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Insulation: Cellulose Insulation
Cellulose insulation is blown into attics and sprayed into wall cavities of a home to provide thermal and sound barriers. As a result of the installation process, cellulose reduces air leakage since it can be blown into difficult to reach spaces to eliminate gaps and voids. Since it is made primarily of recycled newsprint, it is an environmentally-friendly insulation option. The fibers are impregnated with fire retardant chemicals to make the insulation fire resistant. Spray-applied and loose-fill cellulose have an R-value of about 3.7per inch.
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Cellulose insulation has many unique benefits when installed properly and to manufacturer's specifications. The following video segments give a look at this recyclable material and how it is installed in a home.
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| Insulating Walls |
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Steve Easley and Energy consultant Rick Chitwood cover all the necessary steps to ensure the best R-values when installing cellulose in walls.
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| Insulating Ceilings |
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Steve and Rick discuss the methods and equipment used in blowing cellulose insulation into attics.
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