How to Identify, Reduce or Remove Hidden Household Toxins From Your Home

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Formaldehyde occurs naturally in trees, vegetation and in animals. It occurs naturally in human to help synthesize amino acids. That is not the formaldehyde we are speaking of today. We are speaking of the formaldehyde that is man-made, a known cancer causing chemical. Did you know that formaldehyde is hiding all around your home right now, causing health problems you may not be aware of? It hides in manufactured wood furniture, air fresheners, paper towels, plug-in fragrances, easy care labeled clothing, easy care labeled bed sheets, polyester- cotton blend sheets, pillows, and in the soft plush blankets.

Did you also know that anything that is anti-wrinkle, wrinkle-free and permanent press curtains are treated with formaldehyde resin? Skin care products like makeup, nail polish, nail polish remover, toothpaste, perfumes, plastic bottles, artificial sweeteners, your carpet, gas stove, fireplace, e-cigarettes, cigars and regular cigarettes are significant sources of formaldehyde exposure that is consistently off-gassing in your home.

Have you had your clothes dry cleaned lately? That horrid smell from your dry cleaned clothes is toxic as well. Essential oils and your house cleaning products containing terpenes, mildew-proof, color-fast, shrink-proof, water-proof, anti-cling, anti-static are all treated with urea-formaldehyde resins.

You can reduce formaldehyde in your home by making smarter choices when you shop for household and personal items. For example take a second look at the list above and begin by opting for real natural and organic options. Additionally, If you have furniture in your home that is made from press wood, fiberboard or composite wood, move them away from direct sunlight because heat tends to volatilize their off- gassing.

You can also increase the ventilation in your home by opening the windows for minutes at a time. Ceiling fan does have low carbon footprint and it improve circulation in the process. Running the exhaust fan when you are cooking is also helpful with the reduction of formaldehyde. You can also use an air purifier and add plants like rubber tree, philodendron and money plant to help reduce formaldehyde in your home.

As always, Houston Organic Move In Move Out Cleaning Service thank you for visiting us today. If you are looking for a sustainable Eco friendly cleaning service to take care of your move-in or move out cleaning, call us today 713 705 8314. We are always 100% toxic free, 100% fume free, 100% fragrance free, 100% chemical free and 100% allergen free. Safe for the environment. Until next time…

Sources: https://oecotextiles.blog/2011/01/04/formaldehyde-in-your-fabrics/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/3832945/

https://www.ppm-technology.com/downloads/Formaldehyde%20-%20Sources,%20Health%20effects%20and%20Safety..pdf

https://www.epa.gov/formaldehyde/facts-about-formaldehyde