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Green Planet Paints
Question from Carol As I was searching online for products to re-do our kitchen, I came across Green Planet Paints at one of the stores. It sounds good. What do you think? Debra's Answer What a great find! While I haven't yet tried these paints myself, on paper they...
Pampered Chef Ceramic-Coated Cookware
Question from Dawn Has anyone found information about the new Pampered Chef white ceramic-coated cookware? I called the company two weeks ago to get more information, and was referred to the Test Kitchen. I left a voice message there, and have not heard back. The rep...
Good Shepherd Wool Insulation
Natural wool for wall insulation, treated with the natural mineral boron to repel mice, moths, mildew and insects. They also make WEKA, "a wool-based building insulation incorporating a sheep wool and lime which allows the panels to be installed as a semirigid...
Teatulia
"Organic single garden teas...We grow all of our teas in our single USDA-certified organic garden in northern Bangladesh, and they benefit from perfect growing conditions: The soil is developed with the use of organic cover crops and mulching, while the growing area...
BPA in Recycled Paper — Is Nothing Safe?!?!?!
Question from Stacey I have recently read that recycled paper products contain BPA. I switched to recycled paper towels and toilet paper, and even paper plates, thinking they contained less chemicals, but now worry about the BPA in the recycled paper. What are we to...
CertiPUR-US Polyurethane Foam
Question from Bonnie I have a friend who recently purchased a foam mattress from a company called CertiPUR-US. It claims to be a green item with very little off gassing. I have an older mattress in my guest room and was thinking about replacing it. Any info on them?...
New Plaster Walls
Question from Jennifer Abromowitz Hi Debra, I am planning plaster walls for a bedroom addition. I am intending to plaster over wallboard rather than use wood lathe (which is usually fir and aromatic, or metal - which I don't like to surround myself with). Wondering if...
Affordable Organic Cotton Towels
Question from LLB52 Does anyone know where to buy affordable organic towels? Mine are worn out and everywhere I look they are very expensive. Thank you. Debra's Answer I don't have an answer offhand, but I'll tell you what I would do to find the least expensive...
Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs Now Found to Pose Cancer Risk
How Toxic is Old Floor Finish?
Question from Gustavo R Hi Debra! When I moved to my house 10 years ago, I had the hardwood floor sanded and then varnish was applied. The brand of the varnish was "Synteko". I googled it and found a Data Sheet ( http://www.nam.synteko.com/DataSheets-Classic.pdf ) of...
