Loose Fill Insulation Types

Cellulose

  • High R-Value per inch
  • May settle after installation
  • Most have high recycled content (~85%)
  • To protect against fire hazards, cellulose insulation is heavily treated with fire-retardant chemicals prior to installation (newer material is far better)
  • Older cellulose had Formaldehyde in the inks which is a mild Allergen

Glass Fibre

  • Good R-value per inch
  • May settle after installation
  • Glass fibre contains up to 60% recycled glass materials
  • Low Flammability