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As compared to other economical insulation options, cellulose provides good thermal performance with an R-value of 3.8 per inch. Cellulose insulation has received the highest fire safety rating (class 1), and can easily fit around items in your walls like pipes and wiring. Cellulose insulation is most often used in the cavities of walls and roofs to insulate, reduce noise, draught proof, and even provide added control against mold.
In a cooling climate, a good blanket of attic insulation helps keep the house cooler and reduces the load on air-conditioning equipment. Most attics are insulated with blown-in loose cellulose (R-3.5 per inch), blown-in loose fiberglass (R-2.5 per inch) or fiberglass batts (R-3.2 per inch). Cellulose is recycled newsprint treated with a fire retardant. Fiberglass is just that--thin fibers of glass that trap air.