Polyurethane Foam – This product emits no harmful gases and is a water based spray that forms a tight seal when used. It is important, however, to make sure that the polyurethane foam used does not contain PBDEs (polybrominated dephenyl ethers) which could potentially cause nervous system problems in humans.
Flour Fillers – These are crack and crevice fillers that are made from completely all natural materials such as pecan shell flour, rice hull ash, rice flour and wheat flour. It is sometimes difficult to find a contractor who uses these materials, but it is definitely worth the effort as these products are not only safe for humans, but safe for the environment and are considered "green" products.
Cellulose Fiber – This is a popular alternative to asbestos as it has been shown to cut energy costs by about 20% annually. This is because it is made from finely shredded newsprint and is made of 85% recycled content.
Thermoset Plastic Flour – Wood flour and other low-priced fillers are used to fill thermoset plastics. This is important because plastics are heavily relied on by the building and construction industry and this option reduces costs and is useful for heat, cold and sound insulation.
Amorphous Silica Fabrics – These fabrics contain fiberglass and could be a health hazard. They are not used for residential purposes, but have been used in the aerospace, shipyard, molten metal and electric power generation industries and are useful because the fabrics are high temperature materials and are used for insulation and protection applications.
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