Stainless Steel Colanders: Only One Names the Grade
Stainless steel colanders checked part by part for steel grade, perforation type, handles, base, and dishwasher care.
Laundry Detergent for Newborns: What the Label Skips
Fragrance-free, dye-free, and full disclosure decide the risk, not the word “baby.” Sixteen detergents, checked on maker pages today.
Is HexClad Non-Toxic? What the Hybrid Surface Is Made Of
HexClad now calls its coating TerraBond and says it’s PTFE-free — a change from the PTFE a 2023 class action alleged in earlier pans.
Non-Toxic Shower Curtain Liner: What the Material Says
PVC off-gasses the “new shower curtain” smell. PEVA and EVA skip the chlorine, but they’re still plastic. Liners checked material by material.
Non-Toxic Dryer Sheets: Claims vs. Ingredients
Ten brands claiming non-toxic dryer sheets, measured against what they disclose, plus what dryer-vent emissions research shows.
Plant-Based Stain Removers: Enzymes, Oxygen, and Soap
Enzymes, sodium percarbonate, and plant-derived surfactants: what removes a stain, and which claims a maker documents.
Countertop Compost Bins: What Controls the Smell
Countertop compost bins checked one by one for material, filter cost, and price, plus why two electric composters do not make finished compost.
BPA-Free Baby Bottles: Glass vs. Silicone, Brand by Brand
BPA-free has been required by federal rule since 2012. The real decision is glass, silicone, or PP — checked brand by brand.
Non-Toxic Play Mats: Foam, Fiber, and the Label Gap
“Non-toxic” covers three separate hazards on a play mat — formamide, phthalates, and foam VOCs. Mats checked material by material, brand by brand.
Eco-Friendly Comforters: What Each Certification Covers
See which eco-friendly comforter brands hold GOTS, RWS, RDS, or GRS certification, and how wool, down, and recycled-polyester fills compare.