Toxic vinyl shower curtains
The new shower curtain smell may be toxic to your health

Posted by Staff on January 14, 2009 4:33 pm

Vinyl Shower Curtains Release 100 Toxic Chemicals associated with adverse health effects are released into the air from polyvinyl chloride (PVC) shower curtains.

When you tear open that wrapper on a new plastic curtain, you can smell the off gassing. Toxic chemical off-gassing from PVC shower curtains may contribute to respiratory irritation, damage to the central nervous system, liver and kidney, nausea, headaches and loss of coordination.  

Safer Alternatives:

Hemp Based

Cotton/Fabric Based

Install Glass

Purchased an alternative:

>>Gaiam Eco-friendly Linen Shower Curtain - Natural

>>Fabric Anti-Mildew Shower Curtain Liner - White

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