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Cocoon Cellulose Insulation
- BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (4/9/2007)
- US GreenFiber. The firm says its Cocoon cellulose insulation line contains 80 percent recycled paper and provides outstanding resistance to heat flow for thermal applications, noise suppression for acoustical treatments, and added fire resistance for fire-rated assemblies. The company supports energy conservation programs focused on environmental responsibility. 800-228-0024.
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Engineered Cellulose Insulation with 85% Recycled Newsprint
- BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (4/9/2007)
- Nu-Wool. Engineered cellulose insulation contains 85 percent recycled newsprint, an attribute the manufacturer says makes it one of the "greenest" products available. Nu-Wool processes more than 150 tons of recycled paper each business day, or the equivalent of 2,550 trees. 800-748-0128.
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Rock Wool Insulation with 80% Recycled Slag Content
- BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (4/9/2007)
- Thermafiber. This rock wool insulation contains 80 percent recycled slag, a by-product of steel production. Slag and other rocks are melted at 2,600 degrees F to fiberize the material. The manufacturer says starting from rock makes the product inherently fire resistant and more dense than fiberglass insulation, resulting in a higher R-value per inch. 888-834-2371.
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Optima Fiberglass Blow-In Fiberglass Insulation
- BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (4/9/2007)
- CertainTeed. Optima fiberglass insulation is a blow-in blanket system for new construction closed-cavity applications such as sidewalls, cathedral ceilings, and floors. It's comprised of a non-woven fabric facing behind which the insulation is blown dry, without additives or moisture. The product has Greenguard certification for low emissions, and contains 20 percent recycled content. 800-233-8990.
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PerfectFill Insulation
- BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (4/9/2007)
- Guardian Fiberglass. This firm has received Greenguard certification for children and schools on numerous products, including its AsureR, UltraFitDS, and AtticGuard Loosefill offerings, meeting stringent standards for indoor air quality. Its PerfectFill insulation is a new fiberglass insulation that uses netting and formaldehyde-free white blowing wool in wall, floor, and ceiling cavities. 800-569-4262.
- Besides Cutting Utility Costs, Energy Star Homes Help the Environment
- San Antonio Express-News (4/9/2007)
- Several times every hour, that cool breeze your air conditioner just pumped into the home oozes outside. The result of all of this indoor-outdoor air exchange: your stunning summertime electric bills. To try to address high utility bills, dozens of San Antonio new-home builders now participate in Energy Star, an energy-efficiency program of the Environmental Protection Agency.
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Cotton Insulation Pads and Rolls
- BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (4/9/2007)
- InnoTherm. This firm produces cotton insulation pads and rolls, using scraps from cotton shirt and denim producers. It offers R-11, R-13, and R-19 options. The firm says its products contain no melamine or phenolic resins, and can be installed without safety precautions. The firm claims its fiber insulation is permeated with a safe, deep-absorbing fire retardant that does not powder out, increasing safety and durability. 828-466-1147.
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Spider Custom Insulation System
- BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (4/9/2007)
- Johns Manville. The Spider Custom Insulation System is a formaldehyde-free, spray-in fiberglass insulation that eliminates all gaps and voids in wall cavities where energy can escape, the firm says. Spider is made from inorganic fiberglass that naturally does not support mold growth. It's composed of 20 percent post-consumer and 5 percent post-industrial recycled glass content. 800-654-3103.
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Propink Complete Blown-In Wall System
- BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (4/9/2007)
- Owens Corning. The Propink Complete blown-in wall system is designed for enclosed cavities, including walls and ceilings, and is Greenguard certified for children and schools. The manufacturer says it will not settle, rot, or decay, enabling consistent R-values of R-15 in 2x4 construction and R-23 in 2x6 construction. A dry system, it doesn't add moisture to the wall or ceiling cavity. 800-438-7465.
- To Cut Noise, Block the Conduit for It
- Topeka Capital Journal (4/7/2007)
- Dear Jim: Our house walls need more insulation, and they should be more soundproof. Dear Bob: Adding wall insulation to save energy helps somewhat to soundproof the walls from outdoor noise, but you need additional improvements for a significant improvement.A typical interior wall with drywall on each side of 2x4 framing has an STC of about 34.
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