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Empowering Sustainability: From Green Building Blocks to Eco-Conscious Web Hosting

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At Faswall, we believe in making environmentally conscious decisions that reflect our dedication to sustainability. Our commitment extends beyond merely providing eco-friendly ICF building materials; it’s about integrating sustainability into every facet of our operations. This is why we’ve chosen Brownrice Datacenter for our web hosting needs, a decision that epitomizes our commitment to eco-friendly […]

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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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Our Mold-Resistant Building Materials Are Long Lasting

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Faswall is part of a revolution in mold-resistant building materials and design choices for mold-free construction. To understand why Faswall is one of the best materials to have in your arsenal for mold-resistant building, we have to back up to mold: how it develops, and what material and design choices are best for fighting it.  […]

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Can The Right Building Materials Improve Indoor Air Quality?

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Many people overlook the importance of indoor air quality to their health and comfort in their home. A home that is damp can lead to a constant chilly feeling. IT can also increase allergies and general illness and a sense of feeling unwell. Indoor air quality is so important to people’s health that the Environmental […]

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ICCF vs ICF and Why It Matters

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ICF and ICCF are common abbreviations you’ll see when you start researching non-wood building materials. ICF stands for insulating concrete forms, and ICCF stands for insulating composite concrete forms. These materials are similar as the names suggest. But there are some important and meaningful key differences for those who care about sustainable building and environmental […]

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Non Toxic Insulation

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Many people who want to build non-toxic homes struggle when it comes to choosing non-toxic insulation. Most of the energy used in your home is for heating and cooling. Both hot and cold air escapes easily when insulation is sub-par. There are many types of insulation, but only a couple of options if you’re looking […]

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Why Use Plaster and Stucco as Sustainable Building Finishes?

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Beyond Beauty: Plaster and Stucco are Natural Winners for Sustainable Walls: Many people love plasters and stucco as sustainable building finishes because they look nice. But the advantages of a plaster and/or stucco for walls instead of paint go far beyond appearances. The ingredients in these finishes are found in nature, and they have been […]

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Efficient and Affordable ICCF Family Home 

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Working with Faswall was fast and manageable for these DIY-ers. Rob Story’s efficient and affordable ICCF family home project in northwestern Washington is a home and home office designed as a budget-friendly DIY residence. It is finished with beautiful interior lime plaster and exterior stucco. Rob Story is not a builder by trade, but he […]

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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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4 Tips for Designing a Faswall Home

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