PolySteel Insulating Concrete Forms Benefits
PolySteel Forms provide a variety of benefits to our environment. No
harmful CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons) are used to manufacture PolySteel,
job site scraps can be recycled, uses 50-80% less energy for heating
and cooling, which saves our natural resources. PolySteel directly
reduces the use of lumber, helping to save our valuable forests.
Resistant to Tornados, Hurricanes, Earthquakes and Fire
PolySteel provides exceptional resistance to tornados, hurricanes, and
earthquakes as well as fire protection, making a PolySteel home the
safest place for your family. PolySteel walls are 2 to 4 times
stronger than the maximum design wind load required by the Uniform
Building Code. These walls have been independently tested to
withstand flying debris driven by a 250 mph wind.PolySteel walls also
minimize damage in the event of a flood.
American PolySteel is the first insulating concrete wall system to
pass the rigors of a four-hour fire test. The unique steel ties hold
the EPS foam together, further insulating the walls and providing
added protection on the side unexposed to the flame. The air tightness
of the structures also inhibits the oxygen needed to allow a fire to
spread rapidly.
Save on Energy and Initial Building Costs
You can save at least 33% on energy costs over 2x6 wood frame
construction with R-19 insulation! But, depending on where you live,
your actual savings are likely to be 50-80%! PolySteel's high
insulation value may qualify you for additional energy credits and
PolySteel homes typically appraise higher than wood-frame homes. In
most areas, your PolySteel home can be insured for 15-25% less than
conventional houses, because of its resistance to fire, tornados,
hurricanes, and earthquakes. Be sure to ask your insurance provider
for an ICF discount rate.
PolySteel forms are easy to install, saving valuable construction
time. PolySteel structures provide a better quality of living. They
provide a quieter, cleaner, more secure home. PolySteel reduces air
infiltration by 75%, eliminating drafts and halting the "invasion" of
dust and pollen.
Resistant to Toxic Mold and Termites
PolySteel is mold resistant. Toxic mold is one of the most alarming
issues facing home owners and home buyers today. Mold requires an
organic material such as wood on which to grow. The PolySteel form
contains NO organic material.
PolySteels molded-in steel furring strips provide solid, secure
attachments for any interior or exterior finish you desire. It can be
easily cut and shaped to create virtually any design you choose. It is
light-weight and its tongue-and-groove design holds each form securely
in place. Help protect your investment by building with PolySteel.
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