Other Benefits of a PolySteel Home

Quieter Living

The combination of concrete encapsulated within high density expanded polystyrene provides a superior barrier to the sounds and noises of the outside environment.

Cleaner Living

A reduction in reactions to respiratory allergies is another comfort factor in a PolySteel structure. The effects of hay fever, asthma and other airborne allergies can be greatly alleviated as a direct result of the reduced leakage of outside air, which brings dust, pollens and other pollutants. Tests have shown that the infiltration and leakage into a PolySteel building is one fourth (1/4) that of conventional walls. In fact, the reduced air leakage of a PolySteel home, used in conjunction with properly installed fresh air exchangers and electrostatic air filters, can result in the best possible living environment available for respiratory allergy sufferers.

Secure Living

A feeling of physical security results from being sheltered by impenetrable steel-reinforced concrete walls, and the peace of mind that comes from knowing that you are living or working in the most energy efficient and environmentally favorable structure.

PolySteel walls are bullet resistant and have been independently tested to withstand flying debris driven by a 250 mph wind.

PolySteel is the first insulating concrete wall system to pass the rigors of a 3-hour fire test without the addition of any wall coverings required to assist in its performance. PolySteel's unique steel ties hold the EPS foam together, further insulating the walls and providing added protection on the side unexposed to the flame. PolySteel's extremely low toxicity, smoke development, and flame spread, make our walls safer from the hazards of fire. The air tightness of PolySteel structures also inhibits the oxygen needed to allow a fire to spread rapidly.

As well as a more energy efficient, quieter, cleaner and more secure homes PolySteel Insulating Concrete Forms (ICF's) are more environmentally responsible.