How safe are the insulation products used today?
On One Hand: Only the Fumes Are DangerousAccording to Inspectapedia, a building and environmental inspection clearinghouse, the insulating materials being used today are toxic only if burned and the fumes are inhaled. In some cases, disposal requires special handling in order to avoid pollution.On the Other: Time Will TellAt one time, people thought asbestos, lead paint and cigarettes were harmless. Future discoveries may determine that any one of the many materials used in modern insulation is actually unsafe for people or the environment.Bottom LineAs far as modern science can tell, modern insulation materials are safe when sealed up tightly within walls or attics.
