What are the Benefits of Low VOC Paint?
There are many different advantages to using low VOC paint
for interior painting. We often tackle interior
painting projects in Woodbury, so we have plenty of reasons for
recommending low VOC paint. Here are a few reasons.
First of all, it’s important to understand what VOC means
and what it is. VOC is an acronym for “volatile organic compounds.” These
compounds are found in the paint solvent, which is what keeps the paint from
drying in the can. When the paint is put on the wall, the solvent evaporates
and that allows the paint to dry. When the VOCs get into the air, that is what
causes the smell of the paint. And VOCs can cause breathing problems for those
who have certain allergies or problems with asthma. It has also been linked to
health problems like watery eyes, headaches and more.
So low VOC paint does not emit as much of a smell as paint
with a normal level of VOCs in it. This is great news for your next interior
painting project! You can still get the same great results but without the
strong smell. Interior painting jobs are great for the winter time, and a paint
that has low or zero VOCs means that the drying process is a lot less likely to
bother you and your family with the smells and other problems that can arise.
The price difference between this type of paint and paint
with a regular amount of VOCs is pretty comparable too. Low VOC paint is great
for when you can’t open a window to help the paint dry. The decrease in odors
and potential health issues is worth the minor difference in cost.
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