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How to Avoid Breathing the Chemicals From New Carpet Smell

New carpeting can transform the look of your home, but new carpet smell can cause a range of health issues, including breathing difficulties, hives, dizziness, headaches, and eyes, nose and throat irritation. This is because new carpets emit volatile organic compounds (VOCs), which can include chemicals such as styrene, toluene and ethyl benzene. To avoid health issues, look for carpets that have met the low emitting criteria as established by the Carpet and Rug Institute's Green Label Program.

Things You'll Need

  • Sturdy clothesline
  • Fans
  • Felt carpet padding
  • Tacks
  • Air purifier
  • Dust masks (optional)
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Instructions

    • 1

      Air out the carpet before installation. Hang it on a sturdy clothesline in full sun, if possible, or place it in a clean, well-ventilated area, such as a section of your garage with all the windows open. Air out the carpet for a week, if possible.

    • 2

      Put down felt carpet padding rather than commercial brands that use a lot of chemicals. Research padding materials before purchase through the Environmental Protection Agency and the Carpet and Rug Institute, so you know exactly what you are buying.

    • 3

      Open all doors and windows prior to installation. Place one or more fans in the room being carpeted, as well as adjacent rooms to keep the air circulating.

    • 4

      Use tacks to secure your carpet to the padding and floor rather than glue. Glue adds to the chemical odor given off by the carpet. If the carpet is installed by professionals, familiarize yourself with the Carpet and Rug Institute's Commercial and Residential Installation Standards guidelines so you know the installer is following correct procedures.

    • 5

      Use an air purifier in the room where the carpet was put down, to rid the air of lingering airborne chemicals from carpet, solvents, and any other chemicals used in installation.

    • 6

      Wear dust masks while the carpet is being installed. Leave your house following the installation, to avoid breathing chemicals.

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