44 Ways #28: Choose for Low VOCs and Natural or Low-Tox Ingredients

Hello! This is Episode 428. This is Way #28 of the 44 Ways to Create Your Sustainable Home series, and we’re continuing through Section Six: Choosing Materials, Fixtures and Finishes.

In this section, I’m covering specific criteria for choosing materials and products for your home. We’ve talked about choosing for longevity and durability in Episode 426, and choosing for a low carbon footprint in Episode 427.

Way #28 is: Choose for Low VOCs and Natural or Low-Tox Ingredients.

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Given how much time we spend in our homes, the quality of our indoor air becomes super impactful on how our home feels.

There’s also the increasing susceptibility people can have to toxins, as well as personal values that drive them to make low tox choices in other areas of their lives.

So, it makes sense that this can be a selection criteria in making sustainable choices with the materials, products, fixtures and finishes for your home.

As always, if you'd like to access a full transcript of this episode and links to any resources I mention, head to www.undercoverarchitect.com/428.

Now, let's dive in!

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