Bathroom Products
Most shower curtains and liners contain PVC, which gives them that characteristic "new smell." Shower curtains also contain volatile organic compounds and phthalates, both of which may be hazardous. Similarly, bath towels, hand towels, and other personal bath products are generally manufactured from cotton that has been treated with pesticides and then, in the process of production, is often treated with synthetic dyes, colors, and with the addition of synthetic materials. The companies listed below provide safer alternatives for your bathroom.
Bed Bath and Beyond http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/
The home goods megaretailer now sells a wide range of affordable non-PVC shower curtain liners, organic shower curtains, towels and bedding.
Gaiam http://www.gaiam.com/
Gaiam offers a full lin of organic and eco-friendly bathroom and home products, including organic cotton towels, shower curtains, bath mats, and eco-conscious shower heads and low-flush toilet adapters.
IKEA http://www.ikea.com
IKEA carries a line of non-vinyl shower curtains made of ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) or polyethylene vinyl acetate (PEVA). Both EVA and PEVA are eco-friendly alternatives.
The Organic Home http://www.achome.co.uk/theorganichome/
The Organic Home, based in the UK, offers hand towels, bath towels, bath sheets, and bathrobes produced from 100% organic cotton grown and harvested in Turkey. The bath products are packaged in recycled, recyclable and/or compostable materials and are manufactured by a local family business using traditional methods.
Pottery Barn http://www.potterybarn.com
The furniture company now offers PVC-free shower liners made of EVA, along with organic bath towels and shower curtains. Available online and at most of the company's retail locations.
Vitafutura http://www.vitafutura.com
Vitafutura carries a wide selection of PEVA shower curtains in many colorful and solid designs for adult and children's bathrooms. Available online.
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