If you’re like most people, then you like to fill your home with a comforting ambiance, which usually includes burning a beautifully scented candle. But did you know that the very item you’re using to make your home cozier could actually be putting you in danger?
No, we’re not talking about fire hazards. We’re talking about VOCs.
Scented Candles and Indoor Air Pollution
The most common scented candles found in stores are made out of paraffin wax and synthetic, petroleum-based fragrances. Studies show that burning these types of candles emits toxic byproducts like benzene, toluene, formaldehyde, acetaldehyde, acrolein, and soot.
These chemicals are known to cause respiratory issues and irritation, and even increase the risk of certain cancers. Given how popular scented candles have become, this is a major public health issue.
It’s important for all of us to understand how unhealthful—and maybe even harmful—these candles are for our indoor air.
Get Your Indoor Air Tested
If you’re an avid user of synthetic, scented candles in your home and you’re concerned about their negative side effects, call MoldXpertsNY for indoor air testing. We’ll test for VOCs (volatile organic compounds) and toxins and give you a plan of action if your results are high.
However, regardless of whether you get your indoor air tested or not, we strongly recommend switching to candles with soy wax (or beeswax) and natural fragrances. You might even decide to ditch candles altogether and start using natural oil diffusers, instead. Thankfully, there are lots of safe alternatives!
MoldXpertsNY is here to help folks in New York City, Nassau County, and surrounding areas get the clean, healthful air they deserve. To schedule your indoor air quality (IAQ) survey, call now!
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