Question from Gab I am trying to get the best possible set up for my house cannot afford organic bed. I have a very old matress and base set that seems not to affect me with cotton sheets and wool doona. have been feeling better does the old matresses and an old foam...

Question from L.A. I recently bought a set of Simply Organic 100% organic cotton sheets/pillowcases at Bed Bath and Beyond. When I went to launder them before using them, the cleaning instructions on the labels said to "machine wash cold." I prefer to wash sheets with...

Question from L.A. Does witch hazel kill germs? Debra's Answer Witch hazel is an herbal plant. It's leaves are astringent, which means it tends to shrink or constrict body tissues. It also dries, hardens, and protects the skin. If the witch hazel preparation contains...

Question from mamta Hello, I am thrilled to come across your website ! I have been looking online for waterproof natural sofa. Since I have a 10 month old baby, I read all about the off-gassing from vinyl couch. I also want to stay clear from leather. So we just...

Question from laa HI again, everyone - please Debra, could you advise: Many, many thanks. Your help is a godsend to many of us, Debra! Debra's Answer Readers, please share your experience regarding mold on organic cotton mattresses, if any. I have only had one organic...

Question from Mary Anne Hi Debra - thanks so much for all you do for us folks with MCS. I hope you or your readers can help me. I need to remove the old slotted metal cover plate from a shower drain, but the screws are very old, rusted and corroded and won't budge. I...

Question from KJ This is a very hard subject. I'd like ro feel the wood when I walk on it. It looks like most finishes, like Vermont Natural Coatings, have finished surface similar to polyurethane finish. The wood does not breathe because surface is coated. I found...

Question from Mary I'm looking for a nontoxic or, at least, less toxic eyebrow pencil in a grey or brown. I've been using Logona, but it is difficult to apply smoothly. Any suggestions? Debra's Answer I don't use eyebrow pencil. Readers, your suggestions? [button...

Question from S Hi Debra, How would one know if their flexible duct under the house for your furnace contains pvc? What would be a safe alternative? Thanks s Debra's Answer I think you would need to have someone come out and inspect it. I haven't researched ductwork....

Question from Susan Has anyone ever heard of a method used to refurbish a bathtub known as "epoxy polyurethane oxide"? The company that uses this method would be spraying this solution on the tub that we are hoping to have refinished. I will be bathing my 3 young...