ICF Builders in Kansas
What Are Insulated Concrete Forms?
Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs) are blocks or
panels of concrete, usually reinforced with rebar.
They can consist of cement, polystyrene foam,
polyurethane or sometimes cement bonded wood
fiber.
One reason ICFs are considered "Green" is that
they often use a mixture of recycled wood and
cement.
They are also very strong and can resist strong
winds. ICFs are very popular in areas that are
susceptible to hurricanes, and builders and
residents in the midwest have taken note of the
ability of structures built with Insulated Concrete
Forms to withstand Tornado strength winds.
In fact, ICFs have become popular to use in
construction of "tornado safe structures" for
people who live in these areas.