Event for builders and self-builders

This Saturday there’s a special event highlighting the benefits of a modern method of construction that should be of interest to builders and self-builders.

Castle Forms Insulated Construction Systems are hosting a free information day on Saturday 20 September at Rochestown Park Hotel from 10am-5pm on the benefits of building your home with ICF.

ICF Therm is a leading ICF (insulated concrete formwork) system, offers a proven alternative to traditional building methods.

Experts will be available during the event on Saturday to answer any questions people may have about design and construction, including product displays and videos.

Key benefits of ICF Therm

· Choice - Available in three different block widths: 310mm, 335mm and 360mm.

· Versatile - Straight & corner panels are flippable, with no top or bottom edge.

· Fast - Experienced installation crews can achieve 150m²-200m² of wall area/week, with minimal mechanical equipment and power tools.

· Improved programme - ICF Therm walls are assembled in less time, allowing supporting trades to get on-site faster.

· Pre-assembled - ICF Therm blocks are delivered pre-assembled, leading to faster wall assembly.

· Robust - ICF Therm blocks are designed to withstand the pressures of wet concrete with pours up to 3 metres in height.

· Simple installation - Assembly of the ICF Therm system requires training and skill, but this is minimal compared to other forms of modern construction methods.

· Fabricated locally - Requires less labour than a traditional building project.

· Designer-friendly - Ideal for innovative or unusual design features, which allow for freeform shapes.

· Less waste - Off-cut ICF Therm blocks are easily incorporated into the courses of follow-on walls.

· Lightweight - ICF Therm components are lightweight and easy to handle.

· Easy to clad - Inserts moulded into each panel allow for easy mechanical fixing of a wide range of external cladding, including stone or brick.

· Energy-efficient - The insulation properties of polystyrene and the unique design of the cavity closers around windows and doors openings create a comfortable living environment all year round, keeping energy bills low.

· Made in Ireland - ICF Therm is produced in a modern manufacturing facility in Portlaoise, which ensures a fast turnaround time.

ICF-Therm can be used in a wide variety of different building projects, such as:

· self-build homes

· extensions

· residential developments

· nursing homes

· commercial projects

· hotels & schools

· swimming pools

See castleforms.com for more or email darach@castleforms.com or call 085-1646038.