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Strategies Choose light colors for interior finishes

Strategies Use paint with higher gloss for high traffic areas

Strategies Let carpeting air out before installation

Strategies Choose carpet cushion free of brominated flame retardants

Strategies Use environmentally friendly floor finishes

Strategies Encapsulate Lead Paint When Removing It Is Not Feasible

Strategies Avoid plastic wall coverings that can trap moisture

Strategies Look for flooring that's certified or made with recycled material

Strategies Be careful when installing flooring over green concrete

Strategies Choose carpeting and rugs made from natural or recycled materials

Strategies Choose flooring made from natural or rapidly renewable materials

Strategies Keep Carpet from Becoming a Colony for Bugs and Mold

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