A business group is protesting against a European Commission proposal to regulate the solvent content of paints to limit emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOC). The Commission’s proposed limits ...

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Choosing paint for your home brings a lot of options: What kind of paint, what type of finish and what color? Water-based paints have emerged as “greener” and less smelly than solvent-based options.

During the national seminar named PACT Vision-2013 at the campus of HBTI, GN Tewari, alumnus of HBTI, informed that the solvent-based paints pollute the environment while the water-based paints have ...

When picking out the perfect house paint, you want something that not only matches your vision but will last the test of time. Additionally, you need a paint that won't cause health problems. Here are ...

Water based paints contain organic solvents and many additives, such as biocides, surfactants, pigments, binders, amines, and monomers. The chemical complexity may introduce new potential health ...

Choosing paint for your home brings a lot of options: What kind of paint, what type of finish and what color? Water-based paints have emerged as “greener” and less smelly than solvent-based options.