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Asked: June 30, 20202020-06-30T01:51:55-04:00 2020-06-30T01:51:55-04:00In: Construction

Is hemp insulation flammable?

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    1. acevedobenitez

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      2020-08-02T10:49:38-04:00Added an answer on August 2, 2020 at 10:49 am

      Hemp insulation is fire resistant. It will char, but not burn. It is also an excellent insulator. Hemp can absorb heat and redistribute it. Making you cooler in the summer and warm in the winter. It also absorbs water, which helps with moisture control. The natural properties of the plat also make hemp insulation undesirable to bugs and other rodents who love to live in and eat traditional building materials like wood and drywall.

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      2020-07-14T19:19:24-04:00Added an answer on July 14, 2020 at 7:19 pm

      Of course, it is, because, generally saying, nature-based materials have higher flammability sensitivities compared to chemical-based materials. Regarding this fact, it is essential to measure the flammability characteristics of nonwovens produced out of natural fibers, including fire reaction tests and comparison of hemp-derived fibers and those made out of chemicals.

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      2020-07-09T21:00:46-04:00Added an answer on July 9, 2020 at 9:00 pm

      It is flammable, but one can also use hemp insulation that has been manufactured to contain flame retardants… that said, Hempcrete is essentially impervious to fire!

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      2020-07-09T13:29:02-04:00Added an answer on July 9, 2020 at 1:29 pm

      Hemp is a massive improvement over many common construction materials. In making hemp insulation, flame retardants and polyester fibers are added to the hemp fibers. A house-made total of hemp is virtually fireproof, especially the hempcrete parts. But hemp insulation, while not precisely flammable, is not as inflammable as hempcrete.

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      2020-08-02T10:49:55-04:00Added an answer on August 2, 2020 at 10:49 am

      Compared to spray foam, hemp foam insulation is more flammable. So, while hemp foam is more sustainable, if you are considering using it in a house or building where there is a real risk of fire, it might be wise to use spray foam instead.

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      2020-07-26T00:53:18-04:00Added an answer on July 26, 2020 at 12:53 am

      Hemp insulation is flammable. However, it is extremely fire resistant and will remain so for up to 3 hours, depending on its thickness. It is recommended to use hemp insulation for its breathability and permeability of water vapor. It is also known for its ability to regulate the temperature in the home, whether through the heat of summer or cold of winter.

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      2020-07-17T08:09:51-04:00Added an answer on July 17, 2020 at 8:09 am

      Yes. Anything with an organic base is naturally going to
      be highly flammable. And even though hemp insulation is mixed with other particles and things, it doesn’t make it any less flammable.

      Now Hempcrete, on the other hand, has been proven to be flame retardant, and of course, that will burn too, but it would take a lot longer than the average to burn.

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      2020-07-14T19:18:59-04:00Added an answer on July 14, 2020 at 7:18 pm

      A product called Isochanvre Insulation was produced in France that is naturally non-flammable antibacterial, waterproof, and prone to termites. The product was made from hemp. Hemp has high silica content for it to have an ability to maintain its qualities, store warmth, and give back for a while. Hemp insulation may be flammable but not totally because of the plant’s conditions.

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      2020-07-13T18:27:15-04:00Added an answer on July 13, 2020 at 6:27 pm

      Hemp insulation is flammable. However, hempcrete products are more flame retardant than other insulation.

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      2020-07-13T18:26:28-04:00Added an answer on July 13, 2020 at 6:26 pm

      Yes, just like any plant-based material, it is flammable. While it is not as flammable as many insulators, it can still catch fire. It is an excellent insulation material and much cheaper due to decreasing hemp prices in the past few years.

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      2020-07-09T09:39:45-04:00Added an answer on July 9, 2020 at 9:39 am

      Yes, hemp insulation is flammable. However, Hempcrete is not flammable. Hempcrete may show signs of burn, such as charring, but it will rarely catch fire.

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        2020-07-17T08:09:53-04:00Replied to answer on July 17, 2020 at 8:09 am

        She’s right. Hempcrete will not burn down, but a more raw form of hemp will.

        It comes with the territory of being a plant.

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