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December 25, 2014

Healthy Upholstery: Keeping Your Furniture Safe from Toxins

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Nothing beats coming home from a long day and stretching out on your comfy sofa to relax. That is until you realize that your sofa (and other furniture in your home) could be contributing to serious health problems because they are not made from healthy upholstery.
Unfortunately, many of the upholstered fabrics used to make our favourite furniture as well as cushions, pillows, and padding contain harmful chemicals that can pose a danger to our health and the environment.

Serious Health Concerns

Keep Your Upholstery Healthy and Safe

Nothing beats coming home from a long day and stretching out on your sofa to relax. But your furniture could contribute to serious health problems if it contains harmful chemicals.

Many upholstered fabrics, cushions, pillows, and padding use materials that can affect your health and the environment.

Serious Health Concerns

Most upholstery fabrics and foams contain polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs), flame-retardant chemicals linked to serious health issues, including cancer.
Manufacturers also treat furniture with perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) like formaldehyde to prevent stains. These chemicals can negatively impact both your health and the environment.

How to Achieve Healthy Upholstery

Choose Natural Fibres

When buying new furniture, select pieces with natural fillings such as linen or wool. These materials are inherently fire-resistant and do not contain toxic finishes.

Repair Damaged Upholstery

Fix ripped fabrics and replace damaged cushions or pillows promptly. This reduces the release of flame-retardant dust into your home.

Dust and Vacuum Regularly

Use a vacuum with a HEPA filter on your carpets and damp-mop floors and furniture. Regular cleaning helps minimize PBDEs and other harmful particles in your home.

Wash Your Hands Frequently

Wash your hands regularly, especially before eating, to prevent ingesting toxins. Avoid eating on upholstered furniture to further reduce exposure.

Hire Professional Upholstery Cleaners

Professional cleaning can remove harmful chemicals more effectively. At SaraCares, our upholstery cleaning Vancouver experts use safe, eco-friendly methods to keep your furniture clean and toxin-free.

Maintain a Healthy Home Environment

Keeping your upholstery safe is only part of the solution. Regular rug cleaning in Coquitlam also removes pollutants that accumulate over time, improving indoor air quality and creating a healthier space overall.

For more information on our healthy upholstery cleaning services or other cleaning services, contact us for a free estimate! Our friendly and professional staff will be happy to answer any questions you might have regarding the services we provide and the products we use.

To ensure your furniture stays toxin-free, it’s just as important to maintain surrounding soft surfaces. Regular rug cleaning Coquitlam can help eliminate pollutants that accumulate over time, contributing to a healthier indoor space.

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