"Non-toxic"

Non-toxic / Green Building & Sustainable Home Renovation Information & Advice

Cleaning and maintenance

How to make Eco-friendly DIY laundry soap from Buckeyes / Horse Chestnuts

...non-toxic building materials, we are always happy to share clever natural cleaning product ideas that keep unnecessary toxins and perfumes out of homes. Not long ago we featured Tru-Earth eco strips with natural ingredients and greatly reduced packaging, but for the real enthusiasts, here is how to make your own laundr...

Paints, finishes and natural coatings

Natural wood finishing oil is non toxic too

...Non-toxic deck finishing oil © Livos Now you know about natural, food-safe, non-toxic finishes for wood surfaces and furniture. Learn more about sustainable construction and how to create healthy indoor spaces, all in the Ecohome Green Building Guide and the following pages: Top ten tips for a longer lasting ...

Kitchens

Formaldehyde-free green kitchen cabinetry for a non-toxic home - price comparisons

...non-toxic Green kitchen renovation featured in this article was made with 'regular' solid maple and standard white melamine for the interiors of the cabinet boxes, but all wood components are finished with water-based lacquer. Green kitchen cabinet components of this build include: 2 lower end units with 30’ angled si...