Can you suggest a non-toxic finish to protect a vinyl bar top?

— NANCY PICKARD Beverly Hills, CA

Answered by Polly Osborne, AIA, LEED AP on January 13, 2012

Will air purifiers remove VOCs emitted during the paint drying process (for latex paint)? How about VOCs from new carpet?

— Sara P. Avon, CT

Answered by Danny Kelly on January 3, 2012

I am building a house and wanted to use plaster instead of paint to avoid all the toxins. The plasterers decided to use a a coat of primer o

— Minka M. Robinson Santa Barbara, CA

Answered by Elizabeth DiSalvo on December 7, 2011

What is the most reliable, user-friendly, low-VOC, water-based concrete stain available?

— Danna Groden Overland Park, KS

Answered by Joel Hirshberg on November 22, 2011

I need to refinish the outside of my log home. What is the best stain that will last more than a couple of years?

— Shiela Cahill Owensville, MO

Answered by Liberty Phoenix Lord on November 17, 2011

Are there any toxic volatile compounds in raw linseed oil?

— Evelyn Aron Santa Cruz, CA

Answered by Liberty Phoenix Lord on August 8, 2011

I am chemically sensitive and the paint my landlord used in the kitchen is making me sick. What to do?

— Joy A Held New York, NY

Answered by Bill Bradbury on July 21, 2011

I am remodeling my home and recently found out that I am pregnant. Is it safe for me to paint if I use no-VOC paints?

— Julianna Quijano Fort Lauderdale, FL

Answered by Florian Speier on July 15, 2011

Can I use boiled linseed oil on wood during the rainy season?

— Evelyn Aron Santa Cruz, CA

Answered by Florian Speier on July 9, 2011

What is a good alternative product to Minwax?

— Melanie Lewis Alexandria, VA

Answered by Jason Kliwinski on June 20, 2011

 

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