Two companies were on hand to speak about sheep's wool insulation, which has been increasing in popularity in the United States. The material naturally resists bugs and vermin, has a low density, and is good at getting wet and then drying out. Oregon Shepherd showed a temporary wall of its 

Batting Latitude, imported from New Zealand, as well as its loose Permabatting, made near Portland with domestic wool.  Photo 12 of 14 in West Coast Green 2010 by Miyoko Ohtake

West Coast Green 2010

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Two companies were on hand to speak about sheep's wool insulation, which has been increasing in popularity in the United States. The material naturally resists bugs and vermin, has a low density, and is good at getting wet and then drying out. Oregon Shepherd showed a temporary wall of its

Batting Latitude, imported from New Zealand, as well as its loose Permabatting, made near Portland with domestic wool.