Fiberglass / Green Building & Sustainable Home Renovation Information & Advice

An interior photo of a living room with decorative fabric-wrapped acoustic panel
Insulation and soundproofing

Acoustic Panels for Reducing Sound Transmission in Homes - Do They Really Work?

...Fiberglass: A traditional insulating material, fiberglass is also highly effective for sound absorption. It's lightweight and readily available but requires proper handling due to its small fibres. Recycled PET fibre: A more sustainable option, panels made from recycled plastic bottles are becoming increasingly popular...

Roxul mineral wool batt insulation in LEED Homes
Insulation and soundproofing

Choosing the right insulation: the pros, cons and applications for walls, slabs and basements

...fiberglass (as seen in the main image above). Rock wool can be more costly per batt but has a higher R value than fibreglass per inch; less health risks during installation; easier installation; it performs better for fire and sound and is less harmful to the environment. Rock wool ComfortBoard rigid board insulation c...