Summer always feels like a great time to tackle a few DIY projects 🔨.

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But if your building was built before the 1980s there's probably a good chance lead paint is somewhere in your home. And lead paint can complicate renovation projects even if it's under layers of newer paint. 😖⁠ ⁠ But don't worry! It's easy to keep yourself protected while giving a room a much needed makeover. We have some tips for how to do a DIY project safely even if you're disturbing hidden lead paint. Link in bio for more!
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⁠ Feeling inspired by the #interiordesign hashtag and want to decorate 🏡?

We have a ton of tips on what to look for while shopping for a new rug! Below are our top three tips. Check out the link in bio for more! ⁠ - Look for a rug that’s made from a natural fiber like wool 🐑, jute, sisal, organic cotton, seagrass, or mohair⁠ - If the rug has a backing, make sure it’s made from hemp, cotton, or natural latex⁠ - Look for textile certifications like OEKO-TEX or GOTS☑️ ⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠
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A new coat of paint is sometimes the only thing you need to take a room from #blah to #decorgoals 🎨.

But paint fumes can be overwhelming when painting indoors 😷. Luckily, there are some safer paint options on the market and easy ways to reduce your exposure to paint fumes. Check out some tips below and link in bio for the full article ! ⁠ ✔️ Look for paint with low Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) ⁠ ✔️ Look for APE-free paints ⁠ ✔️ Ventilation is KEY 🔑! Always make sure to have as many windows/doors open as possible ⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠
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On the market for a new couch 🛋?

This is a friendly reminder to look for a couch that doesn’t contain flame retardants. Once upon a time, couches were required to have flame retardant chemicals in them because they were thought to help stop/slow fires 🔥 (spoiler: they don’t). But they DO have a lot of negative health impacts. 😬⁠ Luckily, lots of companies are phasing these chemicals out of their couches. Check the item description or product tag before you buy to ensure your new couch is definitely flame retardant free! ⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠
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