Question from Dori
Looking for a new front loading washing machine. I am told they now all use antimicrobial coating on the door gaskets.
What are the coatings made of? Do they leach into the environment or contaminate my clothing? What are the risks/safety for a person with MCS?
Thanks,
Dori
Debra’s Answer
This antimicrobial thing is getting ridiculous! The other day I went to buy a pair of scissors and all but one pair had antimicrobials!
There are a number of different types of antimicrobials with varying toxicity. If it says “Microban” on the label that’s triclosan and you want to stay away from that, but I don’t know what type of antimicrobial they use on washing machine gaskets and it may differ from manufacturer to manufacturer.
Ask the manufacturer what the antimicrobial is and let me know. Then I can better answer your question.
Debra 🙂
Nano silver
Nano silver would not be outgassing. The particle would need to come off of the gasket through wear and then a particle may get into the air or the laundry. But this is unlikely to be a hazard.