HandymanHome SafetySeptember 24, 2025by Colin
Don’t Use Pressure-Treated Wood Indoors
Key Takeaway: No — you should not use pressure treated wood indoors. Pressure treated lumber is infused with chemical preservatives to resist rot and insects, making it great for decks, fences, and landscaping. But those same chemicals can off-gas or leach into the air and dust of your home, which isn’t safe for framing, shelving,...