How to Create a Low-Toxin Living Room Without Sacrificing Style 🌿

With some intentional material choices, a living room can look beautiful and contain far fewer chemicals than most conventionally furnished spaces.

· Choose low-VOC or natural paint: Standard paint off-gases volatile compounds for months after application. Low-VOC and natural clay or milk paints provide the same colour quality without the ongoing chemical release into the air you breathe daily.

· Look for untreated or certified natural textiles: Sofas and rugs treated with stain-repellent chemicals are among the highest sources of indoor toxins in most homes. Organic wool, linen, and cotton certified to recognised standards are safer and often more durable. 🌿

· Choose solid wood over composite boards: MDF, particleboard, and plywood furniture often contains formaldehyde-based adhesives. Solid wood pieces contain none, and they last significantly longer, making them a better investment.

Designing a healthier home is easier with the right guidance. Contact Kate Brooks Studio to discuss material choices that work for your family and your aesthetic. 👩‍💼

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