What are VOCs
VOC is short for Volatile Organic Compound and are found in all kinds of products including many every day household items such as glue, cleaning supplies, and even air fresheners! VOCs are contained in these products in varying degrees.
These decompose or vaporize into the air over long periods of time and can cause some health problems. There is lots of detailed information available on this but suffice it to say that paint contains VOCs.
There are eco-friendly paints available now that you might prefer to use. These cost a bit more but will reduce the amount of toxic compounds emitted into the air you breathe. The EPA has guidelines regarding limits on paints labeling themselves as eco-friendly and if this is a concern great care should be taken in selecting the paint you will use.
Talk to your painter about the best options for you.
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VOC is short for Volatile Organic Compound and are found in all kinds of products including many every day household items such as glue, cleaning supplies, and even air fresheners! VOCs are contained in these products in varying degrees.
These decompose or vaporize into the air over long periods of time and can cause some health problems. There is lots of detailed information available on this but suffice it to say that paint contains VOCs.
There are eco-friendly paints available now that you might prefer to use. These cost a bit more but will reduce the amount of toxic compounds emitted into the air you breathe. The EPA has guidelines regarding limits on paints labeling themselves as eco-friendly and if this is a concern great care should be taken in selecting the paint you will use.
Talk to your painter about the best options for you.
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