Wednesday, August 20, 2008
Granite Countertops May Contain Uranium
Many homeowners are having to remove their new countertops because the granite in them has been found to emit hazardous levels of radon. What do you think?
Sharon Kypke,
Horse Trainer
"I wondered why my Kenmore under-cupboard Geiger counter was going crazy."
Dick Jefferts,
Systems Analyst
"Get rid of my gorgeous granite countertops just because of some measly radiation emissions? I don't think so. From now on, it's daily potassium iodide tablets for me and my family."
Raul Parsons,
Security Guard
"It's really the kids I feel sorry for. Those spoiled, rotten kids."
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