A Renovation project may pretty up your home, but have you thought about the effect it might have on the air you breath?

Chemical Pollutants released from common things such as finishings, paints and even carpets can potentially cause issues with your home’s air quality, especially if it’s an older house.

But you can safeguard yourself and your family with a few easy preventive measures.

First off, check the label of all the products you are using. Look for a Green Seal or Global Organic and other safety certifications. Anything that says it uses formaldehyde or lead should be avoided.

Make sure every room is properly ventilated before you start working; the buildup of particles from even the safest paint and finishing liquids can be mildly harmful if the air isn’t flowing.

And finally, be vigilant on dusting; contaminants in the air mixed with ordinary household dust are a recipe for allergic reactions.

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