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Latest Trends in Modern Home Insulation Design
Thu 17 Dec 2009 - 09:39
Latest Trends in Modern Home Insulation Design
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Laurel_R._Lindsay]Laurel R. Lindsay
Home insulation is usually the aspect of home construction that only comes to mind during winter. Specifically, this is one thing that hits you right on target after receiving your monthly heating bill. Just consider not only the inconvenience but also its impact on your monthly budget if most of the heat generated by your furnace just seeps out because of inferior and ineffective home insulation. The good news is that this aspect of the home structure has its fair share of modern trappings. Recent developments have given us all the reasons to consider some of the more exciting options as far as modern insulation is concerned.
The more common and conventional insulation for our homes usually include the following:
Fiberglass
Mineral wool (rock wool)
Polystyrene boards
Polyurethane foam
Loose Insulation
Another emerging option that is turning to be a popular choice of home construction pros is the use of "loose" cellulose particles made of shredded paper, fiberglass or mineral wool. These are the types of insulation materials that are "blown-in" to wall cavities and attics. Their R value is about 3 to 4 inches, and these are your best option for the insulation of walls with minimal damage as these are simply inserted into the wall cavities by boring small holes. However, the major downside of this type of insulation material is the possible settling of the material at the bottom of the wall cavities.
Recycled Insulation
Another recent insulation option that is now gaining strong following is the recycled type of insulation. This insulation type offers two main advantages over the conventional types of insulation. The first major advantage of this type of insulation is that it is an eco-friendly option as it utilizes materials long consigned to the garbage dump. The second advantage is that it racks up to a higher level the safety margin of the insulation of your home. There is now a wide array of recycled products which you can use as insulation material for your home and research outfits continue to study more options and new products.
Modified Fiberglass Insulation
Fiberglass belongs to the early generation of insulation materials. Subsequent advancement in technology has led to some major changes to the old manufacturing standard. Fiberglass is produced through the melting process of sand and minerals where spun strands are produced. These strands are molded together using a special binder. The newer variants of fiberglass insulation are now using special types of recycled materials. Further, modified fiberglass insulation materials are now using a different type of binders as a safe alternative to the formaldehyde-based binders of conventional fiberglass.
Soybean-based Foam Insulation
For several decades, soybean has been the star of the agricultural sector. Subsequent scientific researches have further enhanced the reputation of this "lowly" commodity as it is now being considered beyond its mainstream use. We are now seeing the emergence of soy-based products in the industrial setting. These include structural materials such as soybean-based coatings for the roof, soybean-based elevator grease and soybean-based foam insulation.
The main advantage of this non-traditional insulation option is the higher level of safety standards that it offers compared to its traditional counterparts. This is the best pick if you are concerned with allergies and other chemical sensitivities as well as the air quality in your selection of insulation materials. This environment friendly insulation system does not contain harmful compounds or chemicals such as formaldehyde and urea.
Notwithstanding the chemical process used in its production, this foam insulation does not release any toxic fumes or volatile chemicals. Aside from it being used as an insulation material, soybean is also now a popular core material for carpet backings, concrete and wood stains and coatings and adhesives.
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