Bichler Gravel and
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Insulated Concrete Forms by
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Commonly known as ICFs (Insulated
concrete forms), these have recently become a very popular choice for basement
and even home wall construction across the country and in the UP. They are
made of two parallel pieces of high density polystyrene connected by plastic ties
forming blocks with interlocking edges so that they can be stacked like
legos™.
Concrete is then poured in the middle cavity producing a very strong, air-tight,
and well-insulated wall. Dry wall screws can be driven into the plastic
tie ends for attaching gypsum board or other items to the wall. A
BuildBlock wall form
has an equivalent R-value of 22. A complete wall with concrete and a
BuildBlock wall form can have an effective R-value range of 30 to 50.
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Features
- Ready to stack. No onsite assembly required; start installing right off the truck.
- Reversible. Straight and corner forms are fully reversible; no top or bottom, left or right.
- Standard Size. Industry-standard 16" high forms produce less waste when cutting around doors and windows.
- Interlocking. Blocks easily stack and securely lock into place.
- 21/2" Foam
Panels. Allow easy accommodation of electrical and plumbing
installations.
- High-density, Molded-in Plastic Webs.
8 webs spaced on 6-inch centers makes for a stronger form than the 8-inch spacing found in many other ICFs. Greater strength, more value.
- Symmetrical Web Design. Produces two identical halves when form is cut in tow horizontally.
- Rebar Support. Deep, snap-in rebar fingers hold two 5/8" rebar in place with no need for tying steel.
- Open Web Design. Interior rebar
saddles proved rebar support without compromising concrete flow.
- Extra Heavy-duty Attachment Points (400lbs.+). Located every 8 inches, allowing for super secure attachment of bracing or heavy cabinetry.
Benefits
- Save significant money on your energy
bills
- Your investment is protected
- Unmatched structural strength
- Outside winds do not affect inside
comfort
- Healthier living without dusts and
pollens
- Asthmatics, allergy sufferers,
children, and seniors rest easy
- Outside noises stay outside
- Warm, consistent inside temperatures
- Your family and home are protected
- Ultimate in design flexibility
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