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84Eco-Friendly Paints: Low-VOC Options for the Environment
by Elle MacKenna
Conventional paint has never had a good reputation. It’s smelly, messy, old versions contained lead of all things and over the past decade it’s been tagged as a major indoor air pollutant. Today, thanks to consumer demand for healthier paints that perform, manufacturers are offering low-VOC options that are better people and the environment. published 14 months ago
68Toxins In The Workplace
by Chloe Comfort
Some work environments present greater risks to workers than others might. In the HVAC industry, workers can potentially be exposed to numerous toxins. You should be aware of the risks and know what to do in... published 5 weeks ago
65Carbon Monoxide - The Silent Killer
by Chloe Comfort
This year, an estimated 400 to 500 people will die due to carbon monoxide poisoning and thousands more will be hospitalized. In severe cases, carbon monoxide exposure is fatal. Everything may appear to... published 2 months ago
81Choosing Sustainable Kitchen Cabinets
by Elle MacKenna
I find cabinetmakers to be among the most skilled and engaged tradespeople. In the green building industry this quality is elevated with creative and innovative techniques for harvesting and crafting wood... published 13 months ago
72How to Green Your Work Place
by Elle MacKenna
There is a connection between healthy people and a healthy planet and a greener workplace - the place we spend most of our waking hours - is better for both you and the planet. Indoor Air Quality is a... published 8 months ago
79Refinishing Floors with Health in Mind
by Elle MacKenna
I come from a long-line of do-it-yourselfers and among the bevy of home improvement experiments we’ve refined with practice is floor refinishing. From experience, I can tell you that there are... published 13 months ago
78Do Air Filtration Systems Work and How Much do they Cost?
by Elle MacKenna
More and more the quality of indoor air is becoming a priority for homeowners. In addition to choosing low-toxic finishes and furnishings, air filtration systems can help improve indoor air by removing... published 11 months ago
68Houseplants for Cleaner Air
by Terri Paajanen
You may not even think that the air in your home or office needs any cleaning, but it is a very common problem due to modern building and decorating materials. Houseplants can help clean the air as well as add some wonderful nature to your living space published 9 months ago
76How to Increase Air Flow Through Your Home
by Elle MacKenna
A well ventilated home can help keep indoor air healthy and moisture problems under control. In winter, the biggest concern is stopping unwanted air leaks that suck heat and energy out. It seems that the... published 10 months ago
56Why and How to Choose an Indoor Air Purifier
by Dr Daniela
I never gave any thought to my indoor air. I lived with a heavy smoker for 21 years and had a house full of pets (six dogs, six cats). My husband, the smoker, died, and I, a lifelong non-smoker, was not... published 6 months ago
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