RVs can make great homes, but they can also hide hazards
RVs are a ticket to fresh air and the outdoors. At the same time, road trippers often spend extended periods in their RV. The indoors are never healthy for too long, but RV owners run their own set of risks. Here’s how to identify, mitigate, and avoid them.
The toxic threats in RV construction
Formaldehyde is a colorless, flammable compound potentially deadly member of the toxic aldehyde family. It can be found in products used for cosmetic or cleaning purposes. The sad fact is that formaldehyde is everywhere in an RV: in counter tops, upholstery, furniture, and carpets to name only a few.
Ventilating your RV is crucial to mitigating the effects of toxic fumes.
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