Cellulose: Modern cellulose insulation is made from either 75 to 85 percent ground-up recycled paper or recycled denim. It is heavily treated – around 15 percent by volume – with boric acid, borax, or ammonium sulfate. While these chemicals aren’t known to be hazardous to people, they can be effective flame retardants and help reduce pest issues.

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