Microwaving with plastic wrap can transfer chemicals, especially with high heat or food contact. Use microwave-safe plastic ...

This is one of those small things that bothers people as they walk through the grocery store aisles. There is one cucumber wrapped in clear plastic sitting in a pile of fruit that doesn't seem to need ...

Every household chore has its own set of challenges, and sweeping is no exception. Dust, pet hair, crumbs, and fine debris often cling tightly to broom bristles, making the task feel inefficient and ...

See the thousands of plastic chemicals in what we eat. Warning: This graphic requires JavaScript. Please enable JavaScript for the best experience. When Americans eat ...

When backpacks have become ergonomic, dependable, hard-wearing, and supremely organized, where does innovation lead next? Weight reduction. Ultralight packs have steadily gained popularity over the ...

Wrap it up, no fuss! Wrap’d keeps your wraps snug and secure without the plastic or foil. Reusable and ready for all ages! Comment “wrap’d” for the link to the items used in the video. ——— Warp’d ...

A new substance, Gratek, is claimed to make the plastic 20% stronger yet 18% lighter, thanks to the addition of graphene. Widely hailed as a "wonder material," graphene takes the form of ...

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Bamboo plastic sounds like a compelling eco-friendly material for a variety of applications, but its questionable durability and recyclability leave a lot to be desired. Researchers at Northeast ...

In this week's Material Insights, senior reporter Frank Esposito reports that PVC prices fell for a second straight month due to weak construction demand, while PET resin prices are rising as tariffs ...

Experts estimate that the global production and disposal of plastics emits nearly 2 billion tons of greenhouse gases per year. The vast majority of these materials end up in landfills, but what if we ...