Post by jenniferlukes on Apr 14, 2019 7:10:36 GMT 1
-it fits well around pipes and wiring which reduces air pockets and increases insulation efficiency.
– it has been shown to be 20-30 percent better at reducing energy needed for heating compared to fiberglass insulation.
-unique advantages for health and safety for workers. Toxicity is not an issue with cellulose. The only hazard for cellulose categorized by OSHA is that there is a dust nuisance during installation. A little dust is nothing compared to the potential cancer risks of manufacturing or working with fiberglass products.
-cellulose insulation also creates noise reduction. Because cellulose insulation is almost three times denser than fiberglass, it does a good job of deadening sound through walls and between floors.
– borates in cellulose insulation provide an excellent deterrent insects and rodents and further wards off molds.
– borate treatment in cellulose insulation also provides a class 1, the highest, fire safety rating. This is another advantage over fiberglass or foam insulation.