Weathershield
Blown-In Insulation.
The environmentally friendly way to insulate your home.
Weathershield
Insulation is manufactured from recycled newsprint. It is fire
retardant. It is also
non-irritating and provides excellent sound attenuation properties as well as
superior resistance to heat loss compared to rock wool and fibre glass
insulation. Weathershield
will not release any harmful emissions and is resistant to mold, mildew and rot
as well as insects, mice and other vermin.
Attics
Weathershield
insulation is a cost effective way to reduce heating and cooling costs.
Weathershield insulation provides
superior thermal protection over other
insulations because it is manufactured with short hollow fibers which
forms tiny air spaces around and within itself.
Weathershield insulation is quicker
and easier to install than batt insulation
since it is installed using a blowing machine. This method of installation
also allows the insulation to conform around framing members, wiring and
other fixtures resulting in a seamless blanket of insulation.
Weathershield can be blown dry in
open attic floor spaces and vaulted or sloped ceilings with pitches up to
4.5 in 12 regardless of type and spacing of framing members. It is also
ideal for flat roof applications which are often awkward and difficult to
insulate properly.
Weathershield offers one of the
highest R-Values per inch and thus provides greater thermal protection at
lower thicknesses. As illustrated below, this feature is important in areas
such as at the perimeter of the attic where the thickness of the insulation
is limited due to the roof configuration
Exterior Walls
Weathershield's
superior thermal properties compared to other insulating materials makes it
a natural choice for insulating exterior walls.
Weathershield contains millions of
tiny air spaces around and within its hollow fibres which progressively
reduces the flow of heat.
One of the most common problems in exterior walls is air leakage around
electrical boxes. Weathershield flows
around and conforms to electrical boxes, plumbing, wires and nails and seal
them against air and moisture infiltration(a common problem associated with
batt type insulation).
Weathershield is installed utilizing
an innovative installation method called the
Enviro-Shield Wall Insulation System. This method utilizes techniques
to ensure that cavities are uniformly and consistently filled to a dry blown
density of 3.00 lbs/ft3 (48 kg/m3) to ensure no settlement occurs . Under
the Enviro-Shield System insulation can
easily and quickly be installed directly behind either polyethylene vapour
barrier or mesh and can achieve up to R-23 on 2x6 frame walls.
Weathershield installed in walls is
up to 3 times more dense than batt type insulation. Studies have shown that
retrofitted walls insulated with cellulose insulation showed a 24% reduction
in air infiltration. Additionally, the higher density provides superior
control of lower frequency sounds such as those associated with air traffic
and road noises.
Weathershield is suitable for both
wood and steel frame construction and eliminates the need for an exterior
air barrier system. Note: This does not preclude the use
of breather type sheathing membranes required to reduce the risk of water
infiltration.
Interior Walls
Insulating interior walls with
Weathershield will finally give you
that sought after privacy you always wanted. It is often difficult to pursue
one's hobbies or interests in a home without disturbing another.
By installing Weathershield in your
partition walls, noise levels can drop as much as 45% and create a much
quieter environment.
Unlike other types of insulation products,
Weathershield offers homeowners the
unique opportunity to sound proof existing walls by drilling small holes in
existing plaster or drywall which are later sealed and plastered using wood
plugs.
Weathershield can be used in interior
party walls to eliminate airborne sound from radios, televisions and
conversation.
Weathershield is suitable for both
wood and steel frame construction and can be used to meet applicable sound
and fire rating codes.
Floors
Although not immediately obvious many floors
require thermal insulation. With high density housing developments being
common place today many homes have living spaces designed and constructed
above unheated garages. Similarly, houses built on piers will have floors
exposed to the outside environment.
Interior floors are also frequently insulated for privacy within the home or
provide sound control between floors of multi-dwelling units. In recent
testing at the National Research Council of Canada, floors insulated with 3
½ inches (90mm)of Weathershield
achieved the same acoustical rating (STC) as 6 inch (152mm) glass and 5 ½
inch (140mm) rock wool batts and higher ratings at the same thickness.
Weathershield offers a quick, easy
and effective way to insulate these structures. Blown from underneath the
floor, insulation is installed on top of mesh or breathable reinforced
plastic sheeting. Weathershield is
ideally suited to this application since it will not attract nesting insects
and rodents.
Cathedral Ceilings
Although esthetically appealing, cathedral
ceilings can be an additional source of heat loss over insulated attic floor
spaces due to the inability of being able to insulate roof cavities to the
same thickness. This is a result of insulation levels being restricted by
the framing (e.g. rafter) depth and the need to maintain a minimum
ventilated space between the insulation and the roof sheathing.
Weathershield offers a solution by
virtue of the fact that the material has a high R-Value, forms a seamless
blanket free of installation defects (common in batt products) and is
installed at a higher density thus sealing the cavity and preventing air
infiltration and air leakage.
Additional benefits of using Weathershield
comes in the form of moisture control in areas where vapor barrier defects
or discontinuities occur. By restricting air movement through the cavity and
the ability of the material to slowly absorb and release moisture to the
outside environment, condensation/moisture problems are avoided.
For
cathedral ceiling applications Weathershield
is injected into the cavity under pressure in order to compress the material
beyond its natural settlement point. Its ability to form a tight seal on and
around irregular surfaces, framing members and fixtures make the product
ideally suited in cathedral ceilings which employ advanced structural
members such as wood "I" framing members or open web trusses.
We have two Weathershield machines available to help you
install your insulation.
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listed in Canadian Dollars. All items are subject to 15% Harmonized Sales
Tax (HST) when shipped to Nova Scotia, 13% Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) when
shipped to New Brunswick, Newfoundland or Ontario, 12% Harmonized Sales Tax (HST)
when shipped to British Columbia. All other
provinces/territories are subject to 5% Goods and Service Tax (GST). International and United States sales are
tax exempt (duty and brokerage fees, if applicable, are the responsibility of
the purchaser).
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Weathershield
Blown-In Insulation.
