Abstract: Method and apparatus are disclosed for scrubbing effluent gases arising during the production of mineral fibers and particularly during the production of glass fiber insulation blankets or mats. The scrubbing is effected by the use of opposed jets of water, the interaction of which produces a planar dispersion of water droplets across the path of the effluent gases. The jets are preferably located within the gas collecting ducts closely adjacent the region of gas emergence to prevent buildup of glass fibers and binder on the duct walls. The water is separated from the gas, following which the water and gas are both subjected to further treatment before being recycled or released.