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Last Updated: Friday, October 15th, 1999, Created: Friday, October 15th, 1999

LOOSE FILL POURED: WOOD SHAVINGS

Thermal Resistance: RSI - .017/mm R - 2.4/in. Low.

Costs: Varies greatly but low.

Capacity to dry out if wet: Poor

Fire Resistance: Poor

Fungus / Vermin Resistance: Poor

Limitations:
-- Quality varies considerably in both density, type and chemical additives.
-- Settles too much for use in walls.

Advantages:
-- Cost.

Applications:
-- Attics.

Keywords: Insulation, R-Value, Types

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