What makes a paint environmentally friendly?

All water-based paint contains V.O.C’s (Volatile Organic Compounds). These compounds are found in many products. They give off a vapour that has a nasty smell and can be harmful to our breathing, our eyes, cause nausea, headaches and in severe cases liver and kidney problems. According to the European standards, an environmentally friendly paint should contain less than 5% V.O.C’s. Harlequin Paints is one of a few companies in South Africa who conform to these standards in their paint range and certain products in their varnish range.

Why bother?

• With Harlequin Paints you can be sure of no risk to your health when applying paint in your home, office or child’s room. Even hospitals are ideal places to use Harlequin Paints.
• You can move back into your room the same day as there are no smelly gasses to irritate or affect your health.
• At no extra cost you can have a quality paint to protect your surfaces and do your bit for the environment.
• It is a generally unknown fact that water based paints contain solvents. Most solvents contain 100% V.O.C.’s. Be aware of paint brands that say “low odour”. These paints may still contain a high level of V.O.C’s. The manufacturers have selected V.O.C’s that do not have a noticeable scent, yet are still hazardous.
• So, if you care about your family, and you care about the environment you live in, you now have a choice. Use it wisely.

HARLEQUIN PAINTS,
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