Ecowool® Insulation
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Ecowool® Insulation Ecowool — Applications Ecowool is a natural, loose wool, lofted insulation which has been treated and processed to provide a cost effective, efficient thermal insulation solution. After processing, Ecowool is ready to be installed as a blown-in material for use in attic roof spaces and is installed by Eco Insulation licenced installers. Ecowool is a blend of virgin white wool and coloured wool sourced from New Zealand woollen product manufacturers, which when installed, acts like a 'duvet cover' within the ceiling space. Ecowool — Benefits and features Ecowool is a user friendly, natural product. Ecowool is completely safe, non-toxic and non-allergenic. Ecowool is ideal for retrofit ceiling applications and as a top-up to existing insulation. Ecowool is certified and installed by trained installers. Ecowool creates a healthier environment by keeping the home cooler in summer and Ecowool — Environmental Ecowool and its associated packaging is fully recyclable. Eco Insulation is committed to the development and fostering of sustainable building products and practices through the Eco Warranty programme while working towards ISO 14001, and are members of the Sustainable Business Network and New Zealand Green building Council.

Ecowool - Where it can't be used Ecowool insulation must not be installed if the moisture content of timber framing exceeds 20%. In buildings where there is a high humidity, such as swimming pool halls or saunas, Ecowool insulation must be isolated from the moisture by a vapour barrier. A suitable cover and space from down-lights is required. The insulation provided by Ecowool depends on the thickness of the installed product. Typical coverage rates for given R-Valuesand densityare set out in Table 1. Eco Insulation will provide a written installation certificate giving the installed...

Ecowool — Corrosion Ecowool insulation is non-corrosive to carbon steel when tested to NZS 4222, copper Ecowool - Safety Ecowool insulation is non-irritant, non-allergenic, non-toxic and odourless. MSDS: Material Safety Data Sheets are available on request from your local Eco Insulation representative or by phoning Eco Insulation's customer service free phone 0800 400 326. Ecowool - Moisture Ecowool insulation will provide maximum insulation when it is dry in service. While it will tolerate wetting, the insulation value will be lost. On drying, the insulation value of Ecowool Ecowool...