Can VOCs from new flooring cause symptoms in sensitive people?
Yes. New vinyl and laminate flooring off-gasses VOCs and formaldehyde for months. Ventilate well or choose tile.
What's actually in it
The science on this is clear enough to act on. Chemical exposure from this product type is real and avoidable with a simple swap.
Research on this chemical or material consistently finds exposure levels worth reducing, and safer alternatives are widely available.
What the research says
Yes. New vinyl and laminate flooring off-gasses VOCs and formaldehyde for months. Ventilate well or choose tile.
The research base on household chemical exposure from everyday products continues to grow. Studies consistently show that material selection is the most controllable variable for reducing exposure at home.
The research at a glance
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