Wood-Framed Homes Prove To Be Better for Environment

Wood-frame homes are more environmentally friendly than those constructed of steel or concrete, according to a new study by 15 U.S. universities and research institutes.

Additionally, the researchers, known as the Consortium for Research on Renewable Industrial Materials, or CORRIM, concluded that most of the energy required to build an average home is consumed during the manufacture of building materials - not during actual construction.

"These are landmark findings," said Kelly McCloskey, president and CEO of the Wood Promotion Network. "This offers a first-ever snapshot of how building materials impact our environment."

Environmentally-Friendly Natural Household Cleaners

Many people use a vast array of chemical-laden household cleaners and products around the home on a daily basis. What they may not be aware of is the fact that many of these chemicals can be damaging to their health when inhaled. Apart from the inhalation aspect, skin irritations often occur when coming into contact with many chemical cleaners.

Many disinfectants contain phenol (aka carbolic acid) or cresol. These can attack the central nervous system, liver, kidneys, spleen, and pancreas.