
Does Rockwool Insulation, Un-faced or Faced Still Require Vapor …
Oct 4, 2020 · My research indicates Rockwool insulation seems to have some useful properties, like the ability to dry out if exposed to moisture. But this same research has come up empty …
R-Values of Safe'n'Sound vs. Comfortbatt Rockwool Insulation ...
Jun 6, 2018 · According to Rockwool's website "Interior insulation products do not require an R-value and as such, we do not brand our interior insulation with this information. " If it's strictly …
Rockwool in a crawlspace - GreenBuildingAdvisor
Jul 24, 2019 · Rockwool doesn't mind water and doesn't get eaten. I don't think anything will even nest in the rigid version of rock wool, but might in the softer rock wool batts.
Mineral Wool Insulation - GreenBuildingAdvisor
Aug 22, 2022 · Rockwool Comfortboard 80 is a rigid stone wool board designed for continuous insulation applications. A non-structural sheathing product, it provides increased thermal …
Mineral Wool Compression Affect on R-Value
Aug 6, 2019 · I was wondering about using Rockwool Comfort Batts under a crawlspace rat slab instead of the much more expensive Comfort Board material. Does anyone know how much a …
Using RockWool in between roof rafters? - GreenBuildingAdvisor
Jan 27, 2020 · From what I understand the conditioned space should be at the slope of the roof if my duct work will be up in the attic, would putting RockWool insulation in between the rafters …
Insulation Products for Green Homes - GreenBuildingAdvisor
Oct 26, 2022 · Rockwool Comfortboard 80 is a rigid mineral wool board designed for continuous insulation applications. EDITOR’S NOTE: This post is part of the Expert Exchange series, an …
Rockwool on roof sheathing - GreenBuildingAdvisor
Mar 6, 2018 · For a roof with exterior insulation on top of the sheathing, is it possible to use rockwool instead of rigid foam? I was reading here about how mineral wool, as an an air …
Should I use baffle vents above rockwool batt insulation ...
Jun 3, 2017 · I have a 2" ventilation space above my rockwool insulation (below roof sheathing). This is a cathedral ceiling. Would it be a good idea to use something like Durovent rafter vents …
Mineral Wool Insulation Isn’t Like Fiberglass
Apr 8, 2014 · A look at how fiberglass batts and mineral wool insulation compare and reasons for choosing one over the other.