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Need an Inexpensive Futon

Question from Lisa D. Hello Debra, We are trying to find the least expensive yet least toxic futon mattresses since we just moved and are starting over. We had White Lotus ones in the past but honestly we can’t afford that route right now. I am trying to decide...

Orgreenic Pans

Question from lynne I found pans with the OrGreenic brand. Do you recommend them? I am particularly concerned about my bird. Thanks, Lynne Debra’s Answer Someone else asked about Orgreenic a couple of years ago (see Orgreenic nonstick pan) At the time I...

Is Stoneware Safe?

Question from Alexandra Hi Debra, Is stoneware a non toxic product? I am considering getting some stoneware items. Namely the butter dish and the teapot from Le Creuset. Also, some children’s play dishes at IKEA. Do you have any advice on this? Thanks!...

Healthy Chair Mat?

Question from Percyfaith I am looking for a healthy material chair mat for my computer desk. Don’t know if there is such a thing. I have a low pile carpet in the room and over my lifetime have mostly used the cheap mats at office supply stores. I am more...

Breadmaker Without Non-Stick Finish?

Question from Kelly I love using my breadmaker. However, the loaf pan has a non-stick surface. Are there any breadmakers that do not have a non-stick loaf pan? Debra’s Answer Not that I know of, but I don’t particularly keep up with all the breadmakers, as...

Coil Spring Sofa Cushions

Question from sara Hello – where did you get your sofa cushions? Coil spring w/organic cotton? I’ve heard that children with allergies should not use organic latex cushions due to potential sensitization due to offgassing, especially if they are allergic...

Restoration Hardware Wool Rugs

Question from AnnaDella Debra, do you think Restoration Hardware’s 100% wool rugs are as good as BioCarpet? They seem to cost exactly the same with carpet pad-all wool–and the experience is such an upper, but the 2 dealers who sell the Earthweave carpet...

Is Bora-Care Termite Treatment Safe?

Question from Dawn Hi Debra, Do you have any thoughts on a product called Bora Care? We are considering purchasing a home that is being sprayed with Bora Care for a fungus issue in the crawl space. By state law it can only be applied once which makes me concerned...

ARE TOXIC PRODUCTS HIDDEN IN YOUR HOME?

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