Eco-Friendly Insulation

Fact: Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) are released as gases from several household liquids and gases.

Fact: U.S. EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) studies have found household VOC levels to consistently be 2-5 times higher than outdoor VOC pollutant levels.

Fact: Insulation reduces the flow of heat between hot and cold areas; keeping heat in or sometimes keeping heat out.

Fact: Soybean based construction products have gotten attention from people with allergies or who want to improve indoor air quality.

Fact: Soybean-based (insulation) products don't release VOCs and don't contain formaldehyde.

Fact: Recycled denim insulation is often made from scrap and waste from manufactures.

The above facts are provided by "Da Green Show: Episode Beta 0.81 featuring BLANK from GreenMaker Supply.

Research Links

"Formaldehyde," Microsoft® Encarta® Online Encyclopedia 2008

"Asbestos," Microsoft® Encarta® Online Encyclopedia 2008

"Insulation," Microsoft® Encarta® Online Encyclopedia 2008

“An Introduction to Indoor Air Quality: Organic Gases,” United States Environmental Protection Agency

“Soy Spray Foam Insulation,” HGTV Pro