Vermiculite is a silvery gold to gray-brown mineral composed of shiny flakes. It was once used as insulation in most buildings. In case you’ve discovered that your home is insulated with vermiculite, you’re probably concerned about the potential dangers associated with it. Find...

What is vermiculite?

Vermiculite is a silver-gold to gray-brown mineral that is flat and shiny in its natural state. When heated to about 1000 degrees C, it appears (or swells) which creates air pockets. This expanded form, and the fact that vermiculite does not burn, makes...