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New Furniture and Indoor Air: Ventilation and Product Checks

Some furnishings, finishes and adhesives can emit VOCs; review product information and improve ventilation when safe.

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New furniture is not automatically unsafe, but some pressed wood, adhesives and finishes can emit VOCs or formaldehyde. The U.S. EPA recommends identifying sources, considering lower-emitting materials and improving ventilation. Odor alone is not a reliable measurement of air quality.

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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1. Review the maker's information on wood products, finishes, adhesives and any ventilation directions.
2. Before buying, compare credible lower-emission product information or independent test evidence where available.
3. After installation, ventilate with outdoor air or mechanical ventilation when outdoor conditions are safe.
4. Avoid adding unnecessary solvent, paint or heavily scented products that can be additional emission sources.
5. If applying any finish, follow the label's ventilation and protective requirements; use professionals when needed.
6. If irritation occurs, reduce exposure and review ventilation; seek clinical advice for severe or persistent symptoms.

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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