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Do it Yourself with Safer Building Materials and Home Products

Yesterday, the discussion was about formaldehyde and other pollutants in certain products but there are many items that can pose risks. For example, did you know that some older themostats contain mercury? If you think about it, it makes sense, just like there’s mercury in regular thermometers. I guess I just never thought about it. If you’re replacing your themostat, be sure to choose a digital one instead of one that contains mercury. Many types of vinyl also contain chemical pollutants, so it’s probably best to avoid not only vinyl flooring but vinyl shower curtains and other products made from … Continue reading →

Is Your Family at Risk for Formaldehyde Exposure?

You may already be aware, but many people do not know that several different types of home building materials contain allergens, air pollutants, and even toxic chemicals like formadehyde. Many newer homes, newer furnishings, and newer wall and flooring materials contain chemicals that can become irritants or do even greater harm. The following materials should be checked carefully before use: Plywood Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF) Other pressed wood products (the adhesive used to bind them) Some paints, primers, and sealers Some fiberglass and foam insulation Some coatings used to make products stain resistant Flooring materials (including padding) Coatings used to … Continue reading →

Four Tips for Enhanced Cleaning

1. We do need to flip our mattresses from time to time but there’s no sense in struggling with a heavy mattress to clean your bed skirt or dust ruffle if you don’t have to. Look for styles that have elastic around the edges instead of those that cover the box spring and get covered up by the mattress. You can slip it off easily without heavy lifting, wash, dry, press if necessary, and put it back in place without breaking a sweat. If you can’t find a bed skirt that you like in that style, make one or add … Continue reading →

Building a Home? A Few Environmentally Friendly Tips

Okay, to be real honest, I’m not all caught up in man-made global warming hype, especially since I’m old enough to remember the “global cooling” hype from when I was in grade school. Still, there is something to be said for caring for our planet. We should not be reckless with the environment and I believe we have a duty to leave the Earth better than we found it for those who follow after us. When building a home, there are a few fairly simple measures that can be instituted to help protect the Earth. Choosing a building site is … Continue reading →

Home: Week in Review June 25 – July 1

I hope you all had a great week. Here’s what was covered this week in the Home Blog: What are You doing for Fourth of July? How will you and your family celebrate Independence Day? Do you take time to remember why the day is special? Maybe you display your flag and show your spirit with red, white, and blue apparel. Celebrations consist of many different events from attending parades, carnivals, and fireworks displays, to camp outs, picnics, and parties. [read more] How about Some Dual Purpose Furniture for Outdoor Living Spaces? I love home and garden centers and home … Continue reading →