do you build with ICF construction?
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Mary Ann
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There are a few people who build with ICF. Some builders use Superior Walls, which is a similar product.
Darby C
on Feb 09, 2011
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When we plan to build our larger home on our New Mexico land, I'm planning to use Rastra blocks...these are a type of icf. http://www.rastra.com/ Stucco can be applied directly to the forms.
KMS Woodworks
on Feb 09, 2011
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thanx for the product info KMS
Yamini LEED AP at Urbanmotifs
on Feb 10, 2011
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So, ICF is Insulating Concrete Form. It is a normal concrete with insulation in it. How does that work? Does it cost a lot more? Is it worth it?
James A
on Feb 10, 2011
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An ICF is basically over sized strofoam hollow bricks, these are stacked and concrete is poured inside to provide the strength. Rebar is used to strengthen the concrete. When this in completed you have a concrete wall with thick foam on the inside and outside, they are well insulated and can have r values up to 50.
KMS Woodworks
on Feb 10, 2011
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That sounds like a winner. If you're looking for a contractor who works with ICF, Mary Ann, check here: http://concrete.networx.com/#sg=2 I'm from Blue Ridge, and can tell you you'll probably have a tough time finding someone local. Looking around the greater Atlanta area would probably provide more success.
Brent B
on Feb 10, 2011
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