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Wed, May 26, 10 at 9:24
| My husband has just built a raised square foot bed for our organic vegetables (4' x 4' x 6"). He used the composite decking from Lowes.
Even though these decks claim to be non-toxic without harmful chemicals, I am very leery. Does anyone know if there are harmful toxins that could leach into the soil? We all know that would counteract the benefits of an ORGANIC vegetable garden! Thanks! |
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- Posted by Paperfinch 6b TN (My Page) on Tue, Mar 1, 11 at 10:20
| I know there are dioxins (a known carcinogen) found in all PVC-based materials, which includes composite decking. Personally, I would not be comfortable using it in my garden. |
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