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ROCKWOOL
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ROCKWOOL Comfortbatt
®
installed in exterior walls is a great way to save energy,
but there are other applications that can make a big difference in your home’s
comfort. Insulating the exposed concrete walls in basement and heated crawl
spaces, as well as increasing the insulation in your attic, are all effective ways to
improve your home’s energy efciency.
How to Install ROCKWOOL Stone Wool Insulation
ROCKWOOL insulation cuts quickly and accurately with
a knife for tting around pipes, electrical boxes, wiring,
ductwork, and between studs and joists that are less than
a standard width.
Installation Equipment:
Wear long-sleeved, loose-tting clothing and proper
gloves for handling insulation. Tools needed:
• Tape measure
• Long serrated bread knife
• Straight edge
• Staple gun (when vapor barrier/retarder is required)
• Caulking gun and acoustical sealant
• Approved vapor barrier/retarder if required by local
building codes
Insulation project scenarios
Are ROCKWOOL insulation products required to be
installed by a trained or certied installer?
No! ROCKWOOL insulation products are available in
standard dimensions. Insulation can be quickly & easily
installed by builders, homeowners and DIYers.
Attics
Exterior
walls
Cathedral
ceilings
Heated
crawl spaces
Exposed
floors
Basement
walls