According to NASA, green or flowering houseplants are extremely effective at removing airborne household toxins, like dry cleaning, new carpet, plastic, and plywood fumes. Houseplants also release oxygen and water vapor, further improving the quality of the air. For optimum air quality, you should have one potted plant for every 100 square feet in your home or office.

The Cincinnati Children’s Hospital has a great list of non-toxic houseplants to help you chose new plants. Make sure you remove all dead leaves and flowers from the plants, and check the soil for mold regularly to make sure you aren’t introducing allergens while you’re removing toxins.

Potted herbs in your kitchen can do double duty, providing you with clean air and fresh seasonings. A potted palm adds a nice finished look to your living room, and an African violet in the bathroom will brighten things up. In addition to better air quality, you’ll get a mood boost from surrounding yourself with green.

Another Eco-Friendly Tip from Allie.

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