Natural insulation

What is Natural Insulation?

Natural insulation is a category of thermal and acoustic insulation which presents no threat to the environment and which is composed of renewable resources, such as wool, hemp, cellulose fibre, recycled materials, or wood fibre. Important to note is that these are animal or plant resources, not manufactured materials. Natural insulation differs from many other types of insulation in that it never contributes toxins to the environment during any stage of its life cycle.

Importance of Natural Insulation

Natural insulation is an important step to the reduction of harmful materials in the environment. Because it is comprised of renewable materials, its environmental impact is considerably lower than other options. Natural insulation makes the indoor environment we live and work in safer and toxin-free. Another important property is that its acoustic properties make it is very effective at blocking or absorbing unwanted noise.

Cost Savings from Natural Insulation

Natural insulation may cost more up front, but the savings over time make up for this. Because the materials are eco-friendly, it is a cost friendly solution to our environment. Also, better insulation cuts down on energy costs for heating and cooling throughout the year. Over a building's lifetime, these costs add up. One final factor to consider is that natural insulation is safer and non-toxic, both to those who install it and to those who live with it. Overall better health over a lifetime is the biggest cost saving of all.