Cohousing-L Mailing List: Re: On incense and other toxic substances

[Gary Kent (garykent]

The question of toxicity in common buildings is timely as our group is about
to discuss the 'ifs' and 'wheres' of our common woodworking shop. Matt is
quite correct in identifying the many toxic substances in any woodworking
shop. I had a quite severe reaction to Cocobolo (Rosewood) dust in my own
shop last week (wasn't wearing a dust mask).  And there are dozens of woods,
as well as most finishing products and glues, that  are toxic to some
people.

Water borne finishes, non urea formeldehyde glues, good masks and efficient
dust collection minimize the risks, not to mention personal responsibility
and  a commitment to safe woodworking practises.

Having a seasoned woodworker (preferably with most fingers intact) around
would be a great advantage. If not than hire someone to give a course or
two.

Gary Kent
Roberts Creek Cohousing






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