Question from heather Hi Debra, We recently purchased a new home that has Closet Maid vinyl-coated shelving in the closets. The home is about a year old. Oddly enough, two of the closets have a strong odor whenever I open them (I am not sure why the others do not). I...

Question from Krissy I just purchased two Paula Dean Enamel on Stainless, a 12 quart stock pot and a oven roaster. I used Lead Check testers and they tested negative for lead. I contacted the company to see if they test for cadmium and lead, they have not gotten back...

Question from Krissy Hughes Does anyone know if swiffer dusters are safe, I just saw the posts dicussing the liquid solution in the swiffer liquid jet product and it made me concerned over the swiffer dusters I have. I'm wondering if thet contain anything toxic? I...

Question from Mary Marston It's getting difficult to avoid tagless garments for adults. Is tagless categorically bad stuff, or does it depend on the ink used, the sensitivity of the wearer, etc.? If you don't have an obvious allergic reaction to the ink, does that...

Question from beebes I have a 2 year old and we have had a bad year with respect to illnesses -- we've had norovirus and flu twice (once with very high fevers lasting over two weeks). I try to keep toxic chemicals out of our house, particularly in cleaning supplies....

Question from Cathy DeVoe Hello Everyone, Does anyone know if a propane furnace will affect a person with MCS? It will have a whole house electonic air cleaner attached. We would use carbon monoxide sensors in the home. Thanks for your input. Cathy Debra's Answer I...

Question from Heather Hill I recently purchased used silverware (silver plated) and would like to clean them up. Could you recommend an Earth Friendly/natural silver polish ? Thank you, Heather Debra's Answer In my book Home Safe Home, I recommend removing tarnish...

Question from klh How long does it take wallpaper to outgas and become nontoxic? Debra's Answer It depends on the wallpaper. If it is vinyl wallpaper, quite a while. Years. Add...

Question from L.A. I've just purchased a used Room and Board sofa. The fabric is a kind of micro-suede,and the tag reads "resin-treated polyester." I tried calling R and B, but they had no further details. I'm concerned that this may be the toxic PTFE Resin that the...

Question from Reenie Hello, Are there any books or online resources that are helpful to others wanting to create a Green Team in their workplace? Thanks! Debra's Answer Readers? Add...