A study on home dust samples showed "significant effects on PAH concentrations in house dust were found for gas heating, outdoor PAH concentrations, and residence age. Polycyclicaromatic hydrocarbons can activate cellular responses that increase and lead to chronic inflammation and are implicated in environmental illnesses like chemical sensitivity, asthma and even arthritis. Because these chemicals can act on pathways that involves genetic expression, different populations may be more susceptible to the effects including Native American derivation and those from Canadian Aboriginal populations, older populations, infants with underdeveloped detoxification systems and those with chronic diseases. More research needs to be done to better understand how methods for climate control such as home heating may have a negative effect on health and to further explore how different gene polymorphisms may effect overall health in response to them. Other environmental factors such as the levels of metals that are also present in environmental air pollution may combine to augment inflammatory reactions in different people. Common sources of air pollution include transportation and industry.
For further reading: Greenhouse Gases and Environmental Illness
Whitehead, T. et al. Determinants of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon levels in house dust. Journal of Exposure Science and Environmental Epidemiology aop (2009). URL http://dx.doi.org/10.1038/jes.2to009.68.
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
10 Ways to Make Your Bedroom a Sanctuary
"Make the bedroom cozy—not too big or too tall. If you need extra space for reading or exercise, add a bay, an alcove, or an adjacent area, rather than supersizing the room"
Read more: 10 Ways to Make Your Bedroom a Sanctuary:
Read more: 10 Ways to Make Your Bedroom a Sanctuary:
Friday, November 19, 2010
Sunday, October 10, 2010
Formaldehyde and TVOC emission behavior of laminat... [J Hazard Mater. 2010] - PubMed result
Formaldehyde and TVOC emission behavior of laminat... [J Hazard Mater. 2010] - PubMed result: "Formaldehyde and TVOC emission behavior of laminate flooring by structure of laminate flooring and heating condition."
Monday, September 20, 2010
Recycled homes bring green living to hundreds - Green House - USATODAY.com
Recycled homes bring green living to hundreds - Green House - USATODAY.com: "Lisa Covington grew up in government-subsidized housing, as did her mom and grandmom. But her 6Lisa Covington, 46, bought her first home in March in State Street Village.
CAPTIONBy Wendy Koch-year-old daughter won't. In March, Covington bought her first home"
CAPTIONBy Wendy Koch-year-old daughter won't. In March, Covington bought her first home"
Sunday, September 19, 2010
Saturday, September 18, 2010
Drywall Flaws, and Limited Relief for Home Owners - NYTimes.com
"Linda and Randall Hunter own their dream house in Plant City, Fla., with an oversize master bedroom, granite countertops in the kitchen and a screened-in pool."Read more: Drywall Flaws, and Limited Relief for Home Owners - NYTimes.com:
Monday, September 13, 2010
Housing Intelligence - Housing is the Caboose
Housing Intelligence - Housing is the Caboose: "With job figures fresh on our mind from last week’s employment situation release and today’s initial jobless claims report, our data feature of the week focuses on the relationship between jobs and new homes across the country, courtesy of Housing IntelligencePro."
Thursday, August 26, 2010
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
I am building a screen house with a metal roof -- do I need roof felting, and if so, is there a non-asphalt nontoxic alternative? - Green Home Guide
I am building a screen house with a metal roof -- do I need roof felting, and if so, is there a non-asphalt nontoxic alternative? - Green Home Guide: "The roof will not need to be insulated. it seems to me I can screw the metal directly onto a simple wooden framework. I have chemical sensitivity and would like to build without asphalt, rubber or plastic in the roof, all of which heat up in the warm weather and cause outgassing. I'd prefer no felting if possible."
Housing interventions and control of health-relate... [J Public Health Manag Pract. 2010 Sep-Oct] - PubMed result
Housing interventions and control of health-relate... [J Public Health Manag Pract. 2010 Sep-Oct] - PubMed result: "housing improvements are likely to help reduce radon-induced lung cancer, cardiovascular mortality related to secondhand smoke, and neurological effects from exposure to pesticides and lead paint. Investing in housing interventions may yield important savings from reduced disease and injury from avoidable exposures to chemical agents."
Monday, August 23, 2010
Water Filter: Water Filter Basics - HealthyHouseInstitute.com
Water Filter: Water Filter Basics - HealthyHouseInstitute.com: "ater filters can be useful to improve water quality, but they must be chosen carefully. This is because there are different kinds of filters and they don’t all remove the same types of contaminants. Plus, some aren’t recommended with certain water supplies"
Friday, August 6, 2010
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
A new ‘green’ painting option | Moorestown Sun
A new ‘green’ painting option Moorestown Sun: "Moorestown residents looking to paint their homes now have an environmentally responsible option. The Rainer Painting Company, owned by local resident Joe Rainer, offers organic paint options for indoor painting projects."
Thursday, July 1, 2010
UL Certifies Green Claims : Green Building Elements#more-1652#more-1652#more-1652
"In an attempt to combat the all-too-prevalent practice of “greenwashing” (making green claims about products that are not correct), Underwriters Laboratory offers third-party green product certification on their web site, www.ULenvironment.com."
Read more: UL Certifies Green Claims : Green Building Elements#more-1652#more-1652#more-1652:
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Midlatitude Mildew: Indoor Mold Growth Is Influenced More by Location Than Building Type: Scientific American
"In the first-ever global survey of indoor fungi scientists report that geography rather than building design and function has the greatest effect on the fungal species likely to be found indoors. The study suggests that the types of mold and other fungi most likely to be found in a dwelling may be largely unaffected by features like HVAC (heating, ventilating and air conditioning) filters and weather stripping."
Link:Midlatitude Mildew: Indoor Mold Growth Is Influenced More by Location Than Building Type: Scientific American:
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
Testing warns home buyer of formaldehyde and mold
"Mold grows when water leaks into a home. So mold testing is a good way to find out if a home you are buying has water intrusion."
Read more....Testing warns home buyer of formaldehyde and mold:
New report finds LEED buildings can be unhealthy
"People assume that green buildings are safe homes. However, a report just released finds many deficiencies in the LEED program. The greatest failings are in the area of protecting the health of occupants."
Link: New report finds LEED buildings can be unhealthy:
Sunday, June 27, 2010
Golden Lights Azaleas -- Very Pretty!
Rhododendron "Golden Lights"
A golden azalea is growing beside my house...It blooms in early spring and is the most beautiful bush...Here is a picture of mine taken this year...Recommended:
Shop for this beautiful bush.....
Friday, June 25, 2010
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Odor Control: Controlling Odors within Garages
"Most garages contain a variety of products and devices that can generate polluting odors. However, of all the potential airborne contaminants, gasoline and oil odors, and combustion gases, are perhaps the most dangerous. These odors are not just unpleasant smelling; they're also toxic. In addition, evaporated gasoline can explode if concentrations become high enough. As was mentioned earlier, houses with attached garages will likely have these pollutants entering their living quarters fairly regularly"
Odor Control: Controlling Odors within Garages - HealthyHouseInstitute.com:
Sunday, June 20, 2010
Friday, June 11, 2010
Saturday, May 29, 2010
Monday, May 24, 2010
Philadelphia Adopts Cool-Roof Law - Energy-Efficient Construction, Legislation, Products, Roofing, Green Building - Builder Magazine
Philadelphia Adopts Cool-Roof Law - Energy-Efficient Construction, Legislation, Products, Roofing, Green Building - Builder Magazine: "Traditional black asphalt-based roofing contributes to the heat-island effect, but cool roofs reflect the sun's rays back into the atmosphere and release absorbed heat."
Monday, May 17, 2010
Improved home heating reduces school absences in asthmatic children
MedWire News - Respiratory - Improved home heating reduces school absences in asthmatic children: "Installing effective, non-polluting heating in the home reduces the number of missed school days in children with asthma, results from a New Zealand study show."
Sunday, May 16, 2010
Guarding Against Formaldehyde and Mold
Guarding Against Formaldehyde and Mold: "Many modern composite building materials, including plywood, particleboard, oriented-strand board (OSB), and medium-density fiberboard (MDF), are made using resins that contain formaldehyde. These products are used to make cabinets, to cover subfloors and exterior walls and roofs, and to serve many other common purposes in home construction. Urea-formaldehyde foam insulation (UFFI) is no longer made, but was used to build many homes. Cloth that is used for draperies, carpet, and furniture also may contain formaldehyde."
Poor ventilation causes mold and formaldehyde problems
Poor ventilation causes mold and formaldehyde problems: "Opening windows throughout the house for a few hours a week will remedy the formaldehyde problem as well. Any newly remodeled home or any home with new furniture can expect to have elevated formaldehyde, unless there is adequate ventilation."
Thursday, May 13, 2010
Vinyl Windows Do Not Effect Home Air Quality!
I am considering replacing aluminum windows and have heard that vinyl can offgas forever. Is this true? - Green Home Guide: "vinyl windows will not affect your home air quality because they do not offgas in the home"
The Green Home Product Guide
The Green Home Product Guide
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Monday, May 3, 2010
Saturday, May 1, 2010
Thursday, April 29, 2010
Green Lodging News ~ NSF, GREENGUARD Partner to Develop Chemical Emission Standard
Green Lodging News ~ NSF, GREENGUARD Partner to Develop Chemical Emission Standard: "NSF International and the GREENGUARD Environmental Institute (GEI) announced the joint development of a health-based standard that addresses chemical emissions from products."
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
Monday, April 26, 2010
Friday, April 23, 2010
Monday, April 19, 2010
Sunday, April 18, 2010
Thursday, April 15, 2010
Kitchen and Bath Design Trends From Kitchen and Bath Business Magazine - kbb
Kitchen and Bath Design Trends From Kitchen and Bath Business Magazine - kbb: "A New Institute Keeps It Clean in The Kitchen"
Monday, April 12, 2010
Friday, April 9, 2010
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
Thursday, April 1, 2010
Tuesday, March 30, 2010
Sunday, March 28, 2010
What Your Nose Knows: Sizing Up Solid Wood for Furniture and Construction
Hardwood Floors: Sizing Up Solid Wood for Furniture and Construction - HealthyHouseInstitute.com: "Sizing Up Solid Wood for Furniture and Construction"
Thursday, March 25, 2010
Enviroblog: Could be hard to avoid these 7 cleaning ingredients, but you should try Archives
Enviroblog: Could be hard to avoid these 7 cleaning ingredients, but you should try Archives: "Could be hard to avoid these 7 cleaning ingredients, but you should try"
Monday, March 22, 2010
Sunday, March 21, 2010
Saturday, March 20, 2010
Is Your Carpet Toxic? | Natural Living
Is Your Carpet Toxic? Natural Living: "Is Your Carpet Toxic?"
Friday, March 19, 2010
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Lead Paint Rule Weighs On Contractors’, Consumers’ Wallets | Hartford Business
I have experienced the health effects from toxicity from metals at values at levels considered non-reportable - as an adult. While I understand that the new rules put an added financial burden on construction workers and eventually the customer, the price paid is well-worth it considering potential losses from injury from exposure. ----HEIRs H&H
Lead Paint Rule Weighs On Contractors’, Consumers’ Wallets Hartford Business
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
The Most Toxic Home Products - Forbes.com
The Most Toxic Home Products - Forbes.com: "The Most Toxic Home Products"
Saturday, March 13, 2010
HEPA Vacuums and Information Needed When Purchasing Them!
Certified Lead Renovator Training - HEPA Vacuums: "HEPA Vacuums and HEPA Exhaust Control"
EPA’s New Lead-Based Paint (LBP) Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule (RRP) Causes Headaches for Contractors and Property Owners Alike
EPA’s New Lead-Based Paint (LBP) Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule (RRP) Causes Headaches for Contractors and Property Owners Alike: "EPA’s New Lead-Based Paint (LBP) Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule (RRP) Causes Headaches for Contractors and Property Owners Alike"
Shifting Soil Is Threat to a House’s Foundation - NYTimes.com
Shifting Soil Is Threat to a House’s Foundation - NYTimes.com: "Shifting Soil Threatens Homes’ Foundations"
Sunday, March 7, 2010
Friday, March 5, 2010
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
Sunday, February 28, 2010
Medical News: AAAAI: Portable Air Filters Post Slight Reduction in Mouse Allergens - in Meeting Coverage, AAAAI from MedPage Today
Medical News: AAAAI: Portable Air Filters Post Slight Reduction in Mouse Allergens - in Meeting Coverage, AAAAI from MedPage Today: "AAAAI: Portable Air Filters Post Slight Reduction in Mouse Allergens"
HUD's Shelley Poticha Discusses Sustainable Development - Sustainability, Land Planning, Transit-Oriented Development, Affordable Housing - EcoHome Magazine
HUD's Shelley Poticha Discusses Sustainable Development - Sustainability, Land Planning, Transit-Oriented Development, Affordable Housing - EcoHome Magazine: "HUD's Shelley Poticha Discusses Sustainable Development"
Friday, February 26, 2010
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Study: Household Dust Contains Poisons, Allergens, DDT - TIME
Study: Household Dust Contains Poisons, Allergens, DDT - TIME: "What's in Household Dust? Don't Ask"
Monday, February 22, 2010
Energy Efficiency Standards for Manufactured Housing - Regulations.gov
Energy Efficiency Standards for Manufactured Housing
Document ID: DOE_FRDOC_0001-1055
Document Type: PROPOSED RULES
Docket ID: DOE_FRDOC_0001
Topics: No Topics associated with this document
Regulations.gov
Document ID: DOE_FRDOC_0001-1055
Document Type: PROPOSED RULES
Docket ID: DOE_FRDOC_0001
Topics: No Topics associated with this document
Regulations.gov
Sunday, February 21, 2010
Study: Salinas Valley house dust carries pesticides | thecalifornian.com | The Salinas Californian
Study: Salinas Valley house dust carries pesticides thecalifornian.com The Salinas Californian: "Study: Salinas Valley house dust carries pesticides"
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
Beyond Pesticides - National Pesticide Forum
Beyond Pesticides - National Pesticide Forum: "Greening the Community:
Green economy, organic environments and healthy people"
Green economy, organic environments and healthy people"
Saturday, February 6, 2010
Carpet: Green Label Carpet Program Concludes, Replaced by Green Label Plus - HealthyHouseInstitute.com
Carpet: Green Label Carpet Program Concludes, Replaced by Green Label Plus - HealthyHouseInstitute.com: "Green Label Carpet Program Concludes, Replaced by Green Label Plus"
Friday, February 5, 2010
Sunday, January 10, 2010
Monday, January 4, 2010
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