New “Smart” Insulation May Help Prevent Mold In Walls (NAPSA)—There’s good news for homeowners and builders who want to control moisture and in some cases help prevent the growth of mold in the walls of their homes. A powerful, first-of-its-kind combination of fiber glass insulation faced with a breathable “smart” film has been introduced by CertainTeed. The product, called DryRight™ Fiber Glass Insulation, exhibits excellent thermal and acoustical performance while at the same time helping reduce the risk of mold and mildew growth.It worksby allowing excess moisture to escape from wall cavities, which in turn lessens the potential for moisture accumulation. This advanced insulation helps people protect what may be their largest investment—their homes. “Insulation is known for ther- mal and acoustical performance, but it is not typically associated with helping to keep wall cavities dry and helping prevent mold and mildew growth. DryRight provides all four due to its smart vapor retarder component,” says Howard Deck, President of CertainTeed’s Insulation Group. te |i 1 A new kind of insulation is said to reduce the risk of mold and mildew growth by allowing moisture to escape wall cavities. DryRightcan be used in place of traditional insulation to forge an insulation system ideal for climates with frequent changing temperatures and humidity levels. Moisture management is most important in very cold and mixed warm andcold climates. To learn more about DryRight and where it is sold locally, go to certainteed.com or call 800-7828777.
