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Hemp Batt Insulation
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Industrial hemp is a variety of the Cannabis sativa plant species that is grown specifically for industrial use. It differs from recreational cannabis in that it doesn’t contain more than 0.3% tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the psychoactive chemical in cannabis that gives you the high feeling.
Hemp is lightweight, mold resistant, breathable, very economical and useful for the production of a wide array of materials. As a building construction material, provides solutions to a variety of issues facing current building standards and global warming. The ability to absorb large amounts of CO2, providing superior air quality, thermal balance, and creating a positive environmental impact. Recyclable, non-toxic, and biodegradable, making hemp a popular choice in green construction.
- Zero Carbon Footprint
- Energy Efficient
- Thermal Insulator
- Acoustic Insulator
- Humidity Regulator
- Mold & Pest Resistant
- Strong and Durable
- Easy to Install
Industrial hemp is processed, through decortication, to separate the plant into seed (from the flowering part of the plant, also called grain), bast fibre (stringy fibres from the outer layer of the stalk), and hurd (wooden inner core of the stalk).
Industrial hemp has many uses, including paper, textiles, biodegradable plastics, construction, health food, and fuel. It is one of the fastest growing biomasses and one of the earliest domesticated plants known.