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High VOC paint on cot

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mackchar · 16/05/2022 20:22

Hi,

A week ago I painted my two year old daughter's new cot with a satinwood paint that turns out to have high levels of VOC. I think I may have made a huge mistake. Is it safe for her to sleep in it? How long will it take for the toxic chemicals to dissipate? Is there anything I can buy to "seal in" the VOCs and make it safe for her? She hasn't slept in it yet but I'm now wondering if I should buy a new cot.

Thanks in advance.

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etulosba · 16/05/2022 20:30

It will be fine once it has cured properly. The solvents will evaporate.

mackchar · 16/05/2022 20:37

Thanks! Do you have any idea how long that will take? It's Dulux Once satinwood.

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etulosba · 16/05/2022 20:44

It only takes two or three days at room temperature.

If in doubt, contact Dulux and ask for advice.

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