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Publication Review

Title: Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF)
Author: Path, 2005
File: Free Technical Guide, PDF 62.4 KB, 18 pages
Audience: Written for builders, designers. But good for homeowners with some prior knowledge of construction.

Review
Technical review of insulated concrete forms or ICFs, its strengths and weaknesses as a building material

Issues covered include:

• description of ICFs
• types of ICFs
• attributes
• ease of implementation
• initial cost
• operational cost
• code acceptance
• structural design
• termite protection
• installation
• basic construction steps & tips
• changes in current practices likely
• HVAC sizing
• warranty
• benefits/costs

Detail drawing include:

• close up photo of ICF

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