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New carpet and new cabinets are the main source of "sick building syndrome" wherein people feel sick in a new or remodelled building. The culprit is indeed the formaldehyde.. -Newly installed carpet and other materials such as > paints can give off irritating fumes. Before having carpet laid, ask the > installer to unroll the carpet and air it out in a well-ventilated area for as > long as possible. For both new carpet and fresh paint, open up your house and > run exhaust fans during the first few days. Asbestos- and > formaldehyde-containing building materials usually found in <<NEW>>older homes also > are potential sources of indoor air pollution." > > Barb Mallut > [log in to unmask]