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debraTo: cyndikrallSent: 10/14/2008 6:29:38 A.M. Pacific Daylight TimeSubj: FROM DEBRA: New Green Classifieds, Caulk, new Q & A...

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Greetings!

 

After several weeks of work setting this up, today I am so happy to announce that Debra's Green Classifieds is up and running! Now the next step is it needs some ads! I posted a few to get started, so take a look (and post an ad, if you want to). I'm excited about the possibilities. Read more below... Debra :-)

HEALTH, HOME & HABITAT #156 ~ 14 October 2008 * NEW! DEBRA'S GREEN CLASSIFIEDS* GREEN LIVING Q & A BLOG: new Q & As / new comments on previous Q & As* CLASSIFIED ADS If the links don't work on this newsletter, you can view it online at http://www.dld123.com/newsletter/newsletterupdateback.html Health, Home & Habitat Back Issues (tables of contents)Search the Back IssuesOther newsletters by Debra

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NEW! DEBRAS'S GREEN CLASSIFIEDS I'm so excited to announce this new feature on my website. Like my Green Living Q & A blog, Debra's Green Classifieds is a place where all of you can participate. It is open to both individuals and businesses to sell products that have some health and/or environmental benefit, and talk about these products in your own words. The ads are like Craig's List, where there is an index page for a category, and then you click through to a full page ad. You can even add graphics and photos if you want. Prices are very inexpensive, starting at only $7 for a one week ad. That's a full page with unlimited words. And prices are discounted from there for longer insertions. This really opens up the possibilities for what can be offered and found on my website. And, each ad is required to give the location, so you can easily estimate shipping and find or advertise local products and services. You can even search for products by location. Today is the first day, so there aren't many ads up yet. You can see them all by clicking on "Recent Ads" in the navigation bar across the top. This is a place where you can save money by buying used green products, or make money by selling things you have but no longer need or want. You can advertise your green business or service, no matter how big or small. Let's make this a vibrant and thriving place to buy and sell green goods and services. visit Debra's Green Classifieds home page... * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

GREEN LIVING Q & A BLOG Here are the questions and new comments posted through last night. Remember, you are welcome to share your own comments and experience in response to any of these questions, and post questions of your own. To read and comment on more questions posted previously go to Green Living Q & A blog. I also am available Monday through Friday, from 10 am to 4 pm eastern time to answer your questions immediately and personally with a paid telephone consultation.

 

 

* Safety of ACQ Pressure-Treated Wood

* fragrance free deodorants

* Offgassing From Silicone Bakeware

* Question about Surround Ewe wool sleep system

* looking for plastic-free coffee maker and rice cooker

* Dove soap not fragrance free

* granite countertop sealer (a safe one)

* "Muffler" Needed Under Hardwood Floor?

* Tagless clothing

* Stainless Steel Canteens

* ethnic hair

* Carcinogens in natural cleaning products?

* No VOC Paint

* Flea control for dogs

* Indoor Air Quality and Pesticide Application

* Toxics While Traveling

* Toxicity of Organic Cotton

* the best, safest windows?

* Plastic resin in teeth

* MCS and Menopause

* Experience with Euro-Flex and Essentia Latex Beds?

* Toothpaste Question

* Sinus, Allergies and congestion (Head/Chest cold or allergies)

* Shower Or Tub Hose

* Polyurethane sealer for wood floors

* Healthy Camper trailer

* Where can you find non toxic bug bombs?

 

 

 

 

Caulk I just recently purchased a "non-toxic" caulk from a building materials site listed on "Debra's List." However, after I read the back of the bottle it lists the following items: "Contains TALC, 2,2,4-TRIMETHYL-1, 3-pentanediol MONO-SOBUTYRATE, VINYL ACETATE AND ACETALDEHYDE. MAY ALSO CONTAIN CARBON BLACK OR TITANIUM DIOXIDE." OK this concerns me because I don't really know what any of the above exactly means. Is this safe enough to use? Meaning, will it be safe after it dries? Or should I send it back? I was unable to download the MSDS from their website. Also, I saw another reader to this blog tried the DAP Painters Acrylic Latex Caulk. Did it work for you? Any help would be much appreciated. We are trying to start our child's bedroom and we want it as safe as possible for him. Diana

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Lotus Sanitizing System Hello, I am interested in reading about anyone's experience with a Tersano Lotus LBU100 Sanitizing System? It is supposed to disinfect surfaces as well as remove pesticides and kill germs on food. According to what I have read about the Lotus, cold tap water has an extra oxygen atom added to it in order to create ozone. Ozone is not something I want in an air purifier due to respiratory reasons however this is not supposed to be an issue with this technology since the ozone is in the water. Yet, I still wonder about the safety. Does anyone know about the safety issue of the ozone in the water? I would love to hear your view Debra. Thank you.

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gypsy moth natural solution sought Hello, Dear Debra, Do you know of a natual alternative to the commercial pesticide sprays used to control gypsy moths in the north east, ie western NJ. I am asking for a residence w/a large plot of land that runs into the woods. Thanks!

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The new EdenPure Gen3 Quartz Infrared Portable Heater Hi Debra, I have MCS. We have natural gas, therefore, we also have natural gas heaters. They just recently added that smell to the lines and it made me very sick. I gives me headaches that turn into migraines. It has been known to make me very sick. Well, my husband came across a product that I want to find out if you know anything about it. If it is safe for a person with MCS and also, if it will outgas. This product is called the New EdenPure Gen3 Quartz Infrared Portable Heater. According to what we have read and seen in the picture that while it is on heating up the area, it is not hot to the touch. A child can even put their hand on it and an animal can even lay on it. The website is www.EdenPure.com . We are considering getting this so that we don't have to run our gas heaters. I told my husband that I don't want to run our gas heaters because of what it does to me. I also read one of your newsletters about the dangers of natural gas. It was very interesting and informative. Thank you very much for that information. So could you please let me know what you think about this product. I would appreciate any information that you can find or if you could recommend something else. Thank You, Annette Tweedel

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Dr. woods fragrance: natural or synthetic? I bought some Dr. Woods black Castille soap with shea butter. It says it is all natural, but "fragrance" (not essential oil or natural fragrance) is listed in the ingredients. It doesn't smell like a natural fragrance, and 2 emails to the company have gone unanswered. Does anyone know if it is a 100% natural product? Thank you!

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Less toxic expanding foam? We need to use foam in our new construction for a few issues - to fill in gaps in ICFs (insulated concrete forms) - to seal around windows - to seal penetrations I know that some foams like Great Stuff say things like "no formaldehyde" but there are other components, like isocyanate, which is a sensitizer. I know the odor dissipates over time, but not the toxicity. I'm seeking suggestions for the least toxic foams. Thanks Jill

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Low/no VOC Clear Sealer For Deck I'm looking for a non-toxic, low(or no) VOC sealer that can be used to cover our newly installed deck floor. The deck floor is a hardwood (maple)from Brazil light in color. It is a very dense wood and pre-drilling was necessary. If possible, I would like to seal this yet this fall before the Michigan winter sets in. I did check with Vermont Natural Coatings but they do not have a product for the outside at this time. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

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Mice control I read an article explaining to dip cotton in peppermint oil and place in areas likely to attract rodent traffic. Cleaned up my laundry room and placed several in the room. I used pieces of a cotton t-shirt tied in a small bundle and saturated with the peppermint oil. My laundry room smells nice, but since this is the first time I have tried this, I was wondering how often I would have to do this. Will these last me throughout the winter months? Thanks!

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Polyurethane foam in bra padding I have recently found out that some bra companies are using polyurethane foam in the padding. I was shocked to see it on the label. The specific brand is Hanes and Barely There. I am wondering about the use of it in bras. How can this be safe? Are there safe alternatives? Some companies don't list what is in the padding. Thanks for your input.

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ikea birch closet Dear Debora, We bought a new birch closet from Ikea 1 wk ago. I have windows open for a week but it still gives off a strong odor. The closet is in the nursery and I am concirned about the toxic effect of this odor. Also is there a way to eliminate the smell?

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Makeup Remover Hi, I was wondering if anyone could recommend a natural eye makeup remover? Thanks!

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Cleaning antique china dishes I was given a set of china dishes. Several of them are "brown with age", but in good condition otherwise. Can anyone tell me how to get rid of this brown shadow across the dishes?

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Settling of wall insulation Hi Debra, I am hoping you or some of the experts who read this site can help me with this problem: The insulation IN THE WALLS of our 37 yr old house has settled about a foot or so below the roof line, so that a lot of heat escapes at the top of the walls during the winter. (House was tested with a special camera.) Does anyone have a suggestion as to how we could fill this space INEXPENSIVELY? I thought about the spray-in type insulation. Would this work? Any ideas? Someday, we hope to re-insulate the whole house when having the siding replaced, but that will not be in the budget for a while. Appreciate the help, Nell

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lead in power cord I recently purchased a Gold N Hot ceramic flat iron straightening iron. When I opened it there was a tag reading Warning: The power cord on this product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. This really scared me,,,Is it harmful, and why are they still selling something like this. Should I take it back, or do all cords on irons have lead in them?

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Another Hardwood floor question! We just pulled up carpet from a house that was built in the 1950's. Underneath is a beautiful Oak hardwood floor. We need to apply a finish to it. We have a chemically sensitive son, and three big dogs. What finish would you recommend that is nontoxic, yet very strong to resist nail scratches from dogs?! Thanks so much, Gayle

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