Insights — Health in the home

There is increasing evidence to show that a high exposure to polluted air can lead to serious health problems in children that will have implications for their entire lives. 

The rising problem of both outdoor and indoor pollution is causing serious health problems. Much is known about the outdoor issues but what is causing the indoor ones and are they just as bad?

Using VOC containing paints can have an adverse effect not only on you and your human family members, but also on your much loved pets.

Has your child started becoming sick with varying different symptoms but you are not sure why?  The cause for this may be closer to home than you realise. 

With the better weather on its way, it is common for homeowners to start thinking about a spring clean. One aspect of the home that should be given the once over are the walls – however this is a skill in itself.  See our handy step-by-step guide for tips and advice.

While mildew is more than just unsightly, it is also a health risk, especially if you have allergies or asthma...

Recent research shows that paint fumes from even natural, low-VOC water-based paints can be harmful for children and increase the risk of asthma and allergies.

University study involving 400 children shows that even low VOC paint can cause allergies or asthma – we explore what this means for parents and what the alternatives are.

Formaldehyde is used in a wide range of products found around the home and has been proven to cause numerous problems, but just where is formaldehyde found?