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Recycled Jeans for Insulation?

Yes, it's possible to use old jeans for insulation!

One company, Bonded Logic, is using recycled denim to make a natural cotton insulation for homes.


Why bother? What's wrong with fiberglass? Well, fiberglass insulation is made up of tiny fibers (like asbestos) and chemicals - both of which can make their way down into your home (and your lungs.)

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Over at Inhabitat, they've got a great article on insulation alternatives.

Also, the all-about-Brooklyn blog Brownstoner has a photo of the lead actor from the HBO series Entourage, Adrian Grenier, showing off his recycled denim wall insulation:


If you'd like to talk to an insulation contractor about installing recycled cotton or other green insulation alternatives, check out ConstructionDeal.com. We'll match you with 4 insulation companies. There is no obligation to hire any of them. But it will save you time from searching and talking to contractors that you have to look up in the phone book.

And if you go with recycled jeans for insulation? It could also save your health. What are you waiting for? Go green and get a quality product to insulate your home!