Is Volck Oil Toxic?
Question from JAD I run a native plant nursery and we try to be chemical free. One of the volunteers has brought in volck oil. I looked it up and it is 97% petroleum oil. We have 3 Chemical Sensitive volunteers and one complained about feeling ill after being in the...Perfume and Smoke in Handmade Pottery Mug
Question from Mary A. I just purchased a beautiful handmade pottery mug online. Unfortunately, It has a strong smell of perfume and also of smoke!.. The artist says she stores her materials in her laundry room …hence the perfume smell, and smokes in the garage...Thank you for Everything
Question from Mary Not exactly a question, but I was looking at a pillow case that I had bought years ago through a mail-order company that you had listed in one of your early books. You had named several sources of cotton clothing and cotton bedding, etc. That was a...What About All the “Decorations” on Clothing?
Question from Lauren Hi Debra, Thank you so much for your website. I have learned so much from it and I really appreciate the time you put into answering readers’ questions and conducting research. I know from reading your site that clothes that are cotton/poly...Wall Material for Building Shower
Question from Debbie Thank you Debra, for all that you do to help all of us. I sure do appreciate all the help you give. We had our shower torn out due to mold and are trying to decide on what to rebuild it with. Fiberglass, acrylic, or vinyl is out. Cultured marble...Scentsy Scented Candles
Question from Eddi Has any of you heard about the “Scentsy” products? I got one as a Christmas present, but hesitant to use it in case it’s toxic… Debra’s Answer Please do not use this. It’s one of many scented products that contain...White Lotus Wool Comforter
Question from RedondoSun Hello! I am getting ready to purchase a comforter from White Lotus Home and wanted some advice. I see their wool is not organic, but 100% virgin wool. Is there a difference? Or shall I go for the organic cotton comforter to be safe? Thank you...Stainless Steel Drinkware
Question from Kathy I am looking to buy stainless steel drink ware, including straws, to use for both hot and cold beverages. My thoughts conflict on nickle content vs environmental responsibility. Comments? Debra’s Answer As a rule I don’t recommend...Varnish on Soapstone Carvings
Question from Peru Lover Does anyone know what kind of varnish they use on soapstone carvings from Peru and how toxic it is? I want to buy a cute mini animal sculpture but it’s awfully shiny. Seller is in the USA and doesn’t know. Assuming it’s old...
