Re: Re: Need input on buying furniture

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I was just going to suggest Ikea before reading further in your message.

They have nice things and the covers are removable and can also be easily

replaced.

Sue

I'm not sure about the mold question (from my experience, it

basically grows on anything). I would love to replace my sofas but

have the same questions.

I think I would pick a sofa that has a removable cover that washes

easily. This way I could keep it clean and mold free.

My other concern is the offgassing of materials used in new sofas and

other furniture. I heard that Ikea's stuff is relatively free of VOC's

and i might try there first.

If you are really chemically sensitive, as I am, I would be really

cautious about the stuff you buy. All natural is always better but

then all natural materials tend to mold easily too. It's a real

catch-22, isn't it?

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