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Green pvc safety Questions

Should we avoid the vinyl linoleum? We need to replace a little bit of linoleum in our back door entry way and under our kitchen sink.

— Margaret Lombard, IL

David Bergman

Answered by David Bergman

David Bergman Architect

March 19, 2012

Will I still be exposed to the harmful effects of PVC (phthalates) if I cover my vinyl floors with ceramic tile?

— Sandra Pittsburgh, PA

Answered by Edward Wright on June 12, 2012

Is PVC wood flooring safe? Do PVC tiles (which simulate the look of wood) have harmful chemicals and off-gases?

— Desi Fournier Daly City, CA

Answered by Molly McCabe, AKBD, CGP, CAPS on April 23, 2012

Should we avoid the vinyl linoleum? We need to replace a little bit of linoleum in our back door entry way and under our kitchen sink.

— Margaret Lombard, IL

Answered by David Bergman on March 19, 2012

Is using PVC pipe for the main water line from the meter to our home unhealthy?

— Shelly M Simi Valley, CA

Answered by Bill Bradbury on July 18, 2011

Sorry to say, but I have vinyl tiles on my finished basement floor. What is the healthiest way to deal with them?

— Melanie Roman Sandy Hook, CT

Answered by Molly McCabe, AKBD, CGP, CAPS on May 18, 2011

What are the rules for "green" bathroom accessories such as grab bars and shower rods?

— Larry Fox Chandler, AZ

Answered by Molly McCabe, AKBD, CGP, CAPS on February 13, 2011

Vinyl railings -- How green are they, or can they be?

— Drew Hyde Salt Lake City, UT

Answered by Rick Goyette on February 10, 2011

Can you give me information on Naturcor vinyl sheet flooring?

— Elaine Gaines Blacksburg, VA

Answered by Molly McCabe, AKBD, CGP, CAPS on August 16, 2010

We are considering buying vinyl flooring with Scotchgard by 3M. Is it safe?

— Lorraine Somerdale, NJ

Answered by David Bergman on August 16, 2010

Carpenters are sawing house vinyl siding with PVC outside and the "dust" from it is blowing around. Does this pose a health risk?

— Jane Crosby Newton Center, MA

Answered by Gennaro Brooks-Church on June 21, 2010

 
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