Because They're made from plants, there are
no harmful volatile organic compounds, as there are in synthetic rugs.
Not exact matches
As contaminated pathogenic air is processed through a patented bio-conversion reactor bed, this green technology, integrated with Photocatalytic Oxidation (PCO), works in unison to destroy
harmful airborne microbes and dismantle
volatile organic compounds (VOC) while producing no by - products.
Researchers tested the the foam padding in crib mattresses, and found they release significant amounts of
volatile organic compounds (VOCs), potentially
harmful chemicals also found in household items such as cleaners and scented sprays.
Harmful gaseous pollutants in the form of
volatile organic compounds are often released into the air when chemicals are used, for example in cleaning products.
Most car - detailing services continue to employ environmentally
harmful products such as ammonia,
volatile organic compounds and other chemical - based treatments that off - gas harsh pollutants inside the car as well as harm waterways when they are washed down storm drains
The eco-INSTITUT evaluates the latex for an extensive list of chemicals including: formaldehyde, VOCS (
volatile organic compounds), heavy metals, pesticides, phthalates, and other potentially
harmful chemicals.
Keep in mind that most bamboo floors come from China and that the process to create bamboo floors uses a urea - formaldehyde (UF) adhesive and these UF resins emit
volatile organic compounds (VOCs), which are
harmful to air quality.
The substitution of hydropower with natural gas also released substantial quantities of
harmful pollutants, including nitrous oxides,
volatile organic compounds, and particulates.
Polystyrene production also requires many
harmful chemicals, including benzene, a known carcinogen and potent
volatile organic compound, so it's not exactly a fantastically green or healthy option.
Low VOC (
volatile organic compounds) paints are another excellent option in the face of more environmentally
harmful choices.