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What Is Low-VOC or Zero-VOC Paint?

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It’s a question that comes up more and more.
Especially when someone is painting a baby’s room
or wants to freshen up the house
without that strong paint smell lingering for days.

VOC stands for volatile organic compounds.
They’re chemicals that evaporate into the air as paint dries.

Some are mild.
Some are known to cause irritation.
And when you’re surrounded by them in an enclosed space,
you’ll probably feel it.
Headaches, dizziness, maybe a scratchy throat.

That new paint smell?
That’s VOCs at work.

Most traditional paints have them.
But now there are better options.

Enter low-VOC and zero-VOC paints.

They’re made to reduce, or completely remove, those chemicals.
You get the same color and finish
without the heavy fumes.

They’re especially helpful in:

  • Bedrooms
  • Nurseries
  • Kitchens
  • Bathrooms
  • Anywhere you spend a lot of time with the doors closed

Some people assume that low-VOC paints don’t cover as well
or won’t last as long.
That might have been true years ago.
But today, they’re just as durable and just as rich in color.
You won’t notice a difference in performance,
only in the air.

Here’s a quick breakdown:

  • Traditional paint: high VOCs, strong smell, longer off-gassing
  • Low-VOC paint: fewer chemicals, easier on the lungs
  • Zero-VOC paint: little to no emissions, ideal for sensitive spaces

The only thing to watch for is the label.
Not every “eco” or “natural” product is truly low-VOC.
Some still sneak chemicals in with clever branding.

If you want help picking the right product,
call That 1 Painter.
We’ll talk you through it,
no pressure, no guessing.

So, back to the question:

What is low-VOC or zero-VOC paint?

It’s paint that looks great
and leaves your air feeling just as fresh.

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