ThermoFormed Block Corp.:
Greater Survivability

"Concrete homes have a proven track record of withstanding the ravages of hurricanes, tornadoes and fires, when all the stick-built houses around them are in ruins.


Source: Portland Cement Association

"In fire wall tests, ICFs stood exposure to intense flame without structural failure longer than did common frame walls... it will not support combustion. Also, tests show that its tendency to transmit an outside flame source is less than that of most wood products."
     - Source: Insulating Concrete Form Association

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