Concrete Construction Types

There are a number of ways to construct concrete saferooms. The three most common methods are with ICFs, concrete masonry and conventionally cast concrete.

Basic saferoom design with concrete blocks, traditionally cast concrete, and for 4- and 6-inch flat ICF walls and 6-inch waffle grid ICF walls may be found in the FEMA publication Taking Shelter From the Storm: Building A Safe Room Inside Your House, which includes construction plans, materials, and construction cost estimates. It's available from FEMA at no charge by calling toll free (800) 480-2520.

For additional information on ICF safe rooms contact Polysteel at (800) 977-3676 or Lite-Form International at (800) 551-3313.

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