3. 22′ Foundation Wall Construction

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2a. Layout for Gravel Ring Foundation

2b. Layout for Concrete Piers Foundation

2c. Layout for Insulated Concrete Forms Foundation

Constructing the Foundation Wall

WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS

3-W1 – Foundation Wall Construction

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3-W2 – ICF/Concrete Above Grade Wall Package

Click on the link to view and print the written instructions for installing the “ICF/Concrete Above Grade Wall Package” required on an ICF/Concrete above grade wall prior to starting the dome structure.

DIAGRAMS

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3-D2 – Nail & Screw Patterns Step 3 – Wall Framing & Siding

Click on the link to view and print the diagram showing the nail and screw patterns for fabricating the foundation wall and installing the siding.

3-D3 – ICF/Concrete Above Grade Wall Sill Plate Detail

Click on the link to view and print the diagram showing a cross section of anchoring to an ICF or Concrete above grade wall.

VIDEOS

3-V1 – Foundation Wall Construction

Note: This video shows a 26′ dome and siding on a 22′ dome. The process is the same for all dome sizes. Refer to the Nail & Screw Patterns Diagram above for specifics for your dome size.

3-V2 – Joining the Wall Sections

3-V4 – Checking for Round and Level

Note: This video shows a 33′ dome. The same process will be used on all dome sizes. The radius measurement for the 22′ dome is 10′ 10-1/4″.

3-V4 – ICF/Concrete Above Grade Wall Package Installation

Note: This video shows a 42′ dome. The 22′ dome only gets two concrete screws per sill plate.


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