8 Scary Ways Your Fireplace Could Be Toxic

Wood Smoke Contains Some Nasty Chemicals

There are many common fire hazards in your home, but this health hazard concerns the smoke from that cozy fire. Wood smoke actually contains some pretty potent toxins, including benzene, formaldehyde, acrolein, and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), according to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). It also adds particulates to the air, which can harm your lungs.