Exterior Wall Thickness: How Thick Should Your Walls Be?
The exterior wall thickness of a home significantly impacts the house’s energy efficiency, disaster resistance, and IEQ. Learn how thick exterior walls should be.
Vertical vs. Horizontal ICF: Pros and Cons
Both vertical and horizontal ICFs construction create moisture- and disaster-resistant walls with excellent R‑values. But which is the better ICF wall?
ICC 500 Missile Impact Testing Requirements for Storm Shelters and Safe Rooms
Fox Blocks announces that their ICF wall assembly passed the ICC 500 required Missile Impact test used to determine compliance of storm shelter and safe room design and construction from flying debris in severe high-wind weather events.
Why ICF Construction is Perfect for Oklahoma Homes in Tornado Alley
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.
Understanding ICC 500 Storm Shelter Requirements and the Best Materials to Utilize
Aluminum Stud Problems and a Better Alternative
Understanding Insurance Trends for Wood vs. Concrete Midrise Buildings
The Best Way to Approach High R Value Wall Construction
Pool House Construction: Costs, Materials, Plans, and More