Interior designer Erin Fetherston joins us to break down how to reduce toxins in your home without feeling overwhelmed. From bedrooms and beds to couches, rugs, and flooring, Erin shares practical starting points, trusted materials, and the certifications that actually matter. They also unpack common greenwashing myths, discuss popular furniture brands, and offer reassurance for anyone feeling behind on their non-toxic home journey.
Links and Notes:
Bedding
Quince (use “organic” in search): https://www.quince.com/search?q=organic&filter=departments%3DHome
Coyuchi
https://www.coyuchi.com/
Boll and Branch
https://www.bollandbranch.com/
The Futon Shop
https://www.thefutonshop.com/
Natasha’s Mattress Blog:
https://www.drorganicmommy.com/blog/mattress-guide-natasha-beck
Natasha’s kitchen swaps:
https://www.drorganicmommy.com/kitchen
Upholstery
The Futon Shop
Cisco Home (inside green)
https://ciscohome.net/pages/inside-green
Medley Home
https://medleyhome.com/
Kalon Studios
https://kalonstudios.com/
Avocado makes some furniture
https://www.avocadogreenmattress.com/collections/beds-furniture-1
Rugs
Organic Weave
Nordic knots
Jaipur Living (100% undyed wool options)
Enkay
https://www.enkay.com/
https://www.urbannatural.com/
Etsy Finds
HedgeHouse: https://www.etsy.com/shop/HedgeHouse
https://www.etsy.com/shop/Ottomanmarrakech
Amish furniture
Loewen Design Studios
https://www.loewendesignstudios.com/
https://www.thosmoser.com/
Timecodes:
1:00 – Where to start with reducing toxins in the home
3:45 – Where to start in the bedroom
5:30 – Concrete flooring vs. wood floors
6:00 – What matters most when choosing a bed frame and mattress, and Erin’s favorite brands
11:00 – How to off-gas furniture to help make a difference in your home
12:00 – Labels to look for when buying wood furniture
13:00 – Brands Erin recommends
15:00 – Erin’s take on IKEA
17:00 – Erin and Natasha’s take on the Nugget couch
17:40 – Erin and Natasha answer listener questions about couches
20:00 – Sheepskin throws on couches
21:00 – Where Erin sources organic couches
25:00 – What to do if you’re feeling overwhelmed or behind
29:00 – Erin’s take on rugs and what you need to know
30:00 – Why you shouldn’t be fooled by “sustainability” headlines
31:00 – What certifications actually matter
