Alleviate Paint Odor in Your Home
If you are a DYI fan, then you are probably accustomed to one of the most unpleasant experiences when redecorating: the painting job. Even if you are perfectly pleased with the resulting color and it matches the furniture, the entire atmosphere could be spoiled by the irritating paint odor which won't go away. Apart from the stubborn smell that invaded your house, you should also consider the health effects of exposure to the chemicals that conventional paints contain.
Most household paints are latex/acrylic paints, made up of six components: pigment, binder, filler, water, solvent and additive. Each component has its specific role and gives the product its final characteristics. Most paint have strong odors that are given by solvents or additives. But you shouldn't get used to the idea that paint stinks. Today, painting a house can also be a pleasing activity. If you want to get rid of that paint smell quickly and easily, here are some helpful tips.
Grandmothers advise cutting an onion and leaving it in a water bowl overnight to absorb the paint smell. Vinegar is also a good smell-absorbent if it is left in the center of the freshly painted room for about 24 hours. All of these methods have proved efficient to some extent, but what can we do about the volatile organic compounds (VOCs) found in conventional paints?
A traditionally used method for removing paint stink is the use of a stronger scent in the painted room. Vanilla extract or peppermint oil make two good choices as they give a powerful relaxing odor in the house. Lightly crushed pieces of charcoal placed inside a bucket with some pieces of wet paper towels may also make your room smell pleasant.
The best solution to avoid both unpleasant smells and toxic substances harmful to our bodies is the use of environmentally friendly smell free paints. They use smaller amounts of solvents and contain softer binders, which makes them softer and therefore easier to apply. The revolutionary product is also more durable and water resistant. If you decide to use a quality eco paint, you will maximize the effectiveness of your work, shorten drying time and keep your family away from dangerous VOC releasing products.
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