What is WeatherShield™ and WallBar
™ Insulation made from?
WeatherShield™ and WallBar™ consists of85% recycled
paper fiber, mostly recovered post consumer content, the remaining 15% are additives for fire resistance.
Why should I use WeatherShield™ and WallBar
™ Insulation?
WeatherShield™ and WallBar™ Insulation direct benefits are:
- reduces drafts
- suppresses noise
- loweres energy consumption
- provides fire resistance
- increases resale value
- uses of natural, safe, recycled products
- guaranteed performance
Does WeatherShield™ and WallBar
™ Insulation use formaldehyde, glass fibers or harmful chemicals?
WeatherShield™ and WallBar™ Insulation is not manufactured
with formaldehyde, asbestos, or fiberglass.
Is WeatherShield™ and WallBar
™ Insulation more expensive than fiberglass in professional applications?
WeatherShield™ and WallBar™ Insulation will always give you the
best value for your money. Your savings will be realized through lower energy bills as long as you own your home. Your investment in
WeatherShield™ and WallBar™ Insulation pays for itself month
after month, year after year.
Do you need a special mask to install WeatherShield™ and
WallBar™ Insulation?
We do recommend that a dust mask be worn. There may be some dust, but the dust settles quickly. The paper fibers are easier to
clean up than irritating fiberglass particles that may contaminate your clothing, furniture or carpets.
Is WeatherShield™ and WallBar
™ Insulation a fire hazard because it is made from old newspapers?
No, WeatherShield™ and WallBar™ Insulation is manufactured
under Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) performance criteria mandating fire safety standards.
WeatherShield™ and WallBar™ insulation products are Class 1/A fire
rated building materials, and exceed the fire safety standards set by the CPSC. WeatherShield™ and
WallBar™ Insulation guarantees the fire retardant treatment of
WeatherShield™ and WallBar™ Insulation if it is installed
according to Can-Cell Industires installation instructions. In addition, WeatherShield™ and
WallBar™ loose-fill and stabilized insulation products are listed for use both as building insulation
and as a fire block.
Will WeatherShield™ and WallBar
™ Insulation burn?
WeatherShield™ and WallBar™ Insulation has a Class 1/A
fire rating as set by the Consumer Product Safety Commission. The 1998 Large
Scale Outdoor Fire Demonstration, conducted by the Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute, found cellulose insulation increased fire
resistance by as much as 57% over fiberglass insulation.
Are the fire-retardant chemicals used in WeatherShield™ and
WallBar™ Insulation safe for humans?
The borates added to our product provide flame resistance and are non-toxic. It contains no formaldehyde, asbestos or fiberglass. You
can install it without itchy skin irritations. WeatherShield™ and
WallBar™ Insulation is not a carcinogen.
Will WeatherShield™ and WallBar
™ Insulation lose flame resistance over the years?
No. Accelerated aging tests (CAN/CGSB-51.60 M-90) performed on cellulose insulation have shown that there is no noticeable
degradation over time. WeatherShield™ and WallBar™
Insulation offers a limited lifetime warranty which includes the permanency to the
fire retardant treatment for the life of the structure.
What effect does moisture have on Weathershield™ and
WallBar™ Insulation products?
WeatherShield™ and WallBar™ Insulation does not attract moisture.
The insulating fibers have a natural ability to handle moisture. Moisture vapor in the air is absorbed and released depending upon the
relative humidity of the surrounding air. The insulation fibers retain a natural moisture level between 5-8% by weight, as much as 15% has
no effect on the thermal insulating characteristics. Many authorities believe the demonstrated ability of
WeatherShield™ and WallBar™ Insulation to control moisture transport
by eliminating air infiltration makes vapor barriers unnecessary when WeatherShield™ and
WallBar™ Insulation is installed. WeatherShield™ and
WallBar™ Insulation does not recommend the use of a vapor barrier in most climates, as they add virtually
nothing to the performance of WeatherShield™ and WallBar™
Insulation. Like other insulation materials, cellulose is not recommended for use wherever there is continuous exposure to moisture
and lack of drying conditions. (Situations where there are sustained humidity conditions exceeding 60%).
Will WeatherShield™ and WallBar
™ Insulation corrode metal?
WeatherShield™ and WallBar™ Insulation meets or exceeds
standard industry tests (ASTM C 739) for corrosion performed on steel, copper, and aluminum.
What are the Sound Control capabilities of WeatherShield™ and
WallBar™ Insulation?
WeatherShield™ and WallBar™ Insulation is effective in
helping create a quieter home environment. This is especially true for airborne sound that is generated by traffic noise, airplanes,
radios, televisions, and conversation. The sound control quality of WeatherShield™ and
WallBar™ Insulation is due to its density—approximately 2 to 3 times greater than similar fiberglass
products and its ability to fill any cavity into which it is properly installed. WeatherShield™ and
WallBar™ Insulation completely fills voids and gaps that allow sound
transmission. It has a Noise Reduction Coefficient of 0.90 (90% of sound energy absorbed).
Does WeatherShield™ and WallBar
™ Insulation settle over time?
All loose-fill insulation settles after installation. By federal law and industry standards, WeatherShield™
and WallBar™ Insulation is specified and sold at installed and settled density. The bag count and weight of
material on WeatherShield™ and WallBar™ Insulation coverage
charts provides precise information on the amount of material that must be installed to produce the specified R-Value. It is not
necessary to install more material than is indicated to compensate for settling – that is already built into the
WeatherShield™ and WallBar™ Insulation coverage charts.
WeathShield™
and WallBar™ Insulation and Friendly Insulators,
the choice is Natural!