Tag Archives: walls

Fawning Over Foundations

Posted on June 25, 2008 by jeremybell

When it comes to foundation construction in Canada, there are essentially 3 methods to consider: Block, Poured or ICF. Each is made with concrete, they all must be constructed on top of a concrete footing, and proper waterproofing, insulation and … Continue reading →

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Under The Garage

Posted on June 23, 2008 by jeremybell

I don’t believe this is particularly common, but we’re planning on building two extra rooms in our basement by excavating the space under our garage. In a typical garage, the floor is simply a concrete slab that sits on top … Continue reading →

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SIPs 'n Sticks

Posted on June 6, 2008 by jeremybell

SIPs, or Structural Insulated Panels, is another eco-friendly alternative we’re considering for this project. As you can see above, the concept is pretty simple—a layer of insulating foam is sandwiched between 2 pieces of structural board, which creates fully insulated … Continue reading →

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