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mommafank 12-07-2013 01:40 PM

Have you used Insul Bright
 
If so, anyone find it makes them cough as if perhaps it has fiberglass in it?

mighty 12-07-2013 01:55 PM

I have used it but have nevr noticed that.

cathyvv 12-07-2013 01:59 PM

I just bought some, but haven't used it yet. I did let it tumble for about 1/2 hour in the dryer to get the 'dust' out.

Try washing it on gentle cycle, and tumbling it dry.

I have to wash all my fabrics because I am allergic to whatever the heck they put on the fabric to keep bugs away.

QUILTNMO 12-07-2013 03:48 PM

i use it and no problem!!!!

Butterfli19 12-07-2013 03:58 PM

I don't think Insul-brite has fiberglass in its materials, but if you are concerned you could always call the manufacturer to see if is made with anything that could be considered an allergen.

azwendyg 12-07-2013 04:03 PM

I've also used it without any problems, and I'm pretty sensitive to dusty stuff.

mommafank 12-07-2013 04:12 PM

I might be crazy but I think it may be a real problem for me. Guess I should have washed it but did not know you could just throw it in the washer and do that. I had never used it before. I could not find that it has anything other than polyester fibers and some sort of metallic stuff in the middle and I know I should not be allergic to any of that stuff. I have been coughing for hours and I am not sick. Do you know if anyone other than Warm and Natural manufactures it or something like it? I got it as Hancock's but never really checked on the labels.

QKO 12-07-2013 04:13 PM

It doesn't have fiberglass in it. It contains polyester fibers, a non-woven substrate, and a metalized coating. It should be hypoallergenic.

Here's their website explaining that: http://www.warmcompany.com/ibpage.html

Maybe it was stored in a dusty environment and picked up a bunch of dust or lint?

ManiacQuilter2 12-08-2013 03:38 PM

How about wearing one of those cloth dust masks for when painting? Just a suggestions. I have been using the product that was in a package that I bought from JAF online. I have had no problems.

Amythyst02 12-09-2013 04:21 AM

I use this all the time, with no problems, but mine was also packaged. I think I got mine from Nancy's Notions this time around.

BellaBoo 12-09-2013 06:18 AM

I don't like the feel of InsulBrite and I don't like to cut it. I quit using it. I use batting and the heat resistant silver fabric.

citruscountyquilter 12-09-2013 07:43 AM

I use it a lot for pot holders, insulated bags and such. I've never had a problem. I never really gave any thought to what the fiber content is however.

mommafank 12-09-2013 08:01 AM

I decided to do the mask---works well!

piepatch 12-09-2013 08:19 AM

I have used it several times, and have never had a problem.

mommafank 12-09-2013 09:32 AM


Originally Posted by BellaBoo (Post 6447516)
I don't like the feel of InsulBrite and I don't like to cut it. I quit using it. I use batting and the heat resistant silver fabric.

Do you have a product name for this material? Honestly would prefer an alternative.

bibi 12-09-2013 09:43 AM

I feel the same about it. I am also interested in the heat resistant silver fabric. If you don't mind BellaBoo please give us manufacture, etc. Thanks and everyone have a great week.

kittiebug 12-09-2013 01:59 PM

I just used it for the first time. No problem ..:)

maryel 12-10-2013 12:56 PM

I have used it and have never had any problems so far.

wordpaintervs 12-10-2013 01:04 PM

I have more allergies then money. I used this a lot with never a problem. Good luck resolving the cough problem.

nativetexan 12-10-2013 05:41 PM

here is some with a brand name http://www.amazon.com/Silver-Quilted.../dp/B008BMHE7G

I
didn't love inslbitgt= got slivers in my machine


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