How To Choose The Healthiest Paint For Your Home

Strong odor that we get when we open a can of paint can give headache to some of us. Its from chemicals called volatile organic compounds (VOCs), some of which have been linked to cancer.

Now more and more paint companies are developing low- and no-VOC paints.

What is VOC

VOCs can be found in paints, as well as in cleaning products. Not only do these products emit strong odors, but exposure to some VOCs can, in the short term, cause irritation to the eyes, nose, and throat, dizziness, and nausea. Some VOCs (including formaldehyde and benzene) are known carcinogens and/or may lead to organ damage. Many paint manufacturers offer low VOC interior paints. “low-VOC” paints are considered those with fewer than 50 grams of VOCs per liter.

Before buying check the label for common VOCs including toluene, xylene, acetone, methyl ethyl ketone, and ethyl acetate.

While Choosing the Base

When selecting a coating, consider its base,a key giveaway for VOC content. Water-based, paints will have lower levels of VOC than oil-based paints, with low-VOC and VOC-free options being best for air quality.

Look For Certified Paints

Go for the paints which has good certifications for it

Here are some Top Healthy Paint option from Caparol Arabia

CapaCare Classic Matt

• Zero VOC

• Great touch-up

• Odourless

Water based paints with high efficiency, developed for fast and safe repainting jobs.

CapaCare Supreme

• Zero VOC

• Great touch-up

• Odourless

Ultimate quality 100% pure acrylic water based emulsion paint available in Matt and Silk finish.

CleanStar

• High Washability

• Easy Clean

• Anti bacterial paints

High quality pure acrylic emuslion for Interior use with excellent washability & stain resistance in Matt, Silk and Gloss finish.

Product Courtesy : Caparol Arabia