Does a fabric bed contain formaldehyde?

Fabric beds are a type of bed that many people use nowadays, and many families will buy this type of bed. However, fabric beds usually contain formaldehyde, and the formaldehyde content is relatively high. The best way is not to sleep on it right after purchasing it. You need to let it ventilate, or grow some plants in your room, such as spider plants, which can absorb formaldehyde very well.

Fabric beds contain formaldehyde, and formaldehyde pollutants include artificial boards, adhesives, core boards, density fiberboards, artificial leather, sponges, etc.

Formaldehyde is a highly toxic substance and ranks second on China's priority control list of toxic chemicals. Formaldehyde has been identified by the World Health Organization as a carcinogen and teratogen. It is a recognized source of allergies and one of the potential strong mutagens. Studies have shown that formaldehyde has strong carcinogenic and cancer-promoting effects. The effects of formaldehyde on human health are mainly manifested in abnormal smell, irritation, allergy, abnormal lung function, abnormal liver function and abnormal immune function.

1. Newly bought fabric beds must be ventilated. In the first one to two weeks, no other method will be effective. The best way is to open the windows for ventilation and discharge the main indoor pollutants to the outside as soon as possible.

2. Use formaldehyde-removing plants

(1) Chlorophytum comosum

It can carry out photosynthesis under weak light and absorb toxic and harmful gases in the air, as well as formaldehyde, styrene, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide and other carcinogens in the air. Generally, if you keep 1 to 2 pots of spider plants in a room, they can absorb all the toxic gases in the air. Spider plants can also decompose benzene and absorb relatively stable harmful substances such as nicotine in cigarette smoke. Therefore, spider plant is also known as the "air guardian".

(2) Ivy

Powerful in removing formaldehyde and benzene. It can decompose two harmful substances, namely formaldehyde present in carpets, insulation materials, and plywood, and xylene which is harmful to the kidneys and hidden in wallpaper.

(3) Tiger tail orchid

It plays a good role in purifying the air. Studies have shown that Sansevieria can absorb some harmful gases in the room, and can effectively remove harmful substances such as sulfur dioxide, chlorine, ether, ethylene, carbon monoxide, nitrogen peroxide, and has a strong ability to absorb formaldehyde.

(4) Aloe vera

It is not only a good absorber of formaldehyde, but also has strong medicinal value, such as sterilization and beauty effects. Many potted plant varieties have been developed that are highly ornamental and can be used to decorate homes.

(5) Chrysanthemum

It can decompose two harmful substances, namely formaldehyde present in carpets, insulation materials, and plywood, and xylene which is harmful to the kidneys and hidden in wallpaper. Not only that, it is also highly ornamental, and there are many options for potted varieties or terrestrial flowers. In addition, its petals and rhizomes can be used as medicine.

3. Place some activated carbon next to the fabric bed. Activated carbon can absorb formaldehyde very well.