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Are paint fumes OK?

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Cosmogirl86 · 03/05/2019 16:48

I have plans to repaint my living room, and also the room my twins will eventually sleep when they move out of my bedroom
Am I able to help my husband with this?

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Weathergirl1 · 03/05/2019 16:51

We use non-VOC paint (which I know is a premium product - it's 100% water based) and I wouldn't hesitate to use that while pregnant but I would stay away from paints with lots of volatiles. Can you get a low VOC paint to use?

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Cosmogirl86 · 03/05/2019 17:06

I could definitely look for a low fume paint, but my question is if that is necessary or if I can use normal paint!

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Weathergirl1 · 03/05/2019 17:12

Well VOCs aren't really great for anyone to inhale tbh!

NHS guidance here: www.nhs.uk/common-health-questions/pregnancy/can-paint-fumes-affect-my-unborn-baby/

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