Question from cheryl lipson We have been looking at new foam mattress options, and are very confused about "Talalay" and urethane foam. It was my understanding that you should keep away from urethane as it emits toxic fumes. I have no info on Talalay foam. The sales...

I was going to write something on how you can green Halloween, but others have already done an admirable job: Green Halloween - a whole website on the subject! Green Halloween Tips: Tricks to Make Your Halloween a Treat for Mother Nature This Halloween, Think Green:...

Question from Jayne Hemming Would you please tell me if vegetable stearic acid is a synthetic chemical (possibly petro-chemical) or a natural safe substance. I have been told conflicting opinions so far and would be very interested in whatever information you can find...

Question from Mark Long Hi Debra, What is your take on 'waterless car washing'? With this method of washing I am saving about 100 gallons of water per wash (which otherwise would go untreated into open sewers and rivers). I am hooked on a product called "EcoTouch "...

Question from Misha K. I recently inherited my mothers wedgewood china and handcut lead crystal. In the mid 80's, it went thru a fire and suffered smoke damage. She didn't clean it before packing it because they had very little time to get their things and get out....

Question from Betsy Our venetian blinds get dirty from the dust and debris that comes from the burning cane fields. Without taking the blinds down, what do your readers suggest we clean them with? Debra's Answer Readers? [button...

Question from D Hosford Debra I was browsing Debra's List and could not find any cleaning products from AFM on it. I've been using AFM's SafeChoice Concentrated Super Clean all purpose cleaner and their concentrated Saftey Clean bathroom and bowl cleaner. I was...

Question from D Hosford Debra I have been using a Bodum electric water kettle Made of a heat-reinforced polypropylene plastic and a stainless steel heating element. As I continue to evaluate all the plastics in our home (thanks to you, your book and your wonderful...

Question from heather can anyone recommend a good steam cleaner for carpets, that does not require the use of commercial detergents or cleaning solutions ? I've looked at the major brand names (Hoover, Dirt Devil etc), but they all seem to require use of their...

Question from s.a. I am writing to ask input on how to clean our home from an unfortunate combination of good intentions! Long story short, we thought a toxic substance leaked through our ceiling into our office carpet. We pulled back the rug, opened the window and...