Used wool in my studio renovation last year—worked great, but I did notice some dampness during heavy rains. Ended up adding a simple vent fan, problem solved. Hemp sounds interesting though... wish I'd known about it sooner.
Yeah, wool's great but moisture can definitely sneak up on you. Smart move adding the vent fan—simple solutions often do the trick. Hemp insulation does breathe better though, might be worth considering next time around... hindsight's always 20/20, right?
- Hemp insulation sounds nice in theory, but honestly, I've heard mixed reviews from friends who've tried it.
- One buddy swears by it, another ended up with mice nesting happily inside—talk about unintended roommates...
- Wool might have moisture quirks, but at least it doesn't turn your walls into a rodent Airbnb.
- Vent fan was definitely a good call though, simple fixes usually beat fancy materials in my experience.
- Sometimes old-school solutions stick around for a reason.
I've had decent luck with wool myself—no furry freeloaders yet, knock on wood. But speaking of old-school, anyone tried cellulose insulation? Heard it's pretty solid, but does it hold up long-term?
"But speaking of old-school, anyone tried cellulose insulation? Heard it's pretty solid, but does it hold up long-term?"
Funny you bring that up—I actually went the cellulose route about seven years back when we remodeled our attic. At first, I was a bit skeptical since it seemed like something my granddad would've used... but honestly, it's been holding up great. We live in a pretty damp climate, and I was worried about moisture issues or settling over time, but so far, so good.
One thing I'll mention, though—make sure whoever installs it knows what they're doing. My neighbor went DIY with cellulose and didn't prep properly. Ended up with uneven coverage and some spots settled quite a bit after just a couple years. He had to redo parts of it later, which wasn't fun (or cheap). In contrast, ours was blown in by a pro who took the time to fluff and layer it properly. It's stayed fluffy and consistent ever since.
Another plus I've noticed is how well cellulose handles soundproofing compared to fiberglass or even wool. Our attic bedroom used to pick up every little noise from outside—traffic, dogs barking, you name it—but now it's noticeably quieter. Kind of an unexpected bonus.
The only minor downside I've experienced is that if you ever need to access wiring or plumbing behind insulated walls or ceilings later on, cellulose can be messy to deal with—think dusty snowstorm in your attic. But honestly, that's a small inconvenience compared to the comfort and energy savings we've enjoyed.
Overall, I'd say cellulose is definitely worth considering if you're leaning towards old-school insulation methods. Just make sure it's installed right from the get-go and you'll probably be happy for years to come.
