Category: Paints & Coatings
What You Need to Know About VOC’s in Paints
VOCs became an issue several years ago when studies showed that smog and air pollution were not exclusively caused by cars and factories, but to a large extent by chemicals off-gassing from homes. This became particularly relevant when EPA studies showed that levels of VOCs in the home were 3-5 times higher than even outdoor air in a polluted city.
Read Moreeco stucco Natural Mineral Artisan Plasters
Once applied, EcoStucco naturally hardens and strengthens to convert its own chemistry into calcium carbonate (limestone), ensuring long lasting protection to any structure and in all conditions.
Read MoreYolo Colorhouse Paint
In 2005, Colorhouse was founded by artists who were looking for a premium paint that was safer for them and our planet. Their low odor paints have superior coverage and contain no VOCs (volatile organic compounds), no reproductive toxins, no chemical solvents, and no toxic fumes/HAPs-free.
Read MoreECOS Paints and Finishes
ECOS Paints make everything from wall and trim paints to stains and varnishes, as well as innovative products like MDF Passivating Primer, EMR Shielding Paint, and Air Purifying Paint that adsorbs up to 98% of VOCs.
Read MoreWhy You Can’t Always Trust a Zero-VOC Paint Label
it’s no wonder that when most people see “zero-VOC” on a paint label, they assume it means there are no VOCs. Zilch. Zip. None. In actuality, that’s not what it means at all – at least not most of the time. Here are the facts about VOCs and why you can’t always trust a zero-VOC paint label.
Read MoreOld-Fashioned Milk Paint Natural Paint
In 1974, after much experimentation, Old-Fashioned Milk Paint recreated an old milk paint formula to provide an authentic finish for their primary business of building reproduction furniture. Since then, they have sold their paints to professionals and homeowners looking to achieve the same aesthetic. Old-Fashioned Milk Paint’s authentic milk paint is truly a “green paint,” and comes in 20 beautiful colors.
Read MoreVermont Natural Coatings
Vermont Natural Coatings patented PolyWhey® technology has emerged as a new category of wood finish; delivering easy-to-use products that have established high performance and environmental standards.
Read MoreAmerican Clay Sustainable Plasters
American Clay natural earth plaster products, manufactured in Albuquerque, New Mexico, are a healthy and creative solution for beautiful interiors. Their gorgeous, sustainable clay plasters offer a non-toxic alternative for residential and commercial interior wall coverings.
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