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Can carpet VOCs affect a person’s health?

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Can carpet VOCs affect a person’s health?

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In most cases, no. Carpet is one of the lowest emitters of VOCs and is manufactured under very strict IAQ (Indoor Air Quality) requirements. If you have bad allergies or sensitivity to latex, you may want to vacate the area of carpet installation for 48-72 hours and keep it well ventilated. You may also want to remove pets from the new carpet area for this time. Carpets are generally labeled with the Carpet and Rug Institute’s (CRI) Green Label and Green Label Plus, signifying that they meet standards for low VOC emissions.