Non-Toxic Stain Or Dye Needed For Butcher Block Countertop
Question from A. Smith We are looking to darken our washed out looking maple butcher block countertop. Please submit ideas/suggestions. Only non-toxic/healthy responses please. Debra’s Answer Readers? I would look into food-based natural colorants. The juice...Cleaning mold out of humidifier and keeping it out?
Question from Elizabeth I have two different brands of humidifiers, small ones for individual rooms. Does anyone know how to keep mold from growing in the humidifiers and if there is anything to put in the water while the humidifier is working to keep mold growth...Choosing Safe Toys
Question from Penny Schafer Recently, recalled toys have become big news: So far this year Mattel has recalled almost 19 million toys for inherent dangers from lead paint, to small loose parts particularly magnets that can be easily swallowed. The good news is...Skin Moisturizer with Sunblock?
Question from Krista C Hi everyone, I am looking for a recommendation of a facial moisturizer with sun protection. Some of my favorite brands make these, but their safety ratings leave a lot to be desired – seems that many efective sunblockers are toxic, and...Dust Grabber dust cloths
Question from Donnie Has anyone had problems with the white Dust Grabber dust cloths? I ordered some, and when I opened the package and removed them, I had very serious reactions to them. This included shortness of breath, very bad headache, burning eyes and nose,...Fruit Spread as Sweetener
Question from CHRISTAL JANIS Is there anyone out there who uses only fruit/fruit spread as a means to sweeten dessert recipes? Thank you for your ideas. Christal Debra’s Answer Add...Aluminum Oxide Finish On Mullican Hickory Enigneered Flooring
Question from Jim Blair Debra, I had Mullican Sundance Hickory engineered hardwood floors installed in June 07. I noticed the box the flooring came in stated that the wood contained an aluminum oxide finish. I have noticed an odor in the morning when I go downstairs....Realsalt
Question from Marie I have come across a natural salt called “realsalt”. It’s very good, and is supposed to be 100% natural. I buy it in bulk, from a health food store, but not all health food stores carry it. You can also buy it directly from their...Safe Windows & Patio Doors
Question from Ian Greenberg Debra, I have MCS and I’m looking for a safe brand of Windows & Patio doors to use in my home. You have mentioned Jeld-Web Auralast in your column some time back, but there are also windows and doors made out of Fiberglass, steel...
