What to know about toxic 'forever' chemicals in waterproof or stain-resistant products

WCVB Channel 5 Boston: What to know about toxic 'forever' chemicals in waterproof or stain-resistant products

The Guardian: ‘Forever chemicals’ found in nearly 60% of children’s ‘waterproof’ or ‘stain-resistant’ textiles

A study found PFAS substances in clothing, pillow protectors, bedding and furniture, some labeled ‘environmentally friendly’ Nearly 60% of children’s textiles labeled “waterproof”, “stain-resistant”, ...

‘Forever chemicals’ found in nearly 60% of children’s ‘waterproof’ or ‘stain-resistant’ textiles

WDSU: What to know about toxic 'forever' chemicals in waterproof or stain-resistant products

Water resistant or waterproof? Which one is better and how do you define these terms? Bob Vila breaks it down in this guide.

Before you go out to buy new rain gear, do your research to determine whether you need water resistant vs waterproof fabric.

Waterproof is better than water resistant. If you know that you will be spending time in heavy rain or wet snow and hate getting wet, investing in more waterproof outerwear is a good bet. Quality outerwear is both weather resistant AND breathable.

Many of the water-resistant and stain-proof home furnishings and apparel we purchase may contain toxic "forever" chemicals, called PFAS, that are linked to numerous health concerns, including liver ...

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