Is WD-40 Toxic?
My husband sprayed it all over a zipper on his jacket - I am concerned about putting it in the washing machine.
How to Unclog a Drain
Any suggestions as to what to use to unclog a kitchen drain? Actually it is not really clogged, but very sluggish. So does anyone know of anything to use down a drain that is scent free and non toxic and that works?
Neighbors Toxic Dryer Sheets
Please, my sister and I cannot keep moving. The situation here is really killing us health-wise. The woman next door does her laundry for 4 hours straight at least 3 times a week usually 6pm-10pm. Her clothes drier's vent is aiming directly to our bedroom windows which is 10-15 feet away, very very close. She uses the scented drier sheets that is horrendous and we've read and really knew anyway, that these sheets are toxic.
Ziploc Bags
I am using Ziplock freezer bags to keeps things dry in the car for my emergency supplies. Do I have to worry about offgassing in the car and with the high temperature? It it made of PE.
Shopping for Toxic-Free Products at IKEA
Does anyone know about Ikea stuff? They claim some of their things are non voc etc. Does anyone have any actual experience though with buying anything new from them?
Need Sensodyne Original Toothpaste Replacement
Sensodyne Original is being discontinued. I need a NON-MINT flavored toothpaste with the 5% potassium nitrate for sensitive teeth or another de-sensitizer that is just as effective. I live in constant sinus headaches and my teeth are super sensitive. Any specific help would be greatly appreciated!!!
How Can I Remove Nature’s Miracle from Carpet
A reader asks how to remove the lingering smell from Nature’s Miracle after using it on carpeting.
Scotts 1000 Sheets per Roll Toilet Paper
Like you, I've used Scott's toilet tissue for years. The last 2 packages I bought, though, reeked of an odor and literally made me sick. Even the Extra Soft did, but with a different smell. The website says they are unscented (but did not say "fragrance free"), and that the plain tissue MAY contain post consumer material.
Microban Exposure from Breathing?
My assistant just bought a floor pad for me that says “microban” on the label. I know that microban is an antimicrobial, but since it will be 5 feet from my nose, I don't suppose there is a need to be concerned about toxicity. However, if it wears away like my old pads do we'll be tracking the dust onto the living room carpet. But then I don't sit on the floor so maybe that's not an issue either. I would not buy a Rubbermaid dish drainer because it has microban, but this is different.
Are Disposable Polyethylene Gloves Safe?
I do not want the nitrile or latex dish gloves. Amazon sells polyethylene disposable gloves. Are these safe? I saw a web site that stated polyurethane gloves are also made. I read the latex gloves can have other additives, are they unsafe?
Phthalates in Pool Liners
I used to have a above-ground pool, with a soft vinyl liner. At the time I wondered if any toxic chemicals were being released from it. When I asked the manufacturer of the liner I was assured it was perfectly safe.
Today I came across a study about the migration of plasticizers used to make soft PVC (phthalates) into water.
Luggage
I have been all over the internet and dug through archives, but am having little results looking for luggage. It seems that even those touting ʻeco friendlyʻ are really a typical derailment of fact. If it is made of recycled materials, I question what was in the previous encarnation. Nylon has been treated with chemicals. Handles made of ʻtprʻ? Some claim ʻecoʻ and yet state pvc dividers.
Does TSP Outgas Toxic Fumes
I'm confused about TSP. I was looking around your site for info about it because I see it's an ingredient in Concrobium Mold Control, which I was looking into using on a shower. The product is said to be non-toxic, and I see it listed as a recommended product on your site.
Remove Leftover Smell from a Glade Plug-in
Glade plug-ins give me a head ache and I was wondering if you have any sense of what it takes to get rid of the smell and the associated chemicals.
Eyeglass Lenses Coatings and Frames
My husband and I both need to get glasses and are having a hard time finding the frames and lenses we believe would be non or least toxic. Please help!
Lead-Free Extension Cords
I was wondering where I could purchase lead free etc. extension chords.
Safe Headphones
Any tips for finding safe headphones? I have decided to look for in-ear headphones since there is less material I might be sensitive to. I thought I picked out a good pair. They were anodized aluminum, phthalate-free and BPA-free but the cord still had a strong plastic odour.
Vinyl Window Offgassing
I found this "green" website discussing vinyl windows, saying that they do *not* affect indoor air quality. Would you read this and tell me what you think? I am about to buy a vinyl sliding door and I am concerned. But this website says there is nothing to worry about.