Question from deanna96 Debra, I posted a few days ago about the cleaning solution that Chem-Dry uses when cleaning carpets. I have found another company that says they use a mixture of citric acid, sodium bicarbonate, and sodium from a product they buy. Here is the...
Question from rayrozen There’s always been a lot of hoopla around using borax, but increasing studies are showing that it’s not all that non-toxic! Please note I am in no way connected to this article except for the fact I think it is a great article!...
Question from LaniH A remediation contractor sprayed two applications of Microban disinfectant in my ductwork (supposedly to help removed loose fiberglass that had been sucked into ductwork). When the heat was turned on and the house shut up in the fall, I became sick...
Question from Angelique We have mysterious grease spots on our carpet. At least, my husband says they are grease, and probably caused by the people who installed our pool table. They actually feel kind of hard. My regular products didn’t do anything for them....
Question from hanahmeg I’ve been looking for new bedding for our new king size bed. Obviously it is not cheap, especially for organics. Is it possible that over time, and plenty of washing, that non-organic bedding could lose it’s harmful toxins? We...
Question from Liv I just bought many organic cloth diapers. It has a tag that states: Outer 100% polyester, Inner 100% organic cotton. However, now I know that PUL is considered not safe for babies. I wonder how it is transferred to the baby. I mean, is it by...
Question from Paul McBride Had to put new tires on my old 4runner. Even though they are outside the vehicle, they put out VOCs big time, which can be detected in the vehicle. It isn’t a smell per se, but it makes my mouth break out and burn (strange reaction to...
Question from exerphys I have been searching for non toxic toy boxes. So far most have MDF. I have found a few that are solid pine. Does anyone have any thoughts or suggestions. Debra’s Answer Try an unfinished furniture store or build one yourself. Readers, any...
Question from deanna96 Debra, Many mainstream companies are claiming to be less toxic and eco-friendly. Two that I have been researching are Rowe http://www.rowefurniture.com/about-us/eco-rowe.html and Mitchell Gold and Bob Williams (see their final option for the...
Question from Elliotsmom I’m trying to rid my house of flame retardant-treated polyester filled bedding, pillows, mattress pads, etc. I’m very frustrated that the only options I can find are extremely expensive. While I feel it is important to switch to...