Home Products
Many products used in, around, or for the home pose a health hazard and contribute to pollution and the creation of a toxic environment in the house and outside. Traditional paints contain volatile organic compounts, mattressses contain polyurethane foam, glues or formaldehyde, furniture is made of mdf and other artificial materials, and new carpets emit volatile organic compounds as well. And the list goes on! However, you can change that in your home and make sure you have a healthy and non-toxic home. The companies listed below provide some eco-friendly and healthier alternatives to solve the most common household toxicities. Many of them make their products in the US - reducing energy costs & pollution, while supporting the economy!
Furniture
908d http://www.908d.com
A North Carolina company, 908d offers eco-friendly living solutions for the bath, with all wood vanities and storage solutions handcrafted locally in North Carolina. The company is expanding its product lines and will offer locally handcrafted office furniture later this year.
Lee Industries http://www.leeindustries.com
A North Carolina company founded in 1969, Lee Industries is committed to making earth-friendly products using eco-friendly manufacturing processes. All products are made in the US of organic or natural materials, reclaimed wood, recycled fibers, and water based paints in its classic furniture designs.
Palecek http://www.palecek.com
This California-based furniture and accessories company makes its hardwood furniture largely from plantation grown woods and uses abundant, quickly renewable materials like rattan, abaca, and seagrass. The company also endeavors to use mostly water-based finishes in its classic, traditional designs.
Room and Board http://www.roomandboard.com
Since its formation in 1980, Room and Board has focused on creating timeless and modern designs made in the U.S. from natural and non-toxic materials. The company has established close relationships with American artisans who handcraf lasting furniture and accessories. Natural, eco-friendly materials and local manufacuring mean reducing energy costs and pollution caused by transportation, cleaner environment without pollutants in the materials, and a stronger local economy.
Miscellaneous Products
Clean Water Fun http://www.cleanwaterfun.com
The Clean Water Fun garden hose filter removes chlorine, VOCs, and pesticides/herbicides commonly found in water supplies. The water filter (which is BPA, phthalate, PVC and lead-free) has been specially designed to fit any standard garden hose thread and can be used for any outdoor water needs. It lasts for up to 10,000 gallons. Available on the company's website.
EcoChoices http://www.ecochoices.com
EcoChoices carries a range of natural carpets made of wool and cork. It also offers numerous other eco-friendly home products. Available on the company's website.
Eco-Friendly Flooring http://www.ecofriendlyflooring.com
Eco-Friendly Flooring sells a wide range of environmentally conscious flooring, including tiles, cork, bamboo, stone and carpeting. Available on the company's website and through retailers.
Nature's Carpet http://www.naturescarpet.com
Nature's Carpet sells a range of 100% natural carpets in various sizes.
Pharox http://www.mypharox.com
Pharox's feature product is the LED lighbulb - it retails for $25, but it also last 25 years (estimate based on 4hr use/per day), gives a warm white light, contains no mercury or UV, and is fully recyclable!
Solio http://www.solio.com
Solio makes four portable solar chargers that can be used with over 3000 devices - you can charge your cell phone, camera, laptop, and much more - free, courtesy of the sun. The chargers are intelligent (charge only as much as needed), hold power for up to one year, and are small enough to carry around.
The Woods Company http://www.thewoodscompany.com
The Woods Company makes eco-friendly hardwood flooring (seven collections to meet various budgets) from reclaimed wood with non-VOC wood treatment. The flooring products are handmade in the US.
Non-VOC and Low-VOC Paint
Aura and Natura http://www.benjaminmoore.com
Made by Benjamin Moore, Aura is the company's low-VOC option and Natura is the company's VOC-free option (which also dries super fast and has absolutely no odor - as my walls can tell you). Both are available in an incredible range of colors.
C2 Paint http://www.c2paint.com
C2 Paint is an independent paint company that makes low-VOC paints in a wide range of striking colors - the company uses artist grade pigment in its paints (and employs a 16-colorant European tinting system rather than the 12-colorant system used in the US). Even the names are creative - Artichoke Heart, anyone? On top of it, one coat will do the trick. The company also makes "regular" paint - make sure you pick up the C2 LoVo product for low-VOCs.
Devine Color http://www.devinecolor.com
Devine makes zero-VOC paint in a wide range of colors that is sure to please most home decorators - the colors are grouped by themes such as the "well-traveled" palette or the "trend-proof" palette. The paint is so thick that one coat is enough.
Earth Paint http://www.earthpaint.net
Earth Paint sells non-VOC paints and is in the process of creating a 100% bio based paint. The company offers a range of colors and types of paints.
Ecos Organic Paints http://www.ecospaints.com
Ecos Organic Paints is a U.K. company selling organic no-VOC paints worldwide. The company offers 108 coordinated paint colors.
Freshair Choice
http://www.freshairchoicepaint.com
Freshair Choice offers two-step no-VOC paints with a no-VOC tinting system - neither the paint nor the colorant has any VOCs. The company offers a comprehensive range of earth-influenced light, medium and dark complementary tones that allow customers to mix and match colors.
Mythic Paint http://www.mythicpaint.com
Mythic Paint offers no-VOC interior and exterior paints and primers in matte, semi-gloss, gloss and satin finishes in a large variety of colors. The paint is washable and is made of acrylic latex or 100% acrylic.
The Old Fashioned Milk Company http://www.milkpaint.com
The company was formed over 30 years ago and since its inception has been making non-toxic, VOC-free paint - actually with milk. The current formula can be used on walls (the original was good for nonporous surfaces only) but the drawback for those looking for paints that are both safe and simple is that the paint (all 20 colors) comes in powder form and must be mixed up before use.
Yolo Colorhouse http://www.yoloclorhouse.com
Yolo is independent paint company that offers VOC-free paints but keeps the color range limited, focusing only on nature inspired shades. The product selection includes inside paint, primer, and sheens in quart to five-gallon sizes.
Organic Mattresses
Green Mattresses http://www.greenmattresses.com
Green Mattresses sells 100% natural mattresses containing natural latex, organic wool and organic cotton. The mattressses are eco-friendly, hypo-allergenic, anti-microbial, dust mite, mold and mildew resistant. They do not contain any fire retardants or other potentially toxic chemicals. Available nationwide in Green Mattresses retail stores. Made in the U.S.
Naturepedic http://www.naturepedic.com
Naturepedic offers 100% organic mattresses in various sizes. The mattresses contain organic cotton and provide medium firm support. Made in the U.S.
Organic Mattress Factory http://www.organicmattressfactory.com
The Organic Mattress Factory offers natural latex and traditional innerspring mattresses with natural latex in various sizes. Made in the U.S.
The Organic Mattress http://www.theorganicmattress.com
The Organic Mattress sells natural latex mattresses and traditional innerspring mattresses with organic cotton in various sizes. The company can also make custom sizes. Made in the U.S.
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Naturepedic Queen Quilted Organic Cotton Deluxe Mattress Set
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