About Cellulose Insulation Manufacturers Association

The Greenest Product

Lowest impact on the environment of any major insulation product

Uses up to 90% less energy to manufacture than mineral wool
80%+ recycled material content
Locally produced, minimizes transportation costs
“Cradle-to-cradle” product made from natural materials, returns to the earth at end of life
No noxious VOC emissions
No man-made fibers to irritate skin and lungs
New homes insulated with cellulose use an average of 5500 pounds of material that is diverted from landfills

Earn extra credit toward green certifications

Recycled-content materials
Thermal efficiency
Locally produced
Reduced waste to landfills
Design & build for deconstruction
Materials from renewable sources

The High Performance Product

Blown-in insulation seals air gaps much better than batts
Provides highly effective sound isolation
Lowest cost product for equivalent R-value insulating specification
Exceptional thermal insulation characteristics
Maintains R-value consistently through wide temperature range
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Oak Ridge National Laboratories study of cellulose
Insulation performance vs. fiberglass in attics.

Going "Green" Increase Sales

Selecting green products lets buyers feel proud of their environmental choice
Installing cellulose positions builders as eco-friendly and energy conscious
Cellulose provides a cost effective eco-friendly alternative to mineral wool
Green certification increases buyer confidence