Lucas Gruber
I'm a designer in San Francisco who spends a lot of time indoors. A couple of years ago I got obsessed with a realization: the synthetic materials and fabrics throughout our homes are constantly shedding into the air we breathe. I've been on a mission to change that in my own home through research, and I made Nontoxic Nook to share that research and list the products I'd actually want to live with.
Organic home · Non-toxic living · Indoor air quality · Design
Bath Toys
PVC in Baby and Home Products: What It Is and Why We Avoid It Entirely
Dish Soap & Detergent
Best Non-Toxic Baby Dish Soap (2026)
Water Bottles & Tumblers
Best Non-Toxic Shaker Bottles Without Plastic Lids (2026)
Mattresses
New ECHO Cohort Study Links Prenatal PFAS Exposure to Worse Sleep in Young Children
Diaper Accessories
Best Non-Toxic Cloth Diaper Accessories: Wet Bags, Pail Liners, and Diaper Sprayers (2026)
Food Storage
BPA Substitute BPS Worsens Obesity and Insulin Resistance in Offspring, Study Finds
Cookware
A Large Multi-Site Study Links High PFAS Blood Levels to Heart Disease
Cloth Diapers
Best Non-Toxic Potty Training Pants (2026)
Buying Guides
Amazon Alternatives for Non-Toxic Shopping: The Stores, Compared
Sleepers & PJs
12,000 Children's Loungewear Sets Recalled: What the Sleepwear Standard Parents Don't See
Household Cleaners
The Best Non-Toxic Home & Living Essentials (2026)
Cookware
PFAS Exposure Tied to Lower Vitamin D Levels in Children, Study Finds
Car Seats
Best Non-Toxic Car Seats (2026)
Pillows
The Best Organic Down Pillows (2026): 8 RDS-Certified Picks
Food Storage
Everyday Plastic Exposures Are Linked to Stiffer Arteries in Women, NYC Study Finds
Soap & Body Wash
The Best Non-Toxic Bath & Personal Care Products (2026)
Water Bottles & Tumblers
Best Non-Toxic Coffee Tumblers (2026)
Cookware
The Best Non-Toxic Kitchen Essentials (2026)
Health & Safety
The Best Non-Toxic Baby Products: The Full Registry List (2026)
Household Cleaners
A Non-Toxic Bathroom Cleaning Kit: The Best Products for 2026
Yoga & Wellness Gear
Best Non-Toxic Yoga and Meditation Gear (2026)
Duvets & Comforters
Best Organic Quilts (2026)
Robes
The Best All Natural Men's Bath Robes (2026)
Bedding
The Best Organic & Non-Toxic Bedding (2026)
Household Cleaners
Best Non-Toxic Mold and Mildew Removers (2026)
Household Cleaners
Non-Toxic Disinfectants for Clean Indoor Air (2026)
Soap & Body Wash
The Best Non-Toxic Bar Soap and Body Wash (2026)
Laundry Detergent & Softener
Best Non-Toxic Stain Removers (2026)
Candles & Air Care
The Best Non-Toxic Humidifiers (2026)
Crib Mattresses
Prenatal Flame Retardant Exposure Linked to Infant Neurobehavior via Gut Microbiome
Bath Mats & Rugs
Non-Toxic Bath Mats and Rugs That Won't Off-Gas (2026)
Household Cleaners
Best Non-Toxic Toilet Bowl Cleaners (2026)
Cribs
Best Non-Toxic Baby Playpens & Travel Cribs (2026)
Health & Safety
The Best Non-Toxic Baby Bottle Sterilizers (2026)
Oven & Stovetop Cleaners
Best Non-Toxic Oven and Stovetop Cleaners (2026)
Sunscreen
The Best Non-Toxic Sunscreens (2026)
Household Cleaners
What 'Fragrance' Is Actually Hiding in Your Cleaning Products
Household Cleaners
Best Organic and Non-Toxic Cleaning Sprays (2026)
Water Filters
Best Shower and Sink Water Filters for the Bathroom (2026)
Glass & Window Cleaners
The Best Non-Toxic Glass and Window Cleaners (2026)
Nursery Furniture
Best Non-Toxic Nursery Furniture: Dressers and Changing Tables (2026)
Household Cleaners
The Best Non-Toxic All-Purpose Cleaners (2026)
Candles & Air Care
Best Non-Toxic Candles (2026)
Coffee Makers
Best Non-Toxic Coffee Makers: Plastic-Free Brewing (2026)
Dryer Balls & Sheets
Best Non-Toxic Dryer Sheets and Fabric Softener Alternatives (2026)
Hand Soap
Non-Toxic Hand Soap for Every Sink in the House (2026)
Household Cleaners
The Best Non-Toxic Floor Cleaners and Mopping Solutions (2026)
Candles & Air Care
Are Scented Candles Toxic? What the Research Actually Shows
Food Storage
Why You Should Not Heat Food in Plastic: Microplastics and Your Food Storage
Disposable Wipes
Bamboo Viscose vs. Organic Cotton Baby Wipes: What the 'Natural Bamboo' Label Actually Means
Accent Chairs
Best Accent Chairs Without Flame Retardants or PFAS (2026)
Bed Frames
Solid Wood Bed Frames and Platform Beds for a Non-Toxic Bedroom (2026)
Carriers & Wraps
The Best Non-Toxic Baby Carriers and Wraps (2026)
Food Storage
The Best Non-Toxic Food Storage Containers: Glass, Steel, and Silicone (2026)
Reusable Wipes
Best Non-Toxic Reusable Cloth Baby Wipes (2026)
Changing Pads & Covers
The Best Non-Toxic Baby Changing Pad Covers (2026)
Candles & Air Care
Non-Toxic Candles and What's Actually in Them (2026)
Sleepers & PJs
How Baby Sleepwear Passes Federal Flammability Tests
Toilet Paper
PFAS in Toilet Paper: What the Research Found
Everyday Clothing
Baby Onesies in Organic Cotton: The Non-Toxic Picks for 2026
Bedding
PFAS in Your Bedding: The Stain-Resistant and "Cooling" Finishes to Avoid
Oral Care
The 2026 Fluoride Fight: What Actually Changed, and What It Means for Your Toothpaste
Loungers & Bouncers
The Best Non-Toxic Baby Loungers and Bouncers (2026)
Swim Diapers
Best Non-Toxic Reusable Swim Diapers (2026)
Toilet Paper
The Best PFAS-Free Toilet Paper for a Non-Toxic Home (2026)
Play Mats
The Best Non-Toxic Baby Play Mats (2026)
Deodorant
Aluminum in Deodorant: What the Evidence Actually Says
Oral Care
Best Non-Toxic Toothpaste (2026)
Blenders
Best Plastic-Free Blenders and Food Processors (2026)
Soap & Body Wash
98% of Personal Care Products Contain Unlabeled Chemicals, New Study Finds
Cookware
Lead in Ceramic Dishes: Why Vintage Corelle and Fiestaware Keep Going Viral
Deodorant
Deodorant Buyers Guide: Non-Toxic & Aluminum-Free (2026)
Electric Kettles
Best Non-Toxic Electric Kettles: No Plastic Contact (2026)
Air Purifiers
How Air Purifiers Work: Filtration, Air Cleaning, and Health Benefits
Nursery Furniture
What Are VOCs? A Parent's Guide to Nursery Off-Gassing
Cribs
How to Choose a Non-Toxic Crib
Oral Care
Best Organic and Natural Dental Floss (2026)
Bakeware
Best Non-Toxic Baking Sheets (2026)
Dinnerware
All Natural Dinnerware: Plates and Bowls (2026 Guide)
Kitchen Towels
Best Organic Kitchen Towels (2026): GOTS-Certified Cotton & Linen Picks
Soap & Body Wash
The Best Non-Toxic Body Wash (2026)
Nursery Furniture
The Non-Toxic Nursery: A Room-by-Room Planning Guide
Everyday Clothing
The Best Non-Toxic Baby Clothing (2026)
Cookware
The Safest Plastic-Free Toaster Ovens (2026)
Mattress Protectors
Non-Toxic Waterproof Mattress Protectors (2026 Guide)
Pillows
Best Non-Toxic Pillows (2026)
Baby Wash & Shampoo
Best Non-Toxic Baby Body Wash: 6 Safe, Organic Picks (2026)
Haircare
The Best Non-Toxic Conditioner Brands (2026)
Dish Soap & Detergent
The Best Non-Toxic Dish Soap and Dishwasher Detergent (2026)
Bedding
The Best Organic Duvet Covers (2026)
Air Purifiers
Air Purifiers That Make Your Air Worse: Ionizers, Ozone, and What Actually Works
Bedding
Fiberglass in Mattresses: Which Brands Use It and How to Check Yours
Cooking Utensils
Flame Retardants in 85% of Black Plastic Kitchen Utensils: What the Study Actually Found
Baby Food & Pouches
Consumer Reports: These Baby Foods Have Dangerous Heavy Metal Levels
Everyday Clothing
PFAS in Baby Clothes and Bedding: What the Testing Shows
Baby Food Storage
The Best Non-Toxic Baby Food Storage Containers (2026)
Laundry Detergent & Softener
Are Laundry Detergent Sheets Actually Eco-Friendly? The PVA Microplastic Debate
Disposable Diapers
Chlorine-Free Diapers: What 'Chlorine-Free' Actually Means
Baby Food Storage
All 7 'BPA-Free' Pacifiers Tested Leaked BPA, Munich Study Finds
Dryer Balls & Sheets
Best Non-Toxic Dryer Balls (2026)
Laundry Detergent & Softener
Best Non-Toxic Laundry Detergent (2026)
Sponges, Brushes & Cloths
Dish Sponges and Scrubbers For A Non-Toxic Home (2026 Guide)
Lotions & Oils
Baby Product Greenwashing: 10 Marketing Claims That Mean Nothing
Disposable Diapers
What's Actually Inside a Disposable Diaper
Bath Towels & Tubs
Best Non-Toxic Baby Bath Essentials (2026)
Candles & Air Care
Best Air Purifiers for a Non-Toxic Home (2026)
Cooking Utensils
Non-Toxic Cooking Utensils Are A Must In Any Kitchen (2026 Guide)
Disposable Wipes
What Goes Into Baby Wipes (and Why Most Fall Short)
Cribs
The Best Non-Toxic Cribs of 2026
Baby Food & Pouches
The Best Non-Toxic Baby Food: Pouches and Jars (2026)
Cookware
Ceramic-Coated vs True Ceramic: What Cookware and Bakeware Brands Don't Tell You
Bedding
Your Mattress Off-Gasses More While You Sleep on It: What the 2025 Toronto Study Found
Teethers
Are Silicone Baby Products Actually Safe?
Everyday Clothing
Is Bamboo Fabric Safe for Babies?
Baby Food & Pouches
Heavy Metals in Baby Food: What Parents Need to Know
Bedding
The Non Toxic Sleep Guide: 9 Best Organic Mattresses of 2026
Bedding
What Is MADE SAFE Certification?
Bedding
What Is Oeko-Tex Standard 100?
Bedding
What GREENGUARD Gold Actually Means (And What It Doesn't)
Bakeware
The Best Non-Toxic Bakeware (2026)
Lotions & Oils
What's in Baby Skincare — and What to Actually Avoid
Bedding
EWG Verified vs. OEKO-TEX vs. GOTS: Which Certification Matters?
Bedding
What Is GOTS Certification?
Baby Bottles
Polypropylene Baby Bottles Release Millions of Microplastic Particles When Heated
Teethers
Is Silicone Safe for Babies?
Lotions & Oils
Why 'Fragrance-Free' Matters in Baby Products
Soap & Body Wash
Fragrance-Free vs. Unscented: What's the Difference?
Nursery Furniture
PFAS Markers Found in 58% of Children's Textiles Tested, Study Finds
Beach Towels
The Best Organic Beach Towels (2026)
Nursing & Breastfeeding
Best Non-Toxic Nursing Pads (2026)
Baby Bottles
What Is BPA? A Parent's Guide to Bisphenol-A in Baby Products
Nursery Furniture
Flame Retardants in Baby Products: Where They Hide and What They Do
Sofas & Couches
Best Non-Toxic Sofas and Couches (2026)
Sofas & Couches
How Your Sofa Is Polluting Your Indoor Air
Bibs
Best Non-Toxic Baby Bibs (2026)
Crib Mattresses
Best Non-Toxic Crib Mattresses (2026)
High Chairs
Non-Toxic High Chairs Without Foam or Flame Retardants (2026)
Everyday Clothing
Non-Toxic Baby Pajamas Without Flame Retardants (2026)
Sippy & Toddler Cups
Non-Toxic Sippy Cups Without BPA, BPS, or Plastic (2026)
Baby Bottles
Baby Bottles Without Microplastics (2026): Glass, Steel, and Silicone
Disposable Diapers
PFAS-Free Disposable Diapers (2026): 5 Brands That Passed Testing
Sunscreen
Safest Baby Sunscreen (2026): Mineral-Only, EWG-Verified Picks
Disposable Wipes
Baby Wipes Without Plastic or Hidden Chemicals (2026)
Buying Guides
Non-Toxic Baby Essentials: Where to Start and What Actually Matters
Lotions & Oils
The Best Non-Toxic Baby Lotion (2026)
Diaper Creams & Balms
The Best Non-Toxic Diaper Cream (2026)
Baby Wash & Shampoo
The Best Non-Toxic Baby Shampoo and Wash (2026)
Disposable Diapers
New Study Links Phthalates (DiNP) to 1.88 Million Preterm Births
Rugs
How Your Rug Is Polluting Your Indoor Air (And What the Research Says)
Rugs
Best Non-Toxic Rugs (2026)
Bedding
The Best Non-Toxic Comforters and Duvets (2026 Guide)
Blankets & Swaddles
Best Non-Toxic Baby Blankets (2026)
Everyday Clothing
Your Baby Is Not a Small Adult: The Chemical Exposure Case for Organic Baby Products
Bedding
Organic Cotton vs. Conventional Cotton: What the Label Doesn't Tell You
Pacifiers
The 4 Non-Toxic Pacifiers That Actually Pass (2026)
Sleep Sacks
The 8 Best Non-Toxic Baby Sleep Sacks (2026)
Teethers
Phthalates in Baby Products: The Regrettable Substitution Problem
Nursery Furniture
7 Foam-Free, Flame-Retardant-Free Nursery Products (2026)
Cloth Diapers
7 Non-Toxic Cloth Diapers That Pass the PFAS Test (2026)
Bath Towels
The Best Non-Toxic Bath Towels (2026)
Disposable Diapers
Best Non-Toxic Baby Diapers (2026)
Robes
8 Non-Toxic Robes That Disclose Every Material (2026)
Buying Guides
The Best Non-Toxic Throw Blankets: Linen, Wool, Alpaca, and Cashmere Picks That Disclose Every Fiber (2026)
Disposable Diapers
New York Now Requires Full Ingredient Disclosure on Diapers. See What That Reveals.
Buying Guides
A New Study Links PFAS During Pregnancy to Weaker Immune Response in Babies
Buying Guides
The 15 best non-toxic sheets, vetted for GOTS, formaldehyde finishes, and bamboo viscose (2026)
Baby Food Storage
Independent Lab Testing vs. Amazon Listings: Which 'Food-Grade Silicone' Products Are Actually Certified
Cookware
The Safety Data Sheets for Your Non-Stick Pan Tell You More Than the Brand Will
Crib Mattresses
The Chemicals Banned From European Nurseries That Are Still Allowed in American Ones
Food Storage
What the Food and Drug Administration Allows to Leach Out of Your Food Containers and Into Your Food
Pillows
8 Organic Pillows That Disclose Every Material (2026 Guide)
Laundry Detergent & Softener
You're breathing about 68,000 microplastics a day — most from inside your home
Everyday Clothing
The Hidden Chemicals in Baby Clothes: Flame Retardants, Antimony in Polyester, and What the Label Really Means
Crib Mattresses
What's in Your Baby's Crib Mattress? Flame Retardants, PFAS, and What Certifications Actually Mean
Crib Mattresses
Baby Cribs and Crib Mattresses: 8 Non-Toxic Picks (2026 Guide)
Blankets & Throws
Best Organic Blankets: 9 Picks from 9 Different Brands (2026 Guide)
Blankets & Throws
How to Choose a Wool Blanket
Cookware
The Best Non-Toxic Cookware: 14 Pans Across 5 Materials (2026 Guide)
Cutting Boards
Non-Toxic Cutting Boards: 9 Picks from 9 Different Makers (2026 Guide)
Laundry Detergent & Softener
Microplastics Found in Stroke Patients' Arteries at 51× the Normal Level
Household Cleaners
Household Dust Contains Microplastics That May Be Aging Your Cells, Scientists Find
Buying Guides
Phthalates in Plastic Are Linked to 1 in 11 Preterm Births Globally, Lancet Study Finds
Bath Towels
Toxic Chemicals in Conventional Bedding and Towels: The Case for Certified Organic
Cutting Boards