What is the Optimal Foundation Wall Thickness?
A concrete foundation wall’s thickness plays an integral role in its long-term strength and durability. Local building codes mandate the foundation specifications, addressing conditions that affect the foundation thickness.
What is a Shear Wall and How Does it Protect Your Building?
Construction of a shear wall includes materials and design that enhance a structure’s stiffness, strength, and ductility in order to withstand lateral forces from severe winds and earthquakes.
Fox Blocks Series
For proven strength and performance, the Fox Blocks Series is the basis for successful foundations, walls and buildings.
What fasteners are recommended for ICFs?
Fox Blocks has conducted numerous fastener tests for pull-out strength and shear capacity for various fasteners – screws, ring shank nails and staples into the plastic webs. The recommendation for interior and exterior applications of finish materials is for the use of screws which provide the best holding capacity into the plastic webs or fastening strips in the forms which are identified on each block.
The EPS insulation does not provide any holding capacity for fasteners.
Building for the Future: Exploring ICF Construction in Washington State
Block Foundations vs. Poured Foundations: A Comprehensive Analysis
Choosing the right foundation is a significant decision in commercial construction. This article explores the differences between block and poured foundations, providing insights into their benefits and potential drawbacks.
4 Alternative Materials for Wood in Construction
Wood has been a staple in construction for centuries. From the humble log cabin to the towering skyscrapers of modern metropolises, wood always seems to find its place in construction.
Tips for Designing ICF House Plans With a Walkout Basement