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Question from cymering Hi Debra! My question today is specifically about denim, or jeans. A few days ago I read a post were you said that generally denim does not have any finishes, but that was an old post. Maybe you have different information now. And there is a lot...

Superwash wool

Question from cymering Hi Debra! I have a questions about Superwash wool. The information I have says that it is a natural fiber, but that it has been treated to make it machine washable. Are those treatment toxic? I have some yarn in my posession. So the second...

Finishing a basement cement floor

Question from ehutton We are presently in the last stages of renovation after a flood and the only thing left to do is to finish or seal the cement floor in the basement. We don't want to put down expensive floors that could get flooded again, but we'd like to do...

How Can I Clean Up Motor Oil?

Question from ellenelle My husband spilled motor oil on the cement floor of our garage, leaving a patch of around 12 inches diameter after he blotted it up with paper towels. Of course, it still smells really bad. Does anyone know of any way I can get the rest of it...

CamelBak water bottles

Question from Mrs. Chris CamelBak water bottles are tritan plastic and claim to be BPA free. They have a bite-valve and straw that runs into the bottle so it is used without tipping. Are these truly a safe bottle? Debra's Answer A study I wrote about at Q&A: Study...

Furniture Coasters

Question from sasha123 Hi Debra, Do you have any recommendation for furniture coasters on a wood floor? Home Depot has felt coasters, brand Feltgard, made from recycled materials, but I haven't been able to find the content. Any feedback on those or something else for...

Child w/ severe allergies needs indoor activities

Question from Texas Cook Hi Debra, My youngest daughter has times of the year that are so difficult because of severe outdoor allergies. I am considering purchasing x box 360 kinect so that we can play sports together while she has to spend so much time inside. I know...

Tile Glue Smell in New Shower

Question from Scent Free Girl My husband installed a tile shower in my bathroom in mid September of 2011, and I can still smell the tile adhesive he used. He's a contractor and he used premixed tile adhesive. He didn't realize it would continue to put off a chemical...

Valley Green Naturals

Organic and natural bodycare products handmade on a farm in Virginia from plant-based ingredients. Simple soaps, plus products for face, hair, body, hands and feet, outdoors, and especially for men. Many products available unscented (with no added fragrance, but...

ARE TOXIC PRODUCTS HIDDEN IN YOUR HOME?

Toxic Products Don’t Always Have Warning Labels. Find Out About 3 Hidden Toxic Products That You Can Remove From Your Home Right Now.