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Guide to a Healthy Home Office

WEBThis year, amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the workday has changed for almost all of us. Many people have been able to switch to full-time work from home, and …

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A Guide to Healthy Wood Finishes

WEBFor a smoother surface, use 600 grit sandpaper to lightly sand the oil or water treated surface after drying for 24+ hours. For wax finishes, skip the final sanding. …

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How to Build a Healthy House

WEBA durable and resilient wall system is one that can safely and effectively handle all the elements thrown at it, including heavy wind, rain, snow, ice, severe heat, …

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The Well Building Standard and What It Can Mean for …

WEBThe WELL Building Standard provides a framework by which builders can evaluate their design, material choices, and process regarding sustainability, energy …

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LEED for Homes 101: Indoor Environmental Quality

WEBFiltering your air is the third pillar of healthy indoor air in your home. If you have a mechanical ventilation system, the minimum air filtration requirement is MERV 8. …

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Non-Toxic Carpets: The Best on the Market

WEBEarth Weave is one natural and non-toxic carpet company that also markets a carpet backing made from 100% natural latex. Their rubber rug gripper is sold …

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Home Maintenance: Taking Care of Your Refrigerator

WEBOpen the refrigerator door. Using a vacuum, clean out any crumbs, debris, and pet hair. Using a toothbrush and warm soapy water mixed with a splash of vinegar, …

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The Benefits of Native Plants

WEBNative plants support and restore biodiversity while improving the health of bees, local insects, and birds. They add variety and color. They grow nearly everywhere …

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Are Plastic Food Containers Safe

WEBTurn your plastic food storage containers, drinking cups, and baby bottles over to find a number printed on the bottom. If they're marked with a #2, #4, or #5, they …

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Healthy & Sustainable Sofas & Sectionals

WEBSustainable and healthy sofas and sectionals should mention one or several different sustainable and health certifications. Besides the California labels mentioned …

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The Best Herbs and Plants to Boost Your Immune System

WEBBoth the berries and flowers of elderberry trees have high levels of antioxidants and vitamins that may boost your immune system. For hundreds of years, …

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Sustainable Wallpaper: Where Healthy & Beautiful Wallcoverings …

WEBVersa Designed Surfaces is a leader in sustainable wall coverings. Their wall coverings meet the highest sustainability standards, including NSP/ANSI 342 and …

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Building Certification Programs: A Comprehensive Guide

WEBThe National Green Building Standard ™ certification is an independent, third-party verification to ensure a home is designed and built to achieve high performance. It …

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Non-Toxic Wood Sealing Guide: Protect Your Woodwork without …

WEBFill in the cracks: Use a high-grade interior or exterior grade wood filler to seal any visible cracks or holes in the wood. Sand the wood: Lastly, use 150g – 220g …

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Myth Busting: Non-Toxic Paints Are Always Safe

WEBMyth Busting: Non-Toxic Paints Are Always Safe. By Tobias Roberts Rise Writer. Feb 19, 2018. We all want homes that are free of potentially dangerous …

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What is Mineral Wool Insulation

WEBMineral wool is a very resilient insulation material. The insulation value (R-value) of mineral wool remains unchanged over time. While other standard insulation …

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Green Roof Guide

WEBAs with many added home features, the cons are the additional cost and maintenance. Green roofs with proper irrigation, drainage, and waterproofing typically …

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Sump Pumps: Your Complete Guide

WEBUnless you have a massive basement, most homeowners can get by with a 1/3 HP or ½ HP sump pump. For a ½ HP sump pump, you can expect to add about 1 …

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Ventless Clothes Dryers: A Comprehensive Guide

WEBWhirlpool Ventless Dryers. A description of Whirlpool's top-of-the-line 7.3 cubic foot HybridCare Ventless Duet Dryer with Heat Pump Technology can be found …

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