The Pelican Water PSF-1NH is our recommended shower filter for removing chloramines. It reduces 90-98% of chloramines in the water. Few other shower filters can reduce chloramines in shower water, but we list two possible alternatives below. The total filtering life is 6 to 9 months for a 2-person household. It can filter 15,000 gallons (750 ten-minute …
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This is our recommended countertop reverse osmosis water filter for under $300:
To find the warmest duvet, we need to determine the warmest duvet filling material.
Wool is the warmest blanket material, especially wool from animals who live in cold terrains. Wool is a natural material that includes a crimp, which helps to hold in more heat than a material with an open weave. It also provides natural insulation.
There are some very bright LED bulbs available now — I review the brightest ones in this article.
The softest organic towels I’ve found are Temesecal Towels from Coyuchi.
Here is a list of sustainable home product store plus sale pages:
Here’s a master list of well-designed products still made in the United States. If only certain products are U.S.-made, you’ll see a “(only selected products)” note.
This is a list of glues that are non-toxic and low-VOC. Basically, this means they don’t slowly release volatile organic compounds into your living space.
Here are 100% natural latex pillows available on Amazon:
Here are some comforter that are filled with 100% organic wool, and have organic cotton covers:
It’s difficult to find all the 100% handmade wool area rugs on Amazon, so we made this list:
Indoor paint can release toxic emissions into a room for months or even years. Paint that is “Zero VOC” is a good choice for most people. If you are particularly sensitive to chemicals a “zero emission” paint is the best choice (e.g. AFM Safecoat or Auro Paints). Non-Toxic Paints Zero VOC and Low Emission Wall …
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Yak wool is an optimal material for making throw blankets. Yak down is very warm and soft. It generally doesn’t pill as much as cashmere. However, it’s rare to find a blanket made with 100% yak wool.
