Have you used Insul Bright
#3
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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.
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.
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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.
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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.
#8
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?
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?
#9
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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.
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