What Are Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF)?
Before we get into the pros and cons of ICF (Insulated Concrete Forms), we should talk about what they even are.
On the most basic level, insulated concrete forms (ICF) are like giant lego blocks made out of styrofoam with a hollow center that you pour concrete into.
They are used in the building process to combine the strength and durability of concrete with the insulating properties of foam.
ICF blocks stack nicely together, which makes for a more efficient build. Not to mention the advantages of Insulated Concrete Forms, such as: warmth, comfort, safety, and better sound-resistance and fire-rating.
So How do Insulated Concrete Forms Work?
Building with ICF involves stacking the interlocking forms together to create the desired wall shape and size.
Once your standard ICF blocks and corners are in place, you simply pour concrete into the hollow center of the blocks.
The insulation helps the concrete to cure better and provides continuous insulation on both the interior and exterior sides of the wall.
In conclusion…
Insulated Concrete Forms, or ICF, are used as a more innovative, energy-efficient approach to building.
They can be used for a new home, an addition, a shop, a commercial building and more.
I hope you learned something new about Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF). Check out some of our other posts on the Benefits of ICF.
Until next time,
ICForming
An ICF Company, ICF Installer & ICF Supplier