We actually used hemp insulation for our cabin renovation last year. It was pretty straightforward to install—just cut the panels to size and fit them snugly between studs. No itching at all, thankfully. It definitely helped with humidity control, and the space feels comfortable year-round. Only downside was availability; we had to order it specially, so planning ahead is key. Haven't tried cork yet, but I've heard good things...might be worth exploring next time around.
That's pretty cool you went with hemp insulation. I've been eyeing cork myself because I've heard it's good for soundproofing too, and our tiny house spot is near a busy-ish road. Did you notice if the hemp helped at all with noise reduction? I'm trying to balance cost and comfort, so it'd be great to hear your experience before I dive into ordering anything special...
"Did you notice if the hemp helped at all with noise reduction?"
From what I've seen, hemp insulation does help a bit with sound dampening, but it's not its strongest suit. Cork might actually be better if noise is your main concern—I've used it in a client's home office near traffic, and it made a noticeable difference. Price-wise though, cork can be pricier upfront...but balancing comfort and quiet might justify it. Curious if anyone's tried combining materials for better results?
- Hemp insulation's decent, but yeah, cork definitely edges it out for noise.
- Tried hemp in my cabin—helped a little with muffling rain sounds, but traffic noise still came through pretty clearly.
- Wondering if anyone's experimented with denim insulation? Heard it's good for soundproofing and eco-friendly too, but haven't personally tested it yet.
- Denim insulation sounds interesting—never even knew that was a thing till now.
- Curious how it holds up over time though...would moisture be a concern?
- Currently planning my first custom tiny home build, and noise is a biggie for me (light sleeper here, traffic noise = nightmare).
- Hemp seemed promising, but after reading your experiences, maybe cork or denim would be better.
- Anyone actually installed denim yet? Would love to hear some firsthand pros/cons before I dive in.
