Maharishi Vastu on Natural and Non-Toxic Materials

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1. What are some considerations when constructing a building to avoid creating unhealthy indoor air quality?

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Using non-synthetic materials

Allowing for indoor air circulation (and ideally cross circulation)

Not using materials that give off volatile organic compounds (VOCs)

All of the above

Creating unhealthy indoor air quality can’t be avoided in this day and age

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2. The terms “natural” and “non-toxic”:

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Are interchangeable.

Are distinct from each other and do not overlap.

Are distinct from each other, but may overlap.

Are opposite in meaning.

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3. What is the roofing material most favored by Maharishi Vastu architecture?

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Traditional asphalt shingles

Cedar shingles

Glazed ceramic tiles, but many common materials are fine

Any material, as long as it has foam insulation underneath so that it will also insulate the house

Metal roofing

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4. What is the ideal exterior wall for a Maharishi Vastu home, in climates where insulation is required?

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Wood frame construction with batt insulation

Solid cast concrete

Non-insulating brick, with an insulation layer added

A thick, vapor-permeable, self-insulating material

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5. When selecting a paint for the interior of a Maharishi Vastu home:

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Natural, non-toxic paints are available in the US.

It is best to make one’s own paints.

You will need to order natural paint from Europe.

Zero VOC paints are not available.

Maharishi Vastu does not not recommend painting the walls of a house.

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6. In a Maharishi Vastu home, non-toxic, natural kitchen countertop options include:

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Formica and other similar laminates

Quartz or ceramic tile

Nothing that is economical or easily available

Economically making it from scrap framing lumber used in the construction of the house

Not Maharishi Vastu recommended, as they are a notorious reservoir of bacteria

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7. Which type of flooring is NOT recommended by Maharishi Vastu?

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Tiles

Cork flooring

Solid hardwood flooring

Vinyl flooring

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8. Is wall-to-wall carpeting is recommended by Maharishi Vastu, especially for bedrooms?

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Yes

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