What is the antimicrobial? And is recycled wood processed, treated wood not allowed in recycling bins because of chemical additives?
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Great questions. I no longer have the packaging so I can't give you the answer to your first question. The wood has a resin but I am unsure about the additives. I have directed questions to the Aventuresome Kitchen in the past and found the owner to be very responsive.
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I think that beside glass all of the options contain some chemical, the advantage here is that you do not have to maintain it - oiling etc. And I trust their Eco statement: ECO FRIENDLY: The Material in this cutting board is Made from FSC Certified, 100% Recycled Wood Composite- preserving our precious hardwood forests. The cutting board doesn't emit Formaldehyde or VOC's-- so it passes Indoor Air Quality Tests and makes this an Excellent Choice for Chemically Sensitive Individuals. The Material in The Adventuresome Kitchen Eco Friendly Cutting Board was originally developed as an Eco Friendly alternative for kitchen countertops, siding, and skate parks. As a Cutting Board, this material is Incredibly Lightweight & Durable, and Naturally Resistant to Moisture and Mold.
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That is a question best supplied by the manufacturer. I was under the impression that the cutting board was totally safe. What do they say? Antimicrobial is a material, in this case, that resists bacterial buildup. How they achieve this quality is again a question best directed to the maker of this product. Go for it! If you are as conscientious about what you are putting into your body as you are about the surface upon which you prepare your food you will be no doubt quite healthy.
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For any concern regarding these kinds of products consult the Safety Data Sheet (used to be called MSDS). Google "linseed oil MSDS". I see this product is listed as "Not classified as hazardous for health or environment". I've used this as a wood finishing product for years, often with bare hands. It is recommended that you have good ventilation. I do not have the label in front of me but my guess is that it says something like "known to cause cancer in the State of California"... and every product known to man probably fits in this category.
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This bed is ALL wood. I'm not sure about any chemicals that may be used on it. It seems to be completely untreated.
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It's been a while since i read the label, but from what i remember (and what i used it for) it's primarily used to treat/protect new lumber during construction and I'm not sure that it is intended to hold up to exposure to the elements. It is a preventative against infestation and will kill on contact, but it is not really a solution, and certainly not a complete solution, for eradicating existing infestations. That said, it can easily be applied by the homeowner with a sprayer and/or brush. It's quit messy though, the concentrate consistency is similar to Karo's syrup. You'll want to avoid over-spray in accessible areas or you'll have a big mess to clean up. It's been a while since i read the label, but from what i remember (and what i used it for) it's primarily used to treat/protect new lumber during construction and I'm not sure that it is intended to hold up to exposure to the elements. It is a preventative against infestation and will kill on contact, but it is not really a solution, and certainly not a complete solution, for eradicating existing infestations. That said, it can easily be applied by the homeowner with a sprayer and/or brush. It's quit messy though, the concentrate consistency is similar to Karo's syrup. You'll want to avoid... » Read More It's been a while since i read the label, but from what i remember (and what i used it for) it's primarily used to treat/protect new lumber during construction and I'm not sure that it is intended to hold up to exposure to the elements. It is a preventative against infestation and will kill on contact, but it is not really a solution, and certainly not a complete solution, for eradicating existing infestations. That said, it can easily be applied by the homeowner with a sprayer and/or brush. It's quit messy though, the concentrate consistency is similar to Karo's syrup. You'll want to avoid over-spray in accessible areas or you'll have a big mess to clean up. « Show Less
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There are no recycled material comments or logos on any of the boxes, so I don't believe so. Hope that helps.
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The material is our ecoFLEX® Composite made from recycled polymers and reclaimed wood fibers. It is 100% non-toxic and will not harm any animals that come in contact with it or happen to chew on it or even ingest any particles.We have an independent outside lab report to support this claim if you'd like it. If so please email us at cs at clickhere2shop dot com. Thank you, and let us know if you have further questions.
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Yes, but as with any cleaner, it'd be best to test it somewhere inconspicuous first. Not all wood finishes have the same durability. Particularly as this has to dwell for 10 minutes to disinfect, less durable finishes might not hold up.
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I am a physician with some publc/industrial health experience and I am aware of no serious studies linking casual contact with these various petrochemicals with any health risk whatsoever. You are just about as likely to get cancer from the naturally produced aflatoxins in your peanut butter. Life is hazardous in itself, always leading to death and I think I can live with this level of sdditional risk. I would add that the warning label may refer to various paint /finish components which could include aromatic hydrogrbon residues and heavy metal (mercurial) hardening/curing accellerants. These finishes may contain cadmium or lead pigments, etc. I wonder why decks aren't required to have warning labels about the real threat of arsenic exposure they pose?
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I would not. Hydrogen peroxide breaks down organic compounds. Wood is an organic compound.
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David, you must ask the manufacture about chemical leaching. It is a water based product that drys clear and is easy to clean up and it protects the wood very well.
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This is a conditioner. Before conditioning wood ( or in the case of of wood trim in your home) it must be clean and dry and free of mold or nothing will stick for long.,... Remember, Black mold is difficult to remove from porous materials, and is a health hazard. Check with http://epa.gov and other websites for proper removal. Such as http://blackmold.awardspace.com/mold-removal-cleanup.html. But first...ask yourself, is this cutting board worth taking a chance on my family's health...or is it ready for the garbage.
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I don't know how to answer this. I was treating the deteriorated ends of 36 year old cedar 2x4's so I treated over and over the same small areas. This was an alternative to replacing labor intensive 2x4's in a fence line. In the past I have treated cedar planks and 2x4's with consumption not an issue and wood stabilized for years.
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I didn't notice any particularly strong odors other than the normal ones one would associate with stained wood. I purchased mine last October (2013) and there is no detectable odor now. The shelves are particle board covered with veneer, most of the rest of the unit is stained natural wood. I can't say whether there is a polyurethane or other type of coating on the wood. I'm not particularly sensitive to chemical aromas, so I'm not sure how valuable my answer is to you.
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((Pardon/useless response)) This is a wood preservative/varnish like stuff, not for fabrics.
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THIS IS FROM ANOTHER REVIEWER, I'LL TAKE THEIR WORD FOR IT, THE WIFE IS SLEEPING OR I'D ASK HER. .... Hope this helps. Once received, I noticed that the label says "With Microban." From the Rubbermaid website, accessed today: "Triclosan is used in a few Rubbermaid products in non-food contact applications such as Microban sinkware and select coolers because it provides antimicrobial & odor resistance that consumers desire. These Microban antimicrobial technologies are EPA approved and built-in to the product during manufacturing to become part of the product. We are aware that the FDA is engaged in an ongoing scientific and regulatory review of the safety of triclosan in FDA-regulated products and we are closely following developments in this area."
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Not preferably but if you do make sure you dry and oil it with coconut or olive etc to keep it healthy. Wood is wood so it will biodegrade if you do not take care of it.
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Wikipedia its a antimicrobial preservative...probably to help keep the stuff fresh.