How Insulating Concrete Forms Work

Insulating Concrete Forms (ICF) has been used in commercial and residential construction in the United States since 1978.

ICF homes do not use a traditional wood frame. Instead, polystyrene blocks or panels are used as forms. (see the three types of Insulating Concrete Forming Systems) Steel Reinforcement is then placed both horizontally and vertically in the forms and concrete is poured inside.

Click here to view the Shea residence being constructed. This home was the winner of the 1995 Residential Concrete Design Award

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