Nowadays, anyone who builds a house assumes that the building materials are free of harmful substances. But on closer inspection, one can sometimes observe that some floor coverings, wall coverings or furniture contain substances that are harmful to health. For example, pollutants hide in wood preservatives or solvents, in screeds, sealants or insulating materials. The substances are not always toxic, but the emissions and odors can be harmful to the health of allergy sufferers or sensitive people.
To achieve a high level of healthy living, builders should, for example, make sure that the wood is untreated and free of wood preservatives or flame retardants. This is because wooden floors in particular are often coated with varnishes or oils. Those who glue down the floor, carpet or linoleum should ideally use a low-emission adhesive. It is also best to use only wood that comes from sustainable forestry.
Fortunately, many manufacturers nowadays use building materials that are healthy for the home. For example, drywall panels for the interior are provided with natural ingredients that absorb and bind pollutants from the air. Walls made of lime or clay are open to diffusion and regulate moisture, and are therefore a good alternative to wallpaper. When choosing building materials, pay attention to the quality mark and environmental labels, because these are the guarantee of high residential health and compliance with strict environmental criteria. Who can, it is best to use only natural materials.
Source: Eurobaustoff
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