Melamine Vs Fiberglass
Melamine Vs Fiberglass is a common argument in the insulation industry. Listed below is the benefits of melamine foam over fiberglass material.
Melamine-
- Lightweight, open cell
- Wide temperature range
- Low smoke and flame properties
- Available in several sizes and shapes
- Custom shapes and profiles available
- Easy to trim, cut, slice (reducing installation time)
- Has outstanding acoustical properties
- Flexible
- Used for 20+ years as insulation for pipe & duct work
Fiberglass-
- – Fiber reinforced plastic, reinforcement fiber is glass fiber
- – Fiberglass can irritate the eyes, skin, and respiratory system
- – Vulnerable to moisture
- – Where moisture is present, mold growth frequently follows
- – Energy intensive to manufacture, making it not as “green” of an option
- – Highly permeable; will not stop energy losses due to air leaks
- – Irritating and potentially hazardous to handle
