Issue 11 April 2011
Nothing Finishes the Job Better Than a Fresh Lick of Paint
Ecolibrium Natural Paints
Unfortunately, most conventional paints are filled with VOC’s (Volatile Organic Compounds) that emit gases which, with long-term exposure, can be harmful to our health (particularly if pregnant).(1) Additionally, vinyls and acrylics (both products commonly used in paints) are derivatives of petroleum. As we know, petroleum is earth- costly and an unsustainable resource. Natural paints tend to be VOC free, natural and made with renewable resources (from soybeans to earth pigments) and best of all they don’t leave behind that stringent wet paint smell.
Help protect your body and lessen your carbon footprint and avoid long term exposure to toxic solvent paint fumes by replacing VOC paint with natural based paint alternatives whenever possible. There is an enormous selection available world- wide (2) for all sorts of house jobs in hardware stores and across the internet.
QH tried Ecolibrium’s Baltic Blue and Dried Leaf Sample Pots - “Amazingly the first thing that struck us when we opened the tin is that we didn’t have a whiplash reaction from trying to avoid the noxious paint fumes. Instead we were pleasantly surprised by the lack of smell. To tempt fate, we deliberately put
our noses to the test and hovered over the tin, but still no fumes. This raised our eyebrows in acknowledgement that this paint is indeed natural. When applied, the paint went on smoothly and gave even coverage. Baltic Blue is a soft colour, reminiscent of an April sky. We could perfectly visualise it in a child’s room, with puffy white clouds painted on the ceiling! Dried Leaf reminded us of the colour of crushed sage leaves. It’s a gorgeous and soothing green that brings “nature” into the room.”
To find a stockist near you visit
http://www.ecolibriumpaints.com
ECOLIBRIUM BALTIC BLUE & DRIED LEAF NATURAL PAINT Price: £1.99 (SAMPLE POTS) 125 ML Price: £20. 42 (2.5 Litre)
Sources
1. NHS Choices – The affect of paint fumes on pregnant women.
http://www.nhs.uk/chq/Pages/2531. aspx?CategoryID=54&SubCategoryID=131
2. Examples Australia http://www.house-
paint.com.au USA http://www.
earthpaint.net Ecozmo Germany
http://www.naturalliving.hk
3. Details: Suitable for interior walls and ceilings;
Coverage: 10-12m2 per litre;
Drying time: 3-4 hours
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