The Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata) — it’s the plant that’s the most efficient at removing formaldehyde (the most common indoor air pollutant). See our post on How To Grow Fresh Air for more information.
Bamboo Chest
December 22, 2005 by Leave a Comment
This chest, by Ecodesignz, is made out of strips of bamboo, and finished with a clear, low-glass lacquer. The bamboo laminate is made with E-1 glue, which meets tough European standards for outgassing. Ecodesignz furniture is virtually formaldehyde-free. Available for $245 from Ecodesignz.
Ikea “Billy” Corner Bookcase
July 30, 2004 by 3 Comments
A good place to find corner bookcases is Amazon. Ikea uses renewable materials to make their Billy Corner Bookcases: Renewable raw material (chips). Renewable raw material (wood fibers). The product is tested for formaldehyde according to European standard. Possible to separate for material or energy recovery. Available from Ikea: Ikea “Billy” Corner Bookcase ($80).
Ikea “BONDE” Shelves
July 30, 2004 by 3 Comments
Renewable raw material (chips). Renewable raw material (wood fibers). The product is tested for formaldehyde according to European standard. Possible to separate for material or energy recovery. Available from Ikea: BONDE ($189)
Ikea “MAGIKER” Shelves
July 30, 2004 by Leave a Comment
Renewable raw material (chips). Renewable raw material (wood fibers). The product is tested for formaldehyde according to European standard. Possible to separate for material or energy recovery. Available from Ikea: MAGIKER ($99)
Ikea “Tunhem”
July 30, 2004 by 3 Comments
Renewable raw material (wood fibers and wood). The product is tested for formaldehyde according to European standard. Possible to separate for material or energy recovery. Available from Ikea: Tunhem ($99)
Plants Good For Formaldehyde Removal
July 29, 2004 by 1 Comment
Dwarf Date Palm (Phoenix Roebelenii) Boston Fern (Nephrolepis Exaltata ‘Bostoniensis’) Spider Plant (Chlorophytum comosum) Philodendron Selloum
Chemicals Commonly Polluting Indoor Air
July 29, 2004 by Leave a Comment
Formaldehyde Formaldehyde is a ubiquitous chemical found in virtually all indoor environments. The major sources which have been reported and publicized include urea-formaldehyde foam insulation (UFFI) and particle board or pressed wood products used in manufacturing of the office furniture bought today. It is used in consumer paper products which have been treated with UF… [Continue Reading]
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