Your home should feel safe, not like a slow chemical experiment. But here's what I see as a home inspector and building biologist: most people think that "new house smell"…

Years ago, I stood in a store aisle holding a product boldly labeled “fragrance free.” On the surface, it felt like a safe choice—especially for someone trying to reduce chemical…

Most homeowners are taught to think of mold as a moisture problem. Leaks, humidity, condensation, flooding. And while moisture is absolutely required for mold to grow, it isn’t the whole…

You don’t usually think about plastic when you breathe in. You notice plastic when it cracks, breaks, or ends up in the recycling bin — not when you walk across…

The year 2025 felt like it flew by, but when I look back at everything I shared with you, I’m genuinely proud of the ground we gained together. For me,…

Long before I knew the word "hygge," I was drawn to the concepts it represents. Growing up with Norwegian roots, I'd always loved the simplistic style paired with cozy, comforting…

Once upon a time, I was the undisputed queen of scented candles. I had them organized by season, by room, by occasion. I loved everything about them: the ritual of…

You know that moment when you're pouring your morning tea, and you suddenly wonder if the kettle itself could be undoing all the good you're trying to do? If you're…

Creating a healthy home isn’t only about what we breathe or touch during the day — it’s just as much about the eight hours we spend in bed every night.…

Home renovations can span anywhere from updating flooring in a room to a full-fledged kitchen demo and rebuild.  The home renovation process itself can be very unhealthy with the introduction…