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In this section we'll give tips and ideas about keeping our homes and our planet clean and green.

Understanding No VOC Paint Solutions
Audrey Smith
Understanding No VOC Paint Solutions So I have been hearing a lot about VOCs recently. And not one to shy away from a perfectly confusing acronym, I have been looking into this one and trying to figure out if it warrants all the attention that it's getting. And guess what? It does. Apparently VOCs are Volatile Organic Compounds--you preferred the acronym, didn't you? VOCs can occur naturally--trees and cows are huge contributors of VOCs--but the ones that occur naturally can be handled naturally. Funny, isn't it? . . . keep reading
Cleaner Air With Houseplants
Marilyn Woodard
Cleaner Air With Houseplants "I just got the keys. Come see my new house!" My friend was excited to show off her brand new home. Everything was pristine: new carpets, fresh paint, sparkling vinyl clad windows, ceramic tile in kitchen and baths. It had that "new house smell" and looked modern, yet cozy. After about five minutes of "oh-ing and ah-ing" my 10 year old daughter said, "Mom, I gotta' go outside." The new house smells were making her sick: headache, queasy stomach, watery eyes. We knew from experience that if she didn't get some fresh air she'd be really ill. The chemicals off-gassing from all that new paint, carpet and tile are, quite literally, sickening. . . . keep reading
Soap Nuts vs Chemical Laundry Detergents and Soaps
Matt Johnson
Soap Nuts vs Chemical Laundry Detergents and Soaps Soap nuts are natural soaps that grow on trees. These are the fruits of the tree called Sapindus. They do not contain any harmful chemicals and dyes or any other artificial fragrance. Sapindus grow in warm tropical regions and are native trees of India, Indonesia, Nepal and other South East Asian countries. They are easy to use and can be trusted for long term safety from any adverse chemical reactions on the body and nature. . . . keep reading
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