Commonly known as ICF’s (Insulated concrete forms), these have recently become a very popular choice for basement and even home wall construction across the country and in the U.P. 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. 

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 cutting doors & windows.
• Interlocking. Fox Block’s large interlock has many benefits including minimized movement during concrete placement.
• 2 5/8” Foam Panels. Allow easy accommodation of electrical and plumbing installations.
• Extended Corners. Reversible corners are 16” longer than other ICF’s, which eliminates one full straight block for every three corners used.
• Reversible T Block. Two ties at the intersection of the “T” give maximum strength and attachment.
• Rebar Support. Rebar notches are designed to lap rebar on top of each other to ensure proper concrete placement.
• Fox Buck. A window and door buck to create solid concrete barriers against drafts and moisture penetration.
• Energy Stick. A graphite coated polystyrene panel that is inserted between the plastic ties and to the outside face of the wall, ensuring an R-9 boost to the R-value.

Benefits

• Save significant money on your energy bills
• 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 design flexibility