Breathable Basements

Fully encapsulated conditioned crawlspace

What is a Conditioned Crawl Space?

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Understanding What Is A Conditioned Crawl Space Right out of the gate, let’s answer the most pressing question – what is a conditioned crawl space? Conditioned crawl spaces, also known as unvented crawl spaces, closed crawl spaces, or sealed crawl spaces, have become a popular choice for homeowners seeking efficient and sustainable solutions for their […]

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Insulated Stem Walls for Conditioned Crawl Spaces  

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Insulated ICF is Better Than Poured Concrete for Stem Walls Using insulated stem walls for conditioned crawl spaces provides many benefits by allowing you to heat and cool your crawl space just like you do your home. Why would you want to condition your crawl space? Wouldn’t that just cost a lot more to heat […]

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Victorian Basement reconstruction

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“I cannot recommend this product enough for anyone seeking a hands-on experience for building or renovating their own home. We used Faswall as our new foundation material for an 1894 Victorian house, and its consistency, stackability and ease of handling and tooling made the project a breeze. No extra cost or wasted material for concrete […]

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Basement Wall Insulation options

Understanding Basement Insulation

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We get so many questions about Basements, and how to best insulate them. If you want to go deep on understanding Basement insulation and water and temperature paths, Building Science has done an exceptional job. Faswall’s system of Natural Insulation for high thermal mass building is even better than these, incorporating insulation into the Faswall Block, […]

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DIY Home Builder Returns to His Roots with Faswall Home

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ICF no foam foundation

Let Faswall Be Your Foundation For a Green Home

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tool crete stucco finishing

A Quick Way to Apply Stucco to a Faswall Home

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Virginia Permaculture Green Home

Healthy Home Construction: The Joys of Designing Your Own Home

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Why Use Faswall for Basements Instead of Conventionally-Poured Concrete?

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