Knauf debuts 'allergy friendly' fiberglass insulation

"Our Performance+ products have already changed the game in the HVAC industry, providing a quick and easy installation process and reaffirming our long-standing commitment to indoor air quality," said Nathan Walker, SVP, sales, customer experience, and innovation. "We are proud to again lead the industry in setting new standards, this time with Knauf's core residential building insulation. Fiberglass insulation continues to be the most economic choice for energy savings and acoustic performance in homes and businesses. Earning these new certifications is what makes Knauf the easy choice."

According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA), pollen (62 percent), asthma (42 percent), and mold allergies (37 percent) are the top three conditions affecting household health. Childhood asthma remains the leading cause of chronic disease-related school absenteeism, resulting in more than 10 million missed school days annually. Knauf's Performance+ line is formaldehyde-free, low dust and boasts low volatile organic compound levels, which the company says reduces the risk of asthma and allergy triggers in the indoor environment.

"The Certification Program established by Allergy Standards Limited (ASL), run in partnership with the patient advocacy partner AAFA, involves rigorous physical, particulate and chemical testing on products to ensure they minimize allergen exposure and limit pollutants in the indoor environment. We are delighted that companies, such as Knauf, are driving innovation to ensure healthier indoor environments, to attain the goal of healthy people living on a healthy planet," says Dr. John McKeon, CEO of ASL.