Do Saunas Cause Mold?
Non-Toxic Living Tips Debra Lynn Dadd Non-Toxic Living Tips Debra Lynn Dadd

Do Saunas Cause Mold?

I've seen a few sources--including a fine book written by Holmes (the contractor & house inspector guy)--that advise against installing saunas in houses because they can cause trouble (e.g., mold) by introducing too much moisture into the house. In that regard, another source lumped saunas in the same category as indoor pools, indoor hot tubs, and steam showers.

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Does TSP Outgas Toxic Fumes
Household products Debra Lynn Dadd Household products Debra Lynn Dadd

Does TSP Outgas Toxic Fumes

I'm confused about TSP. I was looking around your site for info about it because I see it's an ingredient in Concrobium Mold Control, which I was looking into using on a shower. The product is said to be non-toxic, and I see it listed as a recommended product on your site. 

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What Do I Do About Moldy Latex Mattress?
bedroom furniture Debra Lynn Dadd bedroom furniture Debra Lynn Dadd

What Do I Do About Moldy Latex Mattress?

I have a question that I cannot seem to find an answer to regarding our 100% all natural latex mattress. Ok, we bought a 100% all natural dunlop 3 layer mattress with organic cotton/wool cover from sleepingorganics.com and placed it on our wood floor in our son's room. 3 1/2 months later when moving the mattress, we noticed it was damp underneath and had a bad musty type smell. The cover also had mold on the bottom.

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