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M4-10 · 9th February 2010

I've built a few dozen traps (6") and panels (3") with Roxul Safe and Sound. When cutting I use a mask and when handling directly I use gloves. I have 16 panels and traps in my project studio.

I have never had the slightest irritation with it, either while building or while in the studio. I wrap my panels and traps in fabric, but I don't use any other sealant.

Rockwool is a different animal from fiberglass, and I don't think it should cause the same respiratory irritation. It's certainly not my experience. Assuming you don't beat your panels with a bat, it shouldn't be producing any irritating dust.

Obviously it is important to clean up after construction.

Anyway, with simple precautions you should be fine. I'll stake your life on it.

9th February 2010	#2
M4-10 Gear addict Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 444 2 Reviews written	I've built a few dozen traps (6") and panels (3") with Roxul Safe and Sound. When cutting I use a mask and when handling directly I use gloves. I have 16 panels and traps in my project studio. I have never had the slightest irritation with it, either while building or while in the studio. I wrap my panels and traps in fabric, but I don't use any other sealant. Rockwool is a different animal from fiberglass, and I don't think it should cause the same respiratory irritation. It's certainly not my experience. Assuming you don't beat your panels with a bat, it shouldn't be producing any irritating dust. Obviously it is important to clean up after construction. Anyway, with simple precautions you should be fine. I'll stake your life on it.