What’s In Your Air?
Potential Sources of Indoor Air Pollution o
Pesticides
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Fragrances (plug-ins, fragrance-emitting devices (FEDs), carpet freshener, air fresheners, sprays)
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Cleaning chemicals (phenolic disinfectants, bleach, ammonia, polishes, fragranced cleaners)
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Scented laundry products (scented dryer sheets, softeners, detergents)
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Personal care products (perfume/cologne, cosmetics, lotions, fragranced hair/bath products, deodorants; nail polish/remover)
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Remodeling/construction (paint, caulk, glues, plywood/particle board)
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Furnishings (formaldehyde/adhesives, foam cushions)
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Flooring (vinyl, carpet, adhesives)
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Cooking (combustion gases from gas stove)
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Molds (including mold VOCs)
Japan’s largest home manufacturer—Sekisui House, Ltd—places a priority on indoor air quality, as well as sustainability and
energy efficiency. The goal is to protect pregnant women, fetal development, and chemically intolerant individuals.
Healthy housing is a fundamental, yet visionary, way of protecting the health of future generations.
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