Title: Are Paint Fumes Bad to Inhale in Your Home? | Molekule Blog
Headings: Are Paint Fumes Bad to Inhale in Your Home?
Are Paint Fumes Bad to Inhale in Your Home?
What is in paint fumes?
Health risks and effects of breathing paint fumes
Risks for special populations
How long are paint fumes harmful?
How to get rid of paint smells and other safety tips
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Written by Catherine Poslusny

Content: Note: Though our focus is on interior paints, art and craft paints can also emit varying levels of VOCs. Because they are continually working with paints, solvents, resins and other potentially harmful materials, artists should take special care to protect the air quality of their studio or workspace. Health risks and effects of breathing paint fumes
The chemicals present in paint fumes can cause both short- and long-term health effects. While painting, and as the paint is drying, some people may experience symptoms such as headaches, eye watering, dizziness and breathing problems. Other immediate symptoms include throat and lung irritation and vision problems. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recommends leaving the room immediately and getting fresh air for anyone who starts to notice the above symptoms. Chronic exposure to VOCs, such as those present in interior paint, can lead to damage to the nervous system, liver and kidneys, as well as some types of cancer. Risks for special populations
Some people are more vulnerable to the chemicals in paint vapors than others. If you or a loved one is in one of the following groups, extra precautions may be necessary to avoid adverse health effects while painting the house.