To: "permaculture" <permaculture@franklin.oit.unc.edu>
Subject: Re: Insulating with wool
Date: Tue, 11 Sep 01 08:24:33 -0000
I recall reading that the commercial sheepswool insulation is impregnated
with borax - as well as a fire retardant it is repellent to pests and
rodents. Borax is also added to insulation made from shredded waste paper
for the same reasons.
Robyn