Larry writes from Marietta, Ohio: “How do you safely (personally and environmentally) remove and dispose of fiberglass insulation?
You don’t say whether you have batts or loosefill insulation. If the product is in long pieces, they can be rolled up. If the insulation is blown in or loose, use a rake. Take your time and rake or roll “gently” to minimize dust. To minimize the temporary skin irritation associated with fiberglass insulation, follow the same procedures recommended for installation – wear a long sleeved shirt that is loose at the neck and wrists, long pants, gloves and a cap. Wear eye protection (safety goggles, safety glasses or a face shield or a combination of these, as appropriate). And wear a disposable dust respirator to minimize the inhalation of dust. When you finish the job, launder the clothes you wore separately and take a warm-water shower with soap. Most people report no problems when they follow these procedures. There is no long term health risk in the situation you describe. There is a possibility of irritation if the insulation is handled. That irritation is a mechanical abrasion caused
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