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Zero voc / Green Building & Sustainable Home Renovation Information & Advice

Healthy indoor air quality

The formaldehyde-free MDF non-toxic alternative made of natural rice-stalks

...VOCs Environmental benefits of rice straw MDF Rice straw MDF is produced from an agricultural waste product that currently has very little value, it can’t even be used as feedstock due to a lack of nutritional value. Anytime organic waste materials are converted into useable materials it sequesters carbon (acts as ca...

Healthy indoor air quality

DIY recipe for natural healthy paint

...zero VOC paints Choosing zero-formaldehyde and VOC-free new furniture Step-by-step guide to making laundry soap with buckeyes Learn more here about the benefits of a free Ecohome Network Membership and promote your business for free!

Cleaning and maintenance

Tips for keeping air clean during renovations

...VOC free. Buying 'low VOC' paint is a bit like buying 'light' cigarettes, whereas zero VOC is more like quitting. It's not that much more money for zero VOC, and watch for the colourants as well - some brands advertize that they have zero VOCs in their paints, but fail to mention that they are present in the colourants...

Healthy indoor air quality

The impact of ambient fragrances on our health

...VOCs) after one hour of diffusion. Similar results were found in a study conducted in the United States. All products tested emitted at least one type of VOC, and a quarter of these VOCs are listed as potentially toxic according to US law [4]. Are there safe and natural ambient fragrance products? Yes, but they are not...

Flooring and stairs

Cork flooring installation - the eco-friendly flooring choice, with "how to" video

...Zero VOC GreenForce adhesive from Bostik. We thank them both for taking part in this project, helping us reach our target of LEED Platinum while creating a healthy and beautiful interior living space. For more home building inspiration, check out our newest concept house, the LEED V4 Platinum Wakefield House with sol...

Healthy indoor air quality

A comprehensive guide to air cleaning and filtration in homes

...VOCs): Coming from household products, paints, and building materials, these chemicals can be harmful when brethed in over long periods. Allergens: Common allergens such as pollen, mold spores, and pet dander can be especially problematic in humid or agricultural regions. Harmful gases: Radon is a concern in many parts...

Doors and trim

Interior home finishing - How to create healthy and sustainable homes

...VOC-free. VOCs will continue to release toxic fumes for years after application. Water-based sealants and adhesives will be less toxic, and while silicone has a heavy ecological footprint in production, it's inert and harmless after it dries. Caulk vs sealants: key differences and best uses Learn the best caulking te...

Paints, finishes and natural coatings

Choosing safe paints

...zero VOC paint from Benjamin Moore, which is also zero emissions but which has been superceded. Some paint companies will offer zero VOC paint but neglect to tell you that there are other dangerous chemicals as well as VOCs in the colourants. Be sure to enquire about this, Benjamin Moore is one brand we know that is en...