Question from baf
We are having a difficult time finding safe windows for our house. We put new windows in my sons bedroom and we are no longer able to go near that room. I called Jeldwin and asked for the material saftey sheet and sure enough they were vaccum sealed to the core with insecticide fungicide and 4 proprietary solvents.Our temporary Solution is sealing the window with aluminum foil.This leaves the room very dark and still with aslight odor although with an air filter the room it is habitable for short periods of time. We need to find windows that do not contain chemicals or materials that outgas and make us sick.
Debra’s Answer
I dont’ know of any windows that don’t have toxic chemicals in the finish.
Readers, please let us know about windows you have used sucessfully. I personally haven’t purchased new windows–I always buy salvage windows.
And let this be a reminder to ask for and read the MSDS before you buy.
