Eco-Friendly Paint

This weeks blog post is written by guest-blogger Lawvin Hadisi. Lawvin blogs about eco-friendly options and swapping products for a better option. You can visit her blog here for more information on eco-friendly products. If you are interested in learning more on paint colours read my previous blog post here.  

Why Use Eco-Friendly Paint?

Painting our bedrooms, kitchens and bathrooms have become a unique way to express our personality. As paint covers our home's walls it is important we choose brands that are eco-friendly and made from natural ingredients.

Popular paint brands often convince buyers with their low prices for “quality product.” Their paints are created in huge manufacturing plants, contain many different chemicals and low quality ingredients. We never think that the chemicals in our paint stay on the wall, but they do, and for months after we inhale these chemicals.

Health Benefits: 

Little did we know, the harsh smell omitted from painting derives from volatile organic compounds (VOCs.) Included in these compounds are chemicals such as formaldehyde and benzene which have been linked to cancer, respiratory problems and damage to the ozone layer.

Natural paints can be found in all home improvement stores and are becoming a popular item. They are normally made from milk and clay based formulas, free of chemical ingredients and VOCs. The raw ingredients are naturally derived and include no synthetic ingredients that linger on your walls.

Will You Make the Swap?

Natural paints also use less energy to make versus conventional latex paints because of the minimal processed ingredients used. They are more breathable and create a better room climate, preventing moisture problems. This is due to the plastic like coating on your walls that comes from conventional latex paints.


Eco-Friendly Paint Brands: 

Unearthed Paints

ECOS Paints

Mythic Paint

Sherwin Williams

Benjamin Moore Natural Paint