Green building insulation / Discussions

...insulation (CertainTeed) that seems to have different properties than the older kinds. Can you tell me whether or not the new kind of blown-in fiberglass is preferrable to the cellulose? Since it does not stick to the studs I don't see that it would be any less green than fiberglass batt.  I would like to go as green a...

...insulation. For finding non-toxic and natural building materials for home renovations, I would first point you to this page that lists different types of insulation along with their uses, and a general idea of how healthy they are: Choosing the right insulation for the right applications in home building That page will...

...insulation materials you can work with would be Rockwool mineral wool insulation, it is made with recyled stone dust so it is natural and non-toxic, it is also very durable because it is not harmed by moisture. There are also less-known options for insulation, like eco-friendly hemp insulation products and even sheep w...

...insulation, there are other products emerging, here you can see other hemp building products.

...insulation on above grade walls is not always wise. In most cases they aren’t wet, so you are actually at risk of changing the way they shed moisture, for the worse. I wonder if you might be better using something like a rigid rock wool panel to let moisture pass through? Read more here – Rigid insulation panels for ex...