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Safety of exposed fiberglass insulation #755060

Asked June 09, 2021, 1:09 PM EDT

Installers used unfaced fiberglass to fill joist spaces in our basement, which we use for indoor gardening, storage, and hobby activities. I cannot find information on safety of this material, (other than it is not likely carcinogenic) particularly if it gets bumped by storage items. Is there espiratory risk of particulate matter? Can it be covered?

Montgomery County Maryland

Expert Response

Hi - Our office specializes in home horticulture questions. This is outside of our area of expertise and we cannot give advice about the safety of this insulation material. You could try contacting the Insulation Institute and ask if they can assist you.
https://insulationinstitute.org/im-a-homeowner/about-insulation/health-safety/

Christa

Answered by the Home and Garden Information Center (HGIC), University of Maryland Extension. For timely gardening information and tips, subscribe to our Maryland Grows blog and quarterly newsletter. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Replied June 10, 2021, 11:24 AM EDT

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