Our architect suggests using rockwool along with some other materials but we are concerned because we've read some things about rockwool and the possibility of it causing health problems.Could we use something more environmentally -friendly?
2007-02-25 00:32:48 · 4 answers · asked by lilly c 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Engineering
Mineral wool is usually specified for fire protection. If the intent is to insulate, simply request the architect to submit a spec. change to use foam, fiberglas, or another material.
2007-02-25 00:38:18 · answer #1 · answered by ©2009 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cellulose (fire and vermin retardant ground paper) is a great insulation and is closer to "Natural" if that's what your after.
Recycled PET plastic is being spun out to a wool that is good but flammable as are all the other plastics.
Fiberglass, asbestos and rock wool are all a concern for lung injury if made friable and inhaled over time, but OK sealed up, and are not ever going to degrade.
I do expect a check from the Cellulose insulation association for this answer, they also have many new methods of installation to prevent the problems associated with the material in past.
2007-02-25 12:23:09 · answer #2 · answered by Michael S 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know the application. I have rock wool in the attic of my home. If you don't use rock wool, I'd use fiberglass. Ureathane and Styrofoam are both bad news if there is ever a fire. Styrofoam produces posionous gases in a fire, and Ureathane can release gases for years.
2007-02-25 08:44:18 · answer #3 · answered by Roadkill 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Use styrofoam insulation.
2007-02-25 09:08:20 · answer #4 · answered by Mesab123 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋