Question from jiwaskow Need help with this one! I react to treated wood and even to redwood, so we're at a loss for what to use at the bottom of our stud walls between the wood studs and the concrete. Code requires treated sill plates or redwood. I can get around that...

Question from June Nolen Every time I go into a store, any store, my hair picks up fragrances from the store and it's patrons. I've tried to remove it with fragrance free shampoo, vinegar and baking soda. Even after washing for 8 to 10 times the fragrance is still...

Question from kmilbrett Hello, I know that the Cuisinart Green Gourmet line contains nonstick, nontoxic skillets. Are the KitchenAid and Calphalon anodized aluminum nonstick pans also nontoxic? Thank you. 🙂 Debra's Answer Anodized aluminum pans are safe. Anodized...

Question from Mrs. Chris Five years ago,we had a new tile floor installed and used a water-based sealant on the grout. We were told to clean it with trisodium phosphate (which apparently is safe) and reseal it every year or two. It is a huge job (600+ square feet)...

Question from singing tomato Hi Debra 🙂 we are moving to a new house in about 2 weeks. The previous tenants will leave in about 2 weeks. We saw the house and it needs painting, we decided to use a no VOC paint but I need something without chemicals. Do you have any...

Question from svw Hi Debra, Was wondering if anyone has used Mystical by Nirvana Safe Haven to lift out fumes from vinyl and fabric in cars? Is it better than zeolite for fumes? Thanks svw Debra's Answer Readers? Anyone have experience with this? [button...

Question from tthomson What is your thinking on gas cooktops, vs. electric? Debra's Answer I have a gas stove myself because I prefer the heat control I can achieve with a gas flame. There are disadvantages to each. Gas can give off toxic fumes from the gas itself if...

Question from tthomson We are renovating our house in upstate new york. My husband is an electrician and planned to use PVC pipe. Is this safe? We cannot seem to find an appropriate substitution for a residence. Debra's Answer PVC pipe is a hard vinyl plastic. Hard...

From Environmental Working Group: Halloween is spooky enough without having to worry about the toxins in your decorations and costumes. That's why we've created a simple tip sheet to help you have a greener, safer holiday this year. Take a look at Tips to Green Your...

Question from svw Hi, was wondering if anyone knew where to buy covers for cars seats? If one were to have them made what would be the best fabric, canvas etc.? Thanks s Debra's Answer What kind of car seat covers do you want? Do you want to replace your seat covers...