Plumbing Pipes
We are in the process of a home renovation project, which includes moving our kitchen and several lightly used bathrooms (powder roomand guest room/office bathroom). Our contractor was planning to use PEX piping for all incoming water. I know there are concerns about leaching from PEX pipes. Would you share that concern?
Wonderkids Playmats
I am looking at the play mat with the link below (the website includes some safety reports). The company states that it is the only playmat cover that is made from *FDA compliant (food contact grade) material. Plus the premium polyurethane leather is ultra soft, non-toxic, and hypoallergenic.
Non-Toxic Running Shoe
Kinda in a bind here im a guy looking for non toxic sneakers for running and working out in that are seemingly comfortable. However none of the mainstream brands have a shoe good enough imo thats non toxic. I found a couple off of debs older list and was wondering you thoughts on how non toxic and safe they are.
Non-Toxic Furniture Store for Sofa
I am trying to find information on stores that carry California compliant Sofas. Such as, Crate and Barrel. I do not want a custom sofa. I saw on your site a list of stores that were compliant and for some reason I cannot find that page again no matter how many times I try.
Blackout Shades and Curtains
I’m looking for advice on a few toxic free items such as blackout shades and curtains and couches. My husband died from leukemia so I’m very concerned about toxins in the home. I’ve searched but have been unable to find zero VOC blackout shades and curtains.
Blenders and Juicers
I have decided to start eating healthier by going plant-based. This will require a blender. Are there any companies on this website that sell toxic free blenders and juicers? I look forward to hearing from you.
Vinyl Plank Flooring
Thank you for all the fabulous info. We are looking to remodel our house and live in it 5-7 years before we build a house with a more non toxic budget. I am trying to find a good wood flooring that I won’t be worried about us living with but also something that we can afford for our remodel. Our contractor would like to use lifeproof vinyl plank, which claim to be phthalate & formaldehyde free. Any other cautions for this brand?
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.
Cavities and Braces
My son needs two cavities filled. The MSDS of the 3M filler our dentist uses has some unpleasant ingredients. What is the least toxic resin or non resin solutions for tooth fillers for a kid with allergies (including nickel allergy)? He also needs braces and I want to know the least toxic materials we can have placed.
Is There Such a Thing as a Nontoxic Bean Bag Chair?
I made my own by purchasing organic cotton covers and filling them with organic kapok. They were quite big, so I put old cotton t-shirts in the bottom and then topped them off with the kapok. If you google organic cotton bean bag covers you will come up with several options.
Styrofoam in Hydroponics
Hi, I have seen styrofoam float used widely in hydroponic farming. Agree hydroponic is pesticide free, but does styrofoam has similar"food grade" like PU foam MDI or is styrofoam used in hydroponic farming safe at all? Thank you.
Handbag Materials
Can you tell me if it's toxic to carry handbags made of these materials? I know I may need to find out more details about the chemicals but this is what I have so far.
Is Fruit and Vegetable Wash Safe?
I buy organic produce but I still feel like I have to wash it. Are the "non-toxic" fruit and vegetable washes safe?
Lovesac Furniture
I recently saw a Lovesac piece of soft furniture, and wanted to know about the materials it is made from. They are textiles, REPREVE, repurposed from plastic bottles, and Durafoam, a premium blend of shredded recycled foam. They make a “Sac” and a sectional couch.
New IKEA Mausund Mattress
I noticed that Ikea recently came out with a new latex/cotton/wool mattress called Mausund. We are preparing to move to Europe and will need to buy mattresses for our three young children and this mattress is available there. It appears as though the materials in the US and EU version of the mattress are similar. Would this be a 'safer' option for my young kids to sleep on (ages 3, 6 and 9)?
Safe Bassinet for Baby
I have a question regarding baby bassinets in North America. It has been impossible for me to find a "clean" bassinet for my baby. I wrote to two different companies, Halo and Monte, to inquire about their manufacturing.
Both use plastics and foam in their products.
GreenGuard Certified Ottoman
I am failing to find a greenguard certified ottoman coffee table, or at least a "nontoxic" one. The only one I have found was through pottery barn. Any other suggestions? Also, is there a difference between nontoxic and greenguard certified?
Safest Mattress for MCS
Looking at the questions that come into this Q&A, one of the most frequent is from people with Multiple Chemical Sensitivities (MCS) looking for a safe mattress. Even the most natural materials are not tolerated for one reason or another. Not because the materials are toxic, but because of individual sensitivities.
Lead-Free-Pottery-Bowls
I have been making these delicious bowls with rice, veggies, etc. I want to get pasta like bowls that are lead free. What do you suggest?
Is There Safe Wallpaper?
I am thinking of having wallpaper in my dining room. The selection of non-vinyl wallpaper is very slim. I am very green and keep indoor air as clean as I can. The question is, does vinyl off gas forever? The other question is, what about the glue they use to put it up. Is it sealed once the wallpaper is on and if not does it off gas forever?