Basic Use: UltraComfort Fiber Glass Blowing Insulation is used in residential and commerical construction as a thermal and acoustical insulation. It is designed for pneumatic installation in open attic areas and for retrofitting enclosed sidewall and floor/ceiling construction assemblies.

Benefits: This product is noncombustible, noncorrosive and odor-free. In addition, UltraComfort won’t settle, contains no chemicals to cause mildew and fungus growth, contains no formaldehyde, provides no sustenance for vermin, contains no asbestos, won’t rot, decay or absorb moisture.

 

These insulation products may qualify for energy tax credits. For more information, visit the CertainTeed Energy Tax Credit page, or certainteed.com/itools for your area's specific rebates and incentives.

CertainTeed cares about the environment and Building Responsibly™, and for more than 100 years has maintained a commitment to provide sustainable, innovative solutions that improve energy efficiency and comfort. From production to product, CertainTeed's focus has been on minimizing its impact on the environment by reducing energy consumption, conserving renewable resources and lowering greenhouse gas emissions. And with our Sustainable Insulation® fiber glass products, the mission continues. Visit www.sustainableinsulation.com for more information or watch our YouTube video.

Applicable Standards:
Model Building Codes:
ICC International Code Council; New York City MEA 218-85M; New York State NYS UFPBC Article 15; California and Minnesota Quality Standards

Material Standards:
ASTM C764, Mineral Fiber Loose Fill Thermal Insulation Type 1 — Pneumatic application properties: Thermal resistance, ASTM C518 and C687; Critical radiant flux, ASTM E970; Combustion characteristics, ASTM E136; Water vapor sorption, ASTM C1104; Odor emission, ASTM C1304; Corrosiveness, ASTM C764; Fungi resistance, ASTM C1338

Fire Resistance:
Fire Hazard Classification:
(UL 723, ASTM E84)
Max. Flame Spread Index; 5
Max. Smoke Developed Index; 5

Noncombustibility:
(ASTM E136)
Meets requirements.

Thermal/Acoustical Performance:
Thermal Performance:
(ASTM C518 abd C687)
Stated R-Value achieved at minimum thickness and minimum weights as stated in coverages chart(s).

Acoustical Performance:
(ASTM E90 and E413)
The same STC ratings obtained with fiber glass blanket insulation can be estimated to be achieved by UltraComfort.
Max. 450°F (232°C)

Coverage Charts: See tables for Open Attic Application; Open Attic Application for Minnesota and Other Northern States; Closed Cavity (Walls, Floors, Ceilings) Retrofit Applications

When installed, UltraComfort will achieve the thermal performances at the thicknesses, densities and coverages specified, based on a nominal 29.5 lb. bag (see charts on corresponding specification sheets). For proper installation of UltraComfort™, see the InsulSafe® SP Installation Guide (30-24-302).

All coverage values are based on net area. Gross coverage will increase when adjusting for wall, floor or ceiling framing members and will vary based on the size and spacing of the framing members.

CertainTeed insulation products improve building energy efficiency and reduce building energy consumption for the life of the structure. As a result, they help conserve nonrenewable energy sources, decrease dependence on foreign oil and lower greenhouse gas emissions. In addition, the recycled content of CertainTeed fiber glass insulation is currently 30-35% and exceeds the EPA Recovered Material Guideline for fiber glass products, consisting of pre-consumer and post-consumer glass cullet.

Most CertainTeed fiber glass insulation products have been certified by the GREENGUARD Environmental Institute and meet the GREENGUARD standards for low Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) emissions, including formaldehyde.