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Insulating Concrete Forms (ICFs) - ToolBase TechSpecs

May 2009     

This overview of insulating concrete forms includes basic information about what they are, the costs, benefits and drawbacks, and real-world feedback from field evaluations.

ICFs TechSpecs explains what it takes to switch from conventional wood wall construction, what to consider when determining if ICFs are right for your next project, steps to take if you decide use this technology, and additional resources for more information.

Prepared for:
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

Prepared by:
NAHB Research Center

4 pages