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Green organic fabric Questions

Is there a way to clean regular fabrics to remove all the toxic residues and make them as healthy as organic fabrics?

— Karen Shaw Plano, TX

Kirsten Flynn

Answered by Kirsten Flynn

Palo Alto, CA

Sustainable Home

November 8, 2010

Is my papasan chair treated with fire retardants?

— Tracy Branford, CT

Answered by Olga G. Alvarez, LEED-AP ID+C on April 17, 2011

Is there a way to clean regular fabrics to remove all the toxic residues and make them as healthy as organic fabrics?

— Karen Shaw Plano, TX

Answered by Kirsten Flynn on November 8, 2010

Do BFRs (brominated flame retardants) offgas or persist in upholstery? Would they be in the stuffing of a sofa, or in the fabric cover?

— Val Stein Grand Junction, CO

Answered by Mary Cordaro on August 2, 2010

I am looking for fabric to reupholster a couch. Is 100% cotton as durable as synthetic fabrics?

— Polly Scott

Answered by Kati Curtis, LEED AP ID&C, CID on March 12, 2010

How can I reupholster furniture sustainably?

— Amy Wallace, Darien, CT

Answered by Kirsten Flynn on June 17, 2008

Can you recommend sources for green furniture?

— Ross Levin, Lafayette Hill, PA

Answered by Miriam Landman on January 21, 2008

How can I green my rented apartment?

— Alicia Lipinski, Burbank, CA

Answered by Maggie Wood on October 16, 2007

How do I select safe natural fiber products for my home?

— Amber Doyle, Spokane, WA

Answered by Maggie Wood on October 16, 2007

 
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