DIY projects are a good way to put your skills to use as you do something on your own. One such popular DIY project is interior painting. But, there has been an outcry on the dangers that paint portend when inhaled. Why are paint fumes unsafe and toxic? This article comprehensively examines why the chemicals […]

  From time to time, the need to paint different parts of our homes will arise. But have you ever paused for a moment to consider whether sleeping in a freshly painted room is dangerous? If you have never thought about it, it’s high time you learned how inhaling paint fumes can impact your health. […]

Have you ever moved around in your house and you happened to sense an awful smell, which reeks of the unexplainable? It could be that can of paint pain that you left unused for some time. There are reasons why your paint is releasing the putrid odor. For instance, if you did not close the […]

  Molds in homes can be a very dangerous and costly problem especially when an infestation of black mold occurs. The health effects and the symptoms of black mold exposure cover a wide range of health problems hence knowing the indicators can keep you and your family safe. But, what is black mold? Commonly known […]

That new beautiful couch that you just purchased has finally been delivered to your home, it looks perfect, but smells…strong! Many new products will have a strong odor that one may associate with that ‘new’ smell. However, that ‘new’ smell that fills your nose will linger for quite a while after your purchase. The result […]

To understand what zero VOC paints are you must first understand what ordinary paints are composed of. In your standard paint, there are chemicals referred to as volatile organic compounds. Until a recent government regulation of these chemicals, they were the standard for use in paints for the simple fact they make the paint perform […]

Choosing a paint that will improve your indoor air quality and is safe for your family can be a daunting task. There are some factors you need to consider when buying eco-friendly paint for your home. We will discuss what VOCs are and why buying paints with low VOCs is the best idea for your […]

Mold is a basic term used to refer to common fungi that grow in the form of a multicellular structure called hyphae. While some types of molds cause diseases and food spoilage, some play a key role in biodegradation or in the production of different types of foods, beverages, antibiotics, and enzymes. But is mold […]

The condition usually develops when the body’s immune system becomes overly sensitized and overreacts to allergies from airborne materials such as molds and pollens that typically cause no problems in most individuals. Usually, hay fever is seasonal and mainly occurs during the spring and fall seasons. However, the symptoms can last all year long if […]