What Are Safe Artificial Plants for Homes and Clinics? - FAQ

Yes, you can keep safe artificial plants at home. However, to do so, you need to read about faux plant safety standards, determine that the product doesn’t use toxic materials, and ask for safety reports. If you choose a run-of-the-mill cheap fake plant from a department store, there’s no way to prove it’s safe for your home.

High-quality fake plants can last for years, 5-8+ to be exact, although some of our clients have kept their fauxliege for over a decade with minimal wear and tear. As long as you follow maintenance best practices, your artificial plant will stay green and vibrant for a long time.

Not all artificial plants are toxic. Some cheap fake plants may be, but high-quality ones from reputable manufacturers like Designer Plants can prove they aren’t. Safe artificial plants are RoHS-compliant, SGS-tested, and contain no harmful substances. Plus, they have the lab reports to prove it.

SafeTex is a Designer Plants proprietary technology that ensures our products are made with a unique blend that cuts down VOC emissions and is safe for homes with pets and children, as well as clinics.

Fake plants are safe for babies if they’re RoHS-compliant, free from the Toxic Ten, and SGS-tested by independent labs. If a manufacturer can’t prove the quality of their products before you purchase, assume they’re unsafe for you and your child.

To find safe artificial plants, you should look for the following:

• RoHS-compliant




• SGS-tested




• Free from the Toxic Ten




• Include the Safe Six




• Made with quality materials like SafeTex.