Is it Safe to Paint a Toddlers Bedroom?

Putting a fresh coat of paint on the walls of your toddler's room is a quick way to spruce things up and make the space more distinct for your child--but is it safe? With so many new types of paint available these days, it is challenging to determine which paint is the right paint to use. Taking some extra time to do some research before slapping some paint on the walls of your toddler's room will be beneficial for years to come.

  1. Lead Paint

    • If your home was built before 1978, it is a good idea to check your existing walls for lead before covering them with a fresh coat of paint. According to myhomeideas.com, home test kits can be purchased and then walls and trim can be checked. If lead is detected, contact the Lead Information Center to determine the best way to proceed.

    Low VOC paint

    • According to ecochildsplay.com, there are several types of wall paints that are low in or completely free of VOCs, or volatile organic compounds. Paints that contain VOCs will emit toxins into your environment year after year. Examples of paints free of VOCs include Yolo Colorhouse, Olympic Paints, Sherwin Williams and Benjamin Moore Pristine EcoSpec.

    Ventilation

    • Non-toxic and low-in or free of VOC paints are less odorous than traditional paints, but it is still a good idea to keep areas that are being painted well ventilated. Make sure to have window's open or have a fan running while painting to keep fumes at bay.

    Time Frame

    • The toddler shouldn't sleep in the room for at least 24 hours to make sure fumes have dissipated.

    Considerations

    • Low or free of VOC paint is expensive. If paint isn't an option, there are many other options such as wall stickers, which are reasonably priced. Spending a couple extra dollars and taking the time to select paints that are VOC free will make your toddler's room free of paint toxins for years to come.

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