Cortec Flooring
Question from Sheryl Fleishmans Hi Debra, We just had Cortec Flooring from the company US Floors installed. It is vinyl plank flooring that is “Green Guard Gold” certified. Apparently “Green Guard Gold” is the strictest level of certification....BPA From Can Linings Can Have Immediate Effect on Your Body
A new study has found that drinking just two drinks from a BPA-lined can can significantly raise levels of BPA in your body—enough to immediately raise blood pressure. Read more at GreenMedInfo: BPA-lined Container Hike Blood Pressure—Immediately Add...Another Reason To Filter Your Tap Water
A new study from the University of Sheffield, in the United Kingdom, has proved conclusively that contaminants can enter pipes through leaks and be transported through the pipe network. The pressure in mains water pipes usually forces water out through leaks,...The Story of Tris Flame Retardants
Here is a great video about the toxic flame retardant chlorinated Tris. 13 minutes. Well worth watching. New York Times: A Flame Retardant That Came With It’s Own Threat to Health Add...Wrinkle-resistant Poly-cotton Blend
Question from Cheryl Van Beek Hi Debra, I know Polyester is not the best fabric but I’m opting for a wrinkle resistant pair of men’s pants. I’m trying to get rid of my husband’s slacks that say “wrinkle free” and 2 pair that...Equipment to Measure VOCs
Question from Gustavo Alves Hi Debra, I know there are devices that can measure Co2 in the air. Do you know any equipment that is able to measure VOCs in the air? Thanks! Debra’s Answer Some years ago Will Spates from Indoor Environmental Technologies, Inc. came...How to Kill Invasive English Ivy
Question from Mary Ashmore Hi Debra, What is a non toxic way to kill English Ivy ? Everyone keeps telling me to spray it with Round Up. I think Round Up is toxic. Is that correct ? What would be the alternative ? thank you. Debra’s Answer Yes Roundup is very...Toxic Nail Salons
A few weeks ago the New Your Times ran an article about how workers in nail salons were being harmed by the toxic chemicals in nail polish and polish remover. The article lists dibutyl phthalate, toluene, and formaldehyde as the three chemicals associated with the...Aluminum Art Work
Question from Stacey Santoro Hi Debra, I saw an interesting piece of art consisting of UV ink print on brushed aluminum. It seems safe to me, but would like to hear what you think. I don’t think aluminum outgasses, does it? Thanks! Debra’s Answer Aluminum...
