These days we're all aware of the prevalence of toxins in our lives. Some are largely unavoidable (if you live in a city, near a feedlot or factory or other outdoor pollutants) but many toxins, especially indoors, are within our control to regulate and mitigate. Our guide to detoxing your home goes room by room, giving you the whats and how-tos of detoxing and improving your indoor air quality, safety and eco-friendliness all at once.
Rub a dub dub, what's that in your tub? Soap scum may be annoying, but it's not as gross as what's in some common bathroom cleaners. And since skin- and hair-care products aren't always quite as beautiful as they appear on the surface, we'll show you what look out for in those products, too.
This is the second part of Detox Your Home: In the Bathroom. Coming in at a slightly higher 1.2 gallons per minute, the Lowest Flow showerhead from Gaiam is equipped with a "soap-up valve," effectively allowing bathers to pause water flow while they get sudsy or shave.
Doing the laundry should be all about getting squeaky clean. So why are some conventional products all washed up? Our tips for kinder, gentler laundry are as gentle on your delicates as they are on the planet, while still getting the job done right.
This is the second part of Detox Your Home: In the Laundry Room. Also, front-loading (or horizontal axis) machines, such as Bosch's Nexxt Washers, use significantly less water and energy; their annual water usage is about 5,200 gallons per year, while the average top-loading washing machine uses almost twice as much.
Though it seems like our homes should be safe havens from the pollution that lurks outside, indoor air quality actually tends to worse than that beyond our front doors. But you can put the 'live' back in 'living room' by following the simple steps outlined below, and showing any unwelcome guests the door.
This is the second part of Detox Your Home: In the Living Room. Keeping your home's air-conditioning filters clean increases its efficiency and saves 350 pounds of carbon dioxide from escaping into the air per year. Get more tips in the continuation to our living room detox guide.
Because their bodies are still growing, babies and children are more vulnerable to environmental pollutants than adults. Give your bundle of joy a head start by creating a safe, healthy, and nontoxic haven, free of hazards that could hinder his or her mental and physical development.
This is the second part of Detox Your Home: In the Nursery. Fast-growing line California Baby offers an array of natural products that rank high on the list, while Avalon Organics offers a full line of products made from organic ingredients.
Snoozing on a bed of toxins is certainly no dream. But there's no need to let chemical nightmares keep you up at night. We break down your bedroom's essential elements—furniture, decor, and accessories—to help you banish the bad mojo for good so that you can rest easy.
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