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Non-Toxic Kitchen Cabinets: Complete List of Types and Brands
Non -Toxic healthy kitchen cabinets. 0 and low VOC options. Formaldehyde-free options. Alternatives for the chemically sensitive, including DIY.
Guide to Non-Toxic Flooring 2021
Natural low-VOC and 0-VOC, non-toxic options for flooring; the healthiest flooring options from tile to carpet. Truly green flooring for the chemically sensitive and health conscious buyer.
Non-Toxic Insulation: A Complete Guide
An complete list of green, eco friendly non-toxic insulation options. Zero and low VOC, natural, synthetic and unique solutions. Includes a cost comparison.
Non-Toxic Grout and Thin-Set Mortar
Non-toxic grout, mortar, thin set, membranes and grout sealer.
A Guide to Non-Toxic Sealers, Stains and Varnishes
Non-toxic, 0 VOC paints and sealers: natural oil finishes, wood stains, mineral paints, interior and exterior paints, stone sealers and sealers that block VOCs. All green, healthy and safe for the chemically sensitive.
Building for the Chemically Sensitive
Those who are building and have moderate to severe chemical sensitivities have a number of factors they need to consider in the very early stages of the planning of the build. You could easily end up between a rock and a hard place without considering these details in advance. I have seen it many times! […]
Healthy Home Building Consultant
Building Biologist and Healthy Home Building consultant for those avoiding toxins.
Tiny Homes & Shelters for the Mold & Chemically Sensitive
Simple Tiny Homes for the chemically sensitive and mold sensitive. Kits, prefabs and DIY.
Choosing a Non-Toxic Vinyl Plank Floor
Vinyl Plank, Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP), and Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) are very low in VOCs and offgassing. Most people find it odorless, but those like me with a high sense of smell can certainly pick up the offgassing. I pick up the chemical odor off every brand I have sampled (they are all very […]
Non-Toxic Paints, Vetted by the Chemically Sensitive
Which Paints are Truly Safe? There is a myriad of paints claiming to be “green” or zero-VOC, but most don’t list their ingredients, others list the main components, while some only list what has to be legally disclosed on a safety data sheet (SDS). This post covers interior wall paints and primers, metal paints, cabinet […]
The Healthiest Non-Toxic Carpet Brands
For safe, non-toxic carpet, both natural and synthetic fiber options can be a healthy choice. The post outlines my top picks in the zero and low-VOC categories for residential and commercial use. This includes a look at the carpet fiber, backing, products used during installation, and padding (underlay). Even folks who are chemically sensitive can […]
Guide to Non-Toxic Glues and Caulks
Non-toxic wood glues and caulks for those building green and healthy homes. Safe for the chemically sensitive.