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Traditional housing insulation can be pretty scary. Even as a child, when I would venture into our unfinished attic the chemically loaded insulation made me itch. Those chemicals that made me itch are also hard on the environment. Avoid insulating materials that include chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) because they are ozone-depleting compounds and a source of pollution. Whenever possible, consider insulating materials made from recycled materials.
Here are some innovative green insulation ideas to consider:
- Warmcel 100 insulation is made from 100 percent recycled newspapers. It's non-toxic, non-irritant, and presents no health hazard. The insulation can be disposed of safely without creating toxic waste and it uses very little energy to manufacture, much less than other insulation materials.
- Thermafleece is manufactured from pure British sheep's wool. Wool is a natural fiber derived from a fully renewable resource and the production process takes a fraction of the energy required to produce glass fiber insulation. It's safe to handle, has a life expectancy of more than 50 years, and is also recyclable.
- UltraTouch Natural Cotton Fiber insulation contains 85 percent post-industrial recycled natural fibers making it an ideal choice for anyone looking to use a high quality sustainable building material. UltraTouch consists almost entirely of natural denim and cotton fibers that are 100 percent recyclable. The product requires a minimal amount of energy to manufacture.
Hankering for a home makeover? Manifest your green American Dream with tips from Planet Green TV's
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