6 Hidden Health Hazards in the Home

By: Francisco Antunes

When many people think about home safety, things like security systems and fire alarms generally spring to mind. However, there are other, less obvious dangers around the home that can be hazardous to health, particularly if children, elders or pets are part of the family. Read on to find out more about them.

Carpet Chemicals
That “new carpet” smell which occurs when new floor covering has been installed comes from a chemical called 4-PC, which in contained in carpet backing. The odor dissipates in anywhere from several days to several weeks, but can cause headaches or a sore throat in sensitive people. …read more