Building a basement using ICF
15 May 2020
Overview
The Project
Using an insulating concrete formwork product such as Warmerwall, manufactured by PolySteel, is a straight forward way to create a retaining basement wall with built-in insulation.
How to build a basement using ICF
Developer Boyce Enterprises wished to maximise the floor space within a tight building plot located on a residential street. To achieve this, ICF was selected for its space efficiency and speed of construction. ICF also provides excellent insulation values, energy efficiency and acoustic properties.
Build Type
A 3 bedroom semi detached family home with full height basement living space.
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