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Toxic Vapors
Summary: Which are the worst indoor air toxins, and where do they come from?
Written by: Judy Feldstein

1) Inadequate ventilation is part of the problem

2) Some of the worst indoor air toxins, benzene, formaldehyde, and trichloroethylene come from common things in the building such as:


plastics
carpeting
upholstery
copy machines
inks
paint
detergents
pesticides
adhesives
manufactured wood products.

3. Biological contaminants such as pollen, mold, bacteria, and viruses that breed in the stagnant water that accumulates in humidifiers, ducts, ceilings, carpets, or tiles

Next Article: Preventing Toxins

Plants that help to clean the air.
The following plants can help to clean the air in your office building, home, or any other indoor environment. Click each photo to enlarge!
Chrysanthemum
Palm
Spiderplant
Chrysanthemum
Palm
Spiderplant
 
 
Dracaena Janet Craig
Ivy
Peace Lily
Dracaena Janet Craig
Ivy
Spathyphylum (Peace Lily)
 

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