Easy breathing benefits
The health hazards of airborne chemicals known as volatile organic compounds are well documented and every paint company has made moves to lower the VOCs in their products. But environmentally friendly paints go further and many ranges are not only totally free of VOCs and other harmful emissions, but also oil free and odour free.
Water-based clay paint is one of the most commonly used natural paints. It is both highly breathable and aesthetically pleasing. In addition to the benefits of being free from hazardous chemicals that can cause allergic reactions, the clay balances humidity in a room, deterring mildew. This can be an important consideration for asthma sufferers. It is also static resistant, so reduces dust build-up.
Due to the high solid content, clay paint covers exceptionally well and will hide hairline cracks. It can be used on several interior surfaces including lime plaster. Any dry, grease-free surface can be given a matt finish with this distinctive paint. It is virtually non-drip and easy to apply to wallpaper, plaster, dry wall, concrete, primed wood and metal.
There is a wide choice of colours to suit traditional and contemporary decor schemes. The colours can be mixed together or enriched with other pigments.
Where to buy clay paints
- Old House Store Ltd - Hampstead Farm, Binfield Heath, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9 4LG, 0118 969 7711