If you’ve ever had to form a concrete curb with ICF, you already know: it can be a major pain. Between cutting out webs every 8″, wasting EPS, and wrangling form support—especially when you’re working at height—it’s not exactly a builder’s dream. But with Element ICF? That entire process just got a whole lot simpler.
Why Concrete Curbs Matter
Concrete curbs are more than just a nice edge—they’re a critical detail. Whether you’re bearing a concrete or joist floor system directly on the wall, or building a durable exposed curb in a garage, curbs do serious structural work. They need to be done right. And fast.
The Problem with Most ICF Systems
Yes, you can form curbs with almost any ICF system. Some even offer special curb blocks. But even then, here’s what you’re typically in for:
- Cutting webs wherever you want your curb (every 8 inches!)
- Tossing out chunks of block you just paid for
- Installing extra support formwork, especially on the exterior—and good luck with that on the third floor
It all adds up to more time, more materials, and more crew hours.
How Element ICF Keeps It Simple
Element ICF makes forming concrete curbs a breeze. No special blocks. No web cutting. Minimal waste. Minimal form support.
Here’s how it works for a standard 8″ concrete slab (perfect for precast floor slabs):
Bonus: More Curb Options, Same Simple Process
Element ICF’s technical library has full details for:
Wrapping It Up
So, have you heard? Forming concrete curbs doesn’t have to be difficult—or expensive. With Element ICF, you skip the cutting, skip the waste, and skip the hassle.
Keep it simple.
Builders using Element ICF are finishing faster and cleaner, all while staying on budget. If you’re still doing it the old way, it might be time to flip the script—literally.
