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| Painting Green |
| This DIY Basic, brought to you by Shur-Line, will provide tips on painting green. |
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The next time you take on a painting project try going environmentally-friendly green.
- You can start with your paint selection. Today there are many paint and primer choices that offer much lower levels of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) (figure A).
- Low VOC products will not only help the planet, they’ll keep your home and family healthier.
- By applying a lighter color in a room, it will reflect light better and reduce your need for artificial lighting (figure B).
- Choosing non-stick brushes makes clean up easier so you can re-use the brushes more often.
- Try using a paint edger (figure C) rather than disposable painter’s tape to reduce waste.
You’ll get good, clean lines around your trim for professional-looking results. - Selecting a tray with a non-stick surface (figure D) let’s you avoid pouring leftover paint down the drain.
- Donate any unused paint to a community group.
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- Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) can range from 5-200 grams per liter. The lower the number, the lower the overall health risks. Paints with less than five grams per liter are marketed as "Zero VOC".
- Paint can last for months if stored properly. Tightly seal the can and store it upside down so air doesn’t leak into the can and dry the paint.
- One of the easiest ways to eliminate waste is to not buy more than you need. Before beginning any painting project, measure the area to be painted. Each gallon of paint will cover approximately 400 square feet.
- If you are continuing a painting project for several days there is no need to clean your painting tools after each use. Simply wrap them tightly with a plastic bag. The brush or roller will stay moist for up to a week whether you’re working with water or oil-based paints or stains.
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