What is the difference in the slump of the concrete in this gable compared to the rest of the walls? Did you use the same mixture for the non loadbearing portions that formed the window openings? They looked rather narrow which would make it difficult to get the concrete to flow evenly especially since excessive vibration is not recommended. What was the rebar sizes used in the different sections of this gable? I have build a couple of ICF homes but never with a gable this complicated. It is great to see continuous ICF. I agree with you not wanting to add exterior wood frame walls and all the potential for air and water leakage that would add to an other wise tight building envelope. It's great to the limits of building with ICF being expanded with fresh designs ideas.
The videos have been great. Just starting with ICF and chose Fox Blocks. Building a retaining wall and elevated patio to start. I have been in construction for 35 plus years and like to do r&d on simple projects that don’t hurt as you get through the learning curve. I plan to build a few extensive additions. Some may have corner windows and definitely gable end walls. plan to minimize wood and keep the termites away, a concrete roof hollow core is not out of the question. Just wondering how the concrete walls compare to other systems of CMU etc. regarding load bearing on the soil? Plan to be below frost line and we’re good ? will certainly get an engineer on board when we are ready.
How expensive is the Gabler ? That cement truck has a minimum load of cement that you must buy or pay a premium the pumper is rented for one little piece because this is the last part of the cement , I could see this being costly.
Staggered 2x6 wall built out to 12" with 2 layers of R24 making R48, vapour barriered or spray foamed would be pretty tight. That said, you built a window not a wall. I'm not sure the gable is going to be the big energy loss problem. I think this is great if it's easier, but sending people down this road just to sell a couple more bucks of product but cause them headaches is counterproductive for you and them.
Fox Blocks pushing the boundaries for ICF construction again. Great work
WOW! nice work
Thanks for expanding my thought process. Good job Glen.
Love ICF. No more stick built housing.
What is the difference in the slump of the concrete in this gable compared to the rest of the walls? Did you use the same mixture for the non loadbearing portions that formed the window openings? They looked rather narrow which would make it difficult to get the concrete to flow evenly especially since excessive vibration is not recommended. What was the rebar sizes used in the different sections of this gable? I have build a couple of ICF homes but never with a gable this complicated. It is great to see continuous ICF. I agree with you not wanting to add exterior wood frame walls and all the potential for air and water leakage that would add to an other wise tight building envelope. It's great to the limits of building with ICF being expanded with fresh designs ideas.
Wow Great video
The videos have been great. Just starting with ICF and chose Fox Blocks. Building a retaining wall and elevated patio to start. I have been in construction for 35 plus years and like to do r&d on simple projects that don’t hurt as you get through the learning curve. I plan to build a few extensive additions. Some may have corner windows and definitely gable end walls. plan to minimize wood and keep the termites away, a concrete roof hollow core is not out of the question. Just wondering how the concrete walls compare to other systems of CMU etc. regarding load bearing on the soil? Plan to be below frost line and we’re good ? will certainly get an engineer on board when we are ready.
Love it
What kind or brand of joist hangers do you use or recommend?
How expensive is the Gabler ?
That cement truck has a minimum load of cement that you must buy or pay a premium the pumper is rented for one little piece because this is the last part of the cement , I could see this being costly.
In this case the gable concrete was placed at the same time as the 2nd floor concrete so there were no minimum load charges.
OK! I love it now show the roof with icf and concrete! no wood! No Shingles!
Staggered 2x6 wall built out to 12" with 2 layers of R24 making R48, vapour barriered or spray foamed would be pretty tight.
That said, you built a window not a wall. I'm not sure the gable is going to be the big energy loss problem. I think this is great if it's easier, but sending people down this road just to sell a couple more bucks of product but cause them headaches is counterproductive for you and them.