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  • From: <permed@nor.com.au>
  • 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




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