8 Tips on Making a Healthy Carpet Choice (Premium)

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Architect Rose Grayson, who specializes in green interior design and sustainable buildings (LEED certification), replied to a reader’s question on carpeting.

Question: We make a real effort to “go green” in our home, but we’re confused about a decision on carpeting. We have mostly hardwood floors but want carpet in the master bedroom. A design consultant recommended a line of carpeting and said it was “natural and healthy.” But when I checked it is treated with Scotchguard, Teflon, and microbial inhibitors. What do you suggest?

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