Healthy indoor air quality

A new study shows that wildfire smoke is more dangerous than we thought; learn the health risks of PM2.5 particles and how to protect your family by improving your home's indoor air quality (IAQ) with effective air filtration and sealing techniques. Why wildfire smoke is a bigger threat than first thought That hazy…

Protect your home from the 'silent killer' with our guide to carbon monoxide sources, mitigation strategies, and choosing between dedicated or combination detectors for maximum safety. Carbon monoxide prevention and detection: protecting your air quality from dangerous gases Carbon monoxide (CO) is often referred to…

Identify lead paint in your home, understand the risks, and learn the safest ways to deal with it, from encapsulation to professional abatement. How to safely deal with lead paint in homes Lead-based paint is a serious health concern, especially in older homes, and understanding the risks and proper handling is…

An expert guide to safely and effectively removing mold from wood framing in basements and attics using non-toxic, eco-friendly methods. Learn what works, what doesn't, and how to prevent it from coming back. Safe mold removal from wood framing Finding mold on the wood framing in your home's attic or basement can be…

A critical guide to identifying vermiculite, understanding the risks of asbestos, and the professional protocols for safe testing and removal. How to know if vermiculite insulation contains asbestos and what to do about it Vermiculite was a popular choice for home attic insulation from the 1920s to about 1990 in…

Learn what indoor air quality monitors are, what they measure, and how they can help you create a healthier, more comfortable home. Indoor air quality monitors: a homeowner's & pro's buyers guide You wouldn't buy a car without a dashboard, so why live in a home without a window into its air quality? Indoor air…

Asbestos in building materials is a health risk for humans when disturbed and particles become airborne. Protect the air quality of your home by identifying and mitigating risks of asbestos exposure. Asbestos is a mineral with excellent heat resistance and durability, leading to it being widely used in construction…

We explore the oft-touted notion that air-purifying house plants remove toxins & improve air in homes. As much as we like a little interior greenery, we're forced to conclude it's a whole pile of compost in the making. Do house plants clean indoor air? The idea that house plants filter and clean indoor air is at…

Finding the right high-efficiency home air filter for furnaces & ventilation systems is essential for keeping indoor air clean, healthy & protecting us from allergens, animal dander, pollen, mold spores & maybe worse. What are home air filters used for? Air filters on air handling units such as furnaces, HRV, and…

Formaldehyde-free & eco-friendly MDF alternative interior finishing wood products such as rice stalk MDF panels are coming to the USA & Canada. Zero VOC to improve the indoor air quality of homes and protect our health. Formaldehyde-free MDF made from rice - available at distributors in USA & Canada There is a…

The practice of putting polyethylene vapor barriers in houses was intended to keep them dry, but it ends up keeping them wet. It's time to explore alternatives and to reconsider how to keep homes cool in summer. Vapor barrier + air-con = damp moldy walls So here's a little known fact that most HVAC installers won't…