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Healthy Materials Series: Cork
In the first of our new series, WLLW takes a comprehensive look at the health and environmental impacts of cork.
Water Quality:
Vital to life, humans wouldn’t be here without it. When it comes to water in our homes, it is not only about having high-quality water to consume and for daily use, but also about being wise in how we treat the resource. Water quality testing is important and we advocate for the installation of home systems that purify and filter water to remove contaminants, while ensuring disinfectant levels are sufficient to control microbes. Smart systems can control usage and reduce your bills, whereas careful planning in the construction process can minimize water footprints. Considerations also involve monitoring and mitigating excess moisture from entering the home, avoiding mold and dampness, as well as preventing stagnation in pipes.
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How To…Design a Healthy Living Room
Discover WLLW’s strategies for designing a living room that supports health, wellbeing and relaxation.
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Mold Matters: Health, Prevention and Remediation, Part 3
In the final part of this series, we explore how to tackle mold when it is discovered and how to prevent it from making a comeback.
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Designing for Peace: Enhancing Comfort Through Sound
Discover how you can create a calmer, quieter and healthier living space by incorporating thoughtful design principles.
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The Best Houseplants for Improving Indoor Air Quality
Being surrounded by greenery does wonders for our physical and mental health – certain species can even purify the air in our homes. Here are eight of the most effective.
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Room Refresh: Simple Changes for a Healthier Home – The Bedroom Edition
Transform your sleeping space with healthier materials and easy, mindful swaps that support rest, restoration and sustainability.
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Healthy Materials Series: Wool
WLLW explores wool’s rich history, natural health benefits and its enduring role as a sustainable, versatile material in interior design and everyday living.
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Crafting Color with Conscience: Inside Alkemis Paint’s Revolutionary Approach to Wellness and Design
WLLW spoke to Maya Crowne and Price Latimer, innovative founders of Alkemis Paint to discover how their unique product has the potential to transform how we perceive paint.
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The Six Chemical Classes: Bisphenol A (BPA) and Phthalates
WLLW delves into how bisphenols and phthalates pose significant health and environmental risks and how implementing proactive measures is crucial for safeguarding wellbeing and ecological balance.
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Healthy Materials Series: Rattan
In the latest installment of our Healthy Materials Series, we consider how the use of rattan supports healthy homes and contributes to thriving forests.
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The Big Picture: A Conversation with Dr. Frederica Perera
The leading environmental health scientist sits down with WLLW to discuss children’s health, the perils of climate change, and how to secure a healthy future for the next generation.
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It’s All in the Weave: How to Select Healthy, Sustainable Rugs for Your Home
How to choose a rug crafted from natural materials that support the planet and your wellbeing.