Insulation

• Muscovite mica is used in electrical insulation. Muscovite has a high electrical resistivity and capacitance.
  
  

Paint

• Muscovite mica is often used as a reflector in paint. It gives the paint a glossy tone. Muscovite also increases the weather-withstanding ability of the paint and thickens it to reduce running. Muscovite also has a high heat resistance, so the paint itself helps insulate the home.
  
  

Wallpaper

• Muscovite is used in wallpaper as a reflector. Its pearly luster gives the wallpaper a silky and shiny look.
  
  

Lubricants

• Muscovite is greasy in nature. It is often used in industrial lubricants to keep machine parts running smoothly.
  
  

Plaster boards and Wall boards

• Muscovite has a high heat resistance and serves as a fire retardant in plaster boards and wall boards. Muscovite also reflects sound well, providing good acoustics.
  
  

Dry Powder Extinguishers

• Muscovite, due to the high heat resistance, is also often used in dry powder fire extinguishers.