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Installation Tips for Professional The Only Product of Its Kind

the Spread of Fire Is a Safer, It’s Quieter Too Results And Only FROM Roxul
Better Home In addition to being an excellent barrier Vapour barriers are not required on interior walls however Safe’n’Sound is available in the following sizes.
When escaping a house fire, minutes to the spread of flames, Safe’n’Sound is insulation should not be left exposed. Drywall is the recommended Non-stock sizes are available through special order.

Why Roxul
can make all the difference.
Roxul Safe’n’Sound is made from non-combustible mineral wool so
it will not burn or release any toxic gases and it’s able to withstand
also an excellent barrier to the spread of wall covering. Gloves, dust mask, eye protection and loose clothing
noise from room to room. are recommended when handling insulation. 16” on centre for wood studs
Covers: 59.7ft2 (5.55m2) Length: 47” (1194mm)
The combination of higher density (25% higher than Flexibatt Wiring Width: 151/4” (387mm) Thickness: 3” (76mm)

is the Better
the intense heat of flames approaching 2150ºF (1177ºC) without
melting. It has been tested and proven* to add to the fire resistance
of a partition wall when properly installed. When minutes matter,
thermal insulation) and the non-directional fibre structure make Score the batt with your serrated knife at
Safe’n’Sound a very effective barrier to sound. The higher density the height of the wire and then cut the batt 12
of Safe’n’Sound is especially effective in areas where there are to about half the thickness. Fold the batt
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openings in the drywall, such as pot lights or electrical outlets. back and fit the wire into the opening. Fold

Choice For
it’s natural to want to protect what matters most. You can with Roxul
Safe’n’Sound . The fibre structure creates thousands of tiny voids that trap and the batt back to close the opening and push
dissipate the vibrations caused by sound waves, greatly reducing the it into place.
There is the added benefit of potentially reducing property damage
as well. By slowing the spread of flames, Safe’n’Sound gives fire
transference of noise through walls, floors and ceilings from room
Plumbing 24” on centre for wood studs

Interior Walls
to room. Covers: 60.1ft2 (5.58m2 ) Length: 47” (1194mm)
fighters valuable extra time to arrive and extinguish a fire. For large drainpipes, make two cuts at 45º
Width: 23” (584mm) Thickness: 3” (76mm)
Using resilient channels with Safe’n’Sound will enhance the sound angles to form a “V” groove. Then fit the
For complete home safety, Roxul recommends a planned escape absorption properties of your partition walls even more. insulation around the pipe into position. 8
route, the use of smoke detectors and the installation of fire Treat small diameter pipes as you would PIECES
extinguishers in your home. wiring.
*National Research Council Canada Report A-4051-1 Proper Fit Ensures Peak
Performance Electrical Boxes
Better Renovations Include Safe’n’Sound Ensuring the best possible performance Measure the box itself as well as the
depends on proper fit. Make sure you distance it is up the stud. Cut a notch out 16” on centre for steel studs
Where can Safe’n’Sound be used? A rec room in the basement, of the batt at the corresponding height. Covers: 64.0ft2 (5.95m2 ) Length: 48” (1219mm)
purchase the right batt size for the width
home theatre, home office, around the furnace room, new bedroom, Slide the batt into place behind the box and Width: 16 1/4” (413mm) Thickness: 3” (76mm)
and type (steel or wood stud) of your
bathroom or full addition, no matter what your home renovation push it snugly up against the side, top and
wall cavity and take your time when 12
project is, Safe’n’Sound adds an extra layer of protection and bottom of the box.
installing the product. A little extra time PIECES
comfort.
now will have a lasting effect on how
well the product performs.
A Better Fit With The Environment
Safe’n’Sound batts are 3” thick to ensure there is a ½” gap between
All Roxul products, as well as the advanced technology used to make
them, are completely CFC and HCFC free. And all Roxul mineral wool
the face of the insulation and the back of the drywall. This gap is 24” on centre for steel studs
essential for proper performance. Covers: 64.0ft2 (5.95m2 ) Length: 48” (1219mm)
insulation is made from natural basalt and over 40% recycled slag. Width: 24 1/4” (616mm) Thickness: 3” (76mm)
And Roxul Safe’n’Sound has been tested and approved to carry the It also cuts easily with a serrated knife, such as a bread knife, so it’s
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GreenGuard certification which means it meets stringent standards simple to fit around doors, into tight corners and in less-than-full- Toll free: 1-800-265-6878 8
for indoor air quality. width cavities. Never tear and stuff Safe’n’Sound as it will seriously Phone: (905) 878-8474 PIECES
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compromise its effectiveness.
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