Is your home making you sick?

Sick Building Syndrome is recognized by the EPA. SBS is normally a term we use for commercial interiors but often times we use the same products in residential use- more specifically YOUR HOME.

The EPA's white sheet includes possible reasons for Sick Building Syndrome. I have attached this part of the white sheet for your information:

Chemical contaminants from indoor sources: Most indoor air pollution comes from sources inside the building. For example, adhesives, carpeting, upholstery, manufactured wood products, copy machines, pesticides, and cleaning agents may emit volatile organic compounds (VOCs), including formaldehyde. Environmental tobacco smoke contributes high levels of VOCs, other toxic compounds, and respirable particulate matter. Research shows that some VOCs can cause chronic and acute health effects at high concentrations, and some are known carcinogens. Low to moderate levels of multiple VOCs may also produce acute reactions. Combustion products such as carbon monoxide, nitrogen dioxide, as well as respirable particles, can come from unvented kerosene and gas space heaters, woodstoves, fireplaces and gas stoves. For more information, see VOCs; Carbon Monoxide; Formaldehyde; Nitrogen Dioxide; Respirable Particles.

As you can see chemical contaminants include adhesives, carpeting, upholstery, manufactured wood products and cleaning agents. Do you use these in your home? The place that you think is safe for your family? If you would like to know more please click on the link at the bottom of the site entitled EPA white sheet.