This material is five times lighter, yet stronger than concrete, and has superior thermal and sonic insulation and fire retardant properties. The material is also mold and insect resistant. Building material they produce includes phonic and thermic insulation, insulating aggregate, light concrete, brick, parpen, and partition panels. Hemp oil is a preferred base for house paints. Hemp oil paint also hardens the lumber's surface, making it resistant to scratches and other abuse.
Hemp fiber is about three times stronger than cotton and more abrasion resistant.
Hemp also has strong mold, bacteria, heat and U.V. resistant qualities. In addition to yarn production, HTI is also developing a line of knit and woven fabrics made from its HempWol and other HTI yarns. Several leading carpet firms are already experimenting with hemp for their industry because of its inherent toughness and mildew-resistance. Hemp oil and fish are two of the world's best sources of EFA's. Many studies show that fish-eaters and others with high fatty acid intake have lower heart disease rates, and apparently less risk of developing arthritis and some other diseases.