Question from Jennifer Has any one installed bamboo flooring in a semi-arid climate? If so, did you have any problems with contraction or cupping? FYI: We have a swamp cooler but will not be maintaining a constant humidity level. Debra's Answer Readers, any experience...

Question from Louise This is from a parent on Berkeley Parent's Network... Have you seen the article in the latest ''Environment California''newsletter on popular baby bottles that leach dangerous chemicals, bisphenol A in particular? The Environment California...

Question from Patricia Hi Debra, I know blueberries are on the dirty dozen list so I always try to buy organic blueberries. They are usually quite expensive. Wyman's blueberries, www.wymans.com/sustainability, posts the following statement on their website and I...

Question from Susan generally, i have no problem with having a few spiders around. but i have a small lime tree that spiders seem to love too much--huge webs spring up overnight and kill the flowers before they have a chance to turn into fruit. (i also have a lemon...

Question from Sage Dear Debra, I am currently looking for a new car seat for my 11 month baby, but all car seats stink. Do you know of any that are less toxic? Thanks. Sage Debra's Answer Moms, what do you suggest? [button...

Question from Helen We have some fifty-year old child-sized wicker chairs that were recently repaired. The old material is gray and the new is natural new wood colored. The chair man has suggested we spray paint them because the color difference is so great between...

Question from joyce k. I have an interior bedroom that only has one window. Outside the window the air flow is blocked by an added on bathroom. There is still air flowing, but the window is near the ground and if left open is a security hazard (someone could enter the...

Question from Mark My wife is sensitive to many chemicals and plastics. Until recently she has tolerated Dove soap, the one that is for sensitive skin, which states "fragrance free" stated on the label. She has not tolerated the soap for the last two or three months...

Question from Perri Hi, I love your website and use your Shopping List almost daily! I decided to start making my own candles so I can have fun trying different scents. Also, I want to know for sure that my candles are safe for my home. Do you or any readers know...

Question from SarahBug I just bought two Method cleaning products at Target recently and was wondering why it was not on the list?? Is there something wrong with the products I should know about? Debra's Answer First, there are many more products on the market than I...