MOUNTAIN FIBER INSULATION IS A CELLULOSE FIBER

Cellulosic fiber insulation has been used in the building industry for over a half of a century. It is recycled cellulose fiber made from selected newsprint. In the manufacturing process these fibers are treated with 100 % Borate (boric acid / sodium poly borate) flame retardant chemicals manufactured by InCide Technologies in Phoenix, Arizona. We use the Zone Defense EPA REG. NO. 44757-3, which provides insecticide protection in the insulation. We can also offer Board Defense EPA REG. NO. 44757-20, which provides fungicide protection in the insulation. We do not use any ammonium compounds for our fire retardants. These organic fibers are lightweight; non-toxic; will not scratch or irritate normal skin; and has no objectionable odor.

MOUNTAIN FIBER CELLULOSE INSULATION CAN BE USED IN NEW OR OLDER DWELLINGS

Mountain Fiber Cellulose Insulation makes it possible to achieve the optimum insulatory values in single family dwellings, commercial and industrial facilities, and in new construction and the retrofitting of structures with presently inadequate insulation. Consult your insulation contractor for the appropriate application.

In attics the fibers can be blown over existing insulation, filling the voids which often have developed with older insulation. Cellulose applied in a continuous seamless blanket achieves the highest possible R value per inch of any fibrous insulation.

HOW TO DETERMINE HOW MUCH MOUNTAIN FIBER CELLULOSE INSULATION IS REQUIRED

The yardstick for how much insulation is its R-value – its ability to resist the flow of heat. The higher the R-value, the better the insulation. (The "R" stands for thermal resistance to heat flowing out in the winter and flowing in during the summer.) Products similar in appearance and thickness can have considerable differences. R-value, not inches, determines the effectiveness of the insulation. Mountain Fiber Cellulose Insulation fibers have a high R-value. Note: see yield chart.

TYPE                                                                    R FACTOR (per inch thickness)

Mountain Fiber Cellulose                                        3.75

Rockwool                                                              2.93

Fiberglass                                                               2.20

(Based on ASTM C177)

Check with your local building codes to determine your local insulation requirements.

ADVANTAGES OF MOUNTAIN FIBER CELLULOSE INSULATION

In sidewalls and other cavities blown, Mountain Fiber Cellulose Insulation fills the cavity completely, eliminating voids frequently occurring with longer fibered materials. The short fibers flow freely around wires, switch boxes, rough plaster, and nails. In addition, Mountain Fiber Cellulose Insulation may be blown at a greater than settled density. This full density remains constant throughout years of service. Another advantage of Mountain Fiber Cellulose Insulation is its sound-deadening quality. Effective control of airborne and impact sound transmission adds privacy, comfort, and value to homes, condominiums, apartments, motels, and offices.

Mountain Fiber Cellulose Insulation is a Underwriters Laboratories and Energy Star labeled product. Mountain Fiber Cellulose Insulation contains no asbestos, formaldehyde, or glass fibers. Mountain Fiber Cellulose Insulation meets the safety standards of the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC), American society of Testing Materials (ASTM), the Cellulose Insulation Manufacturers Association (CIMA), and Federal Specification HHI-515. These standards ensure the highest quality of insulation products.