. Read more: buff.ly/48nvFmX
