The newest thing in no VOC (volatile organic compound) paints is an additive material known as “Microban®." “Microban® is the only non-chemical, non-metallic, anti-mildew and...

Ozone can be good or bad – depending on where it is. The good ozone occurs 10 to 30 miles above the earth and protects us from harmful ultraviolet rays from the sun. Bad ozone occurs...

Aerosol cans have been around for nearly a century; they were first used for non-painting applications, such as applying pesticides and other liquids. In 1949, Edward Seymour invented...

There are three common ways to remove paint and varnish: sanding, scraping and strippers. Paint and varnish can be abraded away with sandpaper or removed with a scraper or putty knife....

With so many types of paint available, consumers can easily be overwhelmed by the decision whether to buy regular, low-VOC, no-VOC or more unusual paints. According to the US Environmental...

Homeowners who want to use eco-friendly paint may insist on using low- or no-VOC (volatile organic compound) paint. Not only are low-VOC paints more earth-friendly, they are often...

You want a safe, healthy child, but want to continue home improvement projects during pregnancy. Some projects may be dangerous for pregnant women, particularly exposure to some chemicals...

Paint is something we all have to live with, because it's on the walls of just about every structure we have an occasion to venture into nowadays. Paint is made of three basic types...