Answering Questions About ICFs
What is an Insulated Concrete Form (ICF)? That is the question I get asked all the time when...
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Timing For Concrete Placement
The placement of concrete in an ICF wall is the most exciting part of the build. This stage of the...
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July/August 2023 News
ICF Builder Awards Open For Entries Entries are now being accepted for the annual ICF Builder...
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Design Perspectives: Defining ICF’s Identity as a Green Material
The “Heaven on 11” home in McCall, Idaho, was designed by Innovative Drafting & Design LLC. It...
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From the ICFMA: Six Ways ICFs Are Truly Green
An aerial view of 2021 Habitat for Humanity homes in...
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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
