Question:
Does cellulose insulation settle resulting in loss of its original R-Value?
Answer:
Loose-fill insulation products can settle over time. By federal law and industry standards compensation for settlement is built into cellulose insulation coverage charts. When installed properly in accordance with the coverage chart, cellulose insulation should not settle below the intended R-Value.
Question:
Isn’t cellulose insulation is more flammable than other products because it is made from paper?
Answer:
Cellulose Insulation has a Class 1 Fire rating. It is treated with fire retardants to meet all federal, state, and local fire safety requirements.
Question:
Because cellulose is made of paper isn’t it more susceptible to humidity and mold?
Answer:
Cellulose Insulation is no more subject to mold contamination than any other building material. Published studies indicate that the hygroscopic nature of cellulose insulation results in superior moisture handling characteristics.
Question:
Because cellulose uses wood from trees doesn’t it contribute to deforestation?
Answer:
Cellulose insulation is made from recycled paper, not material from newly cut trees. In fact, Cellulose insulation, with almost 85% recycled paper content, actually diverts almost a million tons of waste paper from landfills annually and reduces methane gas emissions.