0000002165 00000 n endstream endobj 19 0 obj <>stream My parent's house has a Superior Walls foundation and it looks ready for electricity, drywall, flooring, and ceiling work. 8 44 Because a Superior Walls wall panel is constructed with a high-performance concrete mix and lined with closed-cell foam insulation, it prevents the free fl ow of moisture through the wall panel. Pro tip: If the floor joists are sagging or there's ductwork in the way, you may have to lift the top of the wall in first and slide the bottom plate into place. Technical Design & Finishing Guide Superior Walls are pre-engineered as residential basement and foundation walls for detached one- and two-family dwellings and multiple single-family dwellings (townhouses) not more than three stories in height with a separate means of egress. 8 0 obj <> endobj Homeowner Guide. Modifications. Superior Walls precast insulated concrete wall panels are dimensionally accurate and install quickly to form a strong, energy efficient foundation for easy to finish new home construction and green building. 0000002032 00000 n 0000009487 00000 n Introduction Turn your unfinished basement into beautiful, functional living space. �/�ȍ�5����k�N�� �m��|��:����9,�o���}l�|��&;/{@���9��_x��/ʌ�D�Џ֨�ܫ�Xk�=��l���_���׀����Y�9��>�U֬3�[�x�����Ve�S����2�` �h�w�B��&��K�� ��kM Solid concrete studs provide support, as does a built-in concrete footer that rests on a sub-footer of clean crushed stone. endstream endobj 9 0 obj <>>> endobj 10 0 obj <>/ExtGState<>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageC]/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/TrimBox[0.0 0.0 612.0 792.0]/Type/Page>> endobj 11 0 obj <> endobj 12 0 obj <> endobj 13 0 obj <> endobj 14 0 obj <> endobj 15 0 obj <> endobj 16 0 obj [40 0 R] endobj 17 0 obj <>stream 0000006240 00000 n Have been tossing around the idea of … Superior Walls precast concrete foundations are the best solution for residential builders looking for reliable scheduling, efficient one-day installation, ready to finish convenience, energy code performance, and a manufacturer’s limited warranty. 0000031650 00000 n It might even be cheaper once you add the money that was saved on time. Option Two: 2×2 Furring Strips with Foam. The building code may require that you cover the added insulation with a thermal barrier (drywall). 0000002673 00000 n Q. For areas where there will be objects fastened to the finished walls between existing studs, install appropri- Rev: 01/2016 SPEEDY INSTALLATION. 0 Adding a Door (PDF) Adding a Door. Professionally Installed Drywall-Free Walls: The Owens Corning Basement Finishing System is a finished-basement solution installed by professionals in about two weeks that incorporates finished walls, ceiling and floor. <]/Prev 459684>> Superior Walls foundations are produced in our factory-controlled indoor environments, keeping building materials warm and dry. Superior manufacturing = a Superior product. Superior Stone Finish is typically applied in one or two coats, trowel applied with a stainless steel trowel. Smooth to match approved sample. Apply the coating to the thickness of the aggregate taking care to avoid trowel marks in the finish surface. Think of Superior Walls panels as the “bones” of your house. Re: Superior walls foundation system I know this is an old post, but for those who are interested, I did a spec house with superior walls. 0000009154 00000 n m Provides superior finish m Sands without clogging sanding tool Applications m Finishes joints and cornerbead m Spots fasteners m Skims and textures m Repairs cracks in plaster walls Package Details Pail: 4.5 gal (28 kg) Carton: 3.5 gal (22.7 kg) Approximate Coverage 123-140 lbs/9 gal per 1,000 sq ft Lightweight Ready Mix 51 0 obj <>stream interior Finishing of Superior walls Panels • Corner Studs and Blocking– Always use preservative-treated lumber for corner studs and nailers placed against the concrete. 0000031581 00000 n Home Owners Guide - Conveniently located in the back of the Builder Guideline Booklet or available to DOWNLOAD HERE. 0000003184 00000 n 0000001176 00000 n ���nѦB ~$�@)���Η�"�g�$��i����܁�X7a��>&���GC%��'�]9�U��;�����%l�g�PuL��x�$r��� w�� DG��'��'!� �)�FO�,��W���ˣ;< (� OË��`w> �I��n��u��ˠ��Q�=��O�ڇ�E�����@m7(��L��F�7s�Yu�j��k��y���V��/�`�����xx���Ɖ?�z@�{�ԑQ0�+`�b��L��ױ1�qpv��N��L&i��L��K���Z�mS�T�ؠ4,��(�8��L��q�+e0�(�PV��� �aбb�*�ҥF�,{r�#��9� F�T�e[noV���M�����{6�=�b�QN� ��ħQ�P|:�j{'u9��(s�~���c@��4~Oēp�L`9@��!�CP�5�Z�M��Eu �h��0op��G����Q�1��БvC�T\E"���D �k�͆�R@0�@�{r�I��dQ�A�A�~��c4r�C�=�L���c�D�@�_�MS���A W� Any exterior surface works great with Superior Walls: brick, stone, stucco, wood or vinyl siding, even log-facade. 0000007645 00000 n Feb 11, 2016 - Working on finalizing plans for an addition for my own home. 0000008366 00000 n 0000031730 00000 n 0000113799 00000 n Re: finishing basement walls I'm in upstate NY, and I've done quite a few of these over the years, and yeah they can get you thinking. 0000005975 00000 n Superior Walls panels are produced with a brushed finish that may simply be left as is, or that readily accepts multiple exterior finishes like paint, stucco, cultured/manufactured stone, or stone or brick veneer through the use of ledges that are cast onto the walls during the manufacturing process. Has anyone finished a Superior Walls basement before? 0000043370 00000 n How about interior finishing? 0000012070 00000 n DRY, START TO FINISH; DRY, START TO FINISH. 0000010119 00000 n 0000001576 00000 n 0000005458 00000 n 0000069005 00000 n Uncategorized. All the studs are in place, but I am uncertain of what else is necessary to finish the basement. 0000009179 00000 n 0000004516 00000 n To minimize joints, use the longest length panels available and o˚ set all end joints in adjacent rows. These basement walls are the BEST if you're wanting an energy-efficient home. 0000006770 00000 n trailer House was a 2300 square foot ranch with 8' basement and 2 car garage and brickledge all the way around. The second and least popular option in this guide on “how to finish a basement with poured concrete walls” is using 2×2 furring strips with foam.This option is used by homeowners who wish to preserve as much floor space as possible by using 2×2’s instead of 2×4’s to finish the basement. 0000011296 00000 n ©2011 Superior Walls of America, Ltd. 1 of 1 SWA DOC 50-2364 04/05/11 NOTE:-No additional thermal barrier (drywall) is required UNLESS additional foam insulation has been added after the panel was manuf actured. Tip Up the Walls. September 18, 2015 Written by admin. Just like judging a book by its cover, many homeowners judge the quality of their new home by the quality of the interior finish. startxref Builder Guideline Booklet (PDF) ... Finishing Procedures. Superior Walls of Upstate New York produces and installs custom-made precast concrete wall systems for new home construction. This price is equivalent to a traditional built wall. 0000097039 00000 n 0000043807 00000 n 0000043636 00000 n Superior Walls cost $17,995.70. Builder Guideline Booklet. Superior Construction. 0000004763 00000 n Let first coat dry prior to beginning a second coat. xref 0000005205 00000 n %PDF-1.4 %âãÏÓ Superior Walls precast concrete foundations are the best solution for residential builders looking for reliable scheduling, efficient one-day installation, ready to finish convenience, energy code performance, and a manufacturer's limited warranty. Instead of wood framing and plywood, your walls are made of steel and concrete. Follow the link to be taken to the main Superior Walls Resources page or click on the image or link to be taken to the Superior Walls Technical Resources Page. 0000012971 00000 n 0000011457 00000 n 0000012891 00000 n Learn how to insulate and frame the walls and ceilings, build soffits, frame partition walls and frame around obstructions. Superior Walls panels are created in a factory, where high-strength 5,000+ psi concrete is bonded directly to polystyrene insulation. for walls because linear footage of joints is minimized. 0000001463 00000 n %%EOF Join NCBPA and Dave Box of Superior Walls for tours of a church project, single family build and townhome project in Raleigh, NC. Tip a wall up with the bottom plate against the wall. Depending on what part of the country you live in, it may be marketed as the Unlimited Basement Finishing System. 0000009020 00000 n 0000012822 00000 n 0000003776 00000 n Will the … hÞb```b``åd`c`Zà Ȁ ‚¬@QŽ9¿500|w`À 0000113912 00000 n I used superior walls … 0000010754 00000 n In order for that to happen you must give thoughtful consideration to the details of your wall system and utilize the guidelines provided in this booklet. 0000030817 00000 n Above grade, basements, multi-level, and crawlspace foundations are installed in just hours in virtually any weather. Interior Attachments to Superior Walls Panels The galvanized stud facings (GSF) which come cast directly to the inside face of the concrete studs in Superior Walls panels are primarily designed to provide straight stud facings for the easy attachment of drywall. Steve tells why he chose Superior Walls for the foundation system for his NEW home. At Superior Walls we believe that our products and the structures they support need to last for generations. Finishing Products 4 USG Sheetrock® Brand Paper Joint Tape is a high-strength paper tape that is lightly Technical 'How To' Documents. Superior Walls are a pre-cast -- not pre-fab -- concrete foundation and insulated wall system. Framing basement walls and ceilings is the core of any basement finishing project. If possible, span the entire wall or ceiling from corner to corner. Though this is a good thing when seeking to keep ground water out of your basement, it also acts to keep moisture vapor inside the house. 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