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Why is there mold on particle board outside vapor barrier on new addition?

...board. The are no leaks in the roof, or water running down the exterior walls. We wonder whether the mould is caused by condensation between the vapor barrier and the particle board. The house had air conditioning going all summer. The mould is on the particle board on the south side of the house. I have had the buildi...

Posted by Christine ML June 7, 2020 Wall assemblies - renovation 1 response

Where can I find formaldehyde free cabinets that aren't plywood?

...board.  The big hurdle here is finding a non-toxic wood finish, which is why I asked just how sensitive you are because zero VOC clear finishes are hard to find, and zero VOC oils are even harder to find. Natural wood finishing oils off-gas natural VOCs, and even that can be a concern for people with chemical sensitivi...

Posted by Camille Young Dec. 3, 2019 Kitchens 3 responses