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Description
CleanFiber Cellulose Insulation is a cellulose insulation for attics, walls, and floors in residential or commercial new construction and retrofit applications. The dense cellulose stops airflow and fills cavities tightly, reducing heat leaks and HVAC runtime. It supports envelope upgrades and improves overall thermal performance. By eliminating drafts and reducing thermal bridging, occupants experience more stable temperatures and improved comfort.
Key Differentiators
- Made from recycled corrugated cardboard, - Patented wet/liquid process embeds fire retardant into fibers, - Lower free-chemical loadings than dry-process alternatives, - Less corrosive and avoids ammonia odors or moisture-related corrosion issues, - Cleaner, more uniform fibers improve flowability and coverage, - Smooth installation with fewer clogs and delays, - Low dust and contamination during installation, - Compatible with multiple installation methods (dense-pack, loose-fill, wet-spray), - Provides strong thermal insulation (supports indoor temperature regulation), - Improves acoustic performance compared to fiberglass, - Supports lower embodied carbon in low-carbon building assemblies, - Competitively priced relative to blended or conventional cellulose insulation
Use Cases
reduce building energy/utility costs, upgrade your building envelope, insulate your building / unit, regulate indoor temperature
Cost Savings
O&M-related savings: customers report saving time and money when accounting for equipment clogging and dust issues
Operational Emissions
- Reduces building carbon both by improving energy efficiency through better insulation and air control, and by using recycled, biogenic feedstock that stores carbon; - Enables substantial embodied-carbon savings when paired with low-carbon structural systems.
Embodied Carbon
The insulation is carbon negative and acts as a carbon sink by storing natural carbon in buildings.
Project Type
Both existing building retrofits and new construction
Essential Building Characteristics
For use in attics, walls, and floors
Ideal Building Characteristics
Ideal physical building characteristics
Minimum Project Size
Minimum project size
Ideal Project Size
Ideal project size
Additional Considerations
Complementary technologies or equipment required/recommended
NY Contractor Availability
Installation contractor availability
Other Screening Criteria
Works for in residential and commercial projects, including stick-built and panelized construction.
Installed By
Installers praise CleanFiber for low dust, superior flowability and reliable machine feeding, which yields cleaner, faster installs, fewer clogs, and improved occupant comfort. https://www.cleanfiber.com/testimonials
Case Studies
Home Performance Professionals of Western New York, Dolphin Insulation (MA), Rocket Insulation (NY), Halco, and multiple large modular homebuilders
During Installation
Resident impact during installation
Post Installation
Resident impact post-installation
NY Incentives/Financing Resources
Eligible incentives and financing resources
Upfront Costs
Upfront Costs
Ongoing Costs
Ongoing Costs
Payback Period
Payback period
Service Support
Service or maintenance contractor availability
Moisture Management
The all-borate formulation eliminates the chance that moisture will cause ammonia odors or corrosion issues.
Specifications
Meets or exceeds U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission certification requirements in reference to ASTM C739 standards; evaluated under a Uniform Evaluation Service report for compliance with IBC, IRC, and IECC provisions; ENERGY STAR sheet is available.