Although there is European law in place in the UK which limits the levels of solvents in paints , it is better to be on the safe side. The best way to know if any paint is solvent-based is to check the brush cleaning instructions on the tin. If you need to use white spirit or special brush cleaners then they contain solvents. If you can clean brushes in soap and water, then they are water-based and safe to use in pregnancy.
He did 2 and a bit walls. The recommendation is to have someone else do this part of the remodeling and ideally, remove yourself from the location until the project is complete. If you are just too excited and you must paint the nursery, make sure you follow these guidelines to decrease the likelihood of paint exposure:. Occupational and industrial paint circumstances ie… painting cars warrant concern because of the consistency and level of exposure to paints and solvents. The largest concern is the use of spray paints due to the high quantity of mist created, which can potentially be inhaled.
Protective clothing and effective ventilation can help reduce the level of exposure and the potential risk to the baby. Recreational use of paints involves sniffing or inhaling paint solvents; this is harmful whether you are pregnant or not. Sniffing and inhaling paints provides high levels of exposure and increases the risk of harm to the baby, including miscarriage or a birth defect. Currently, there are no studies that document harm to the baby during normal and incidental exposure to paint i.
The only studies that note the potential for miscarriage and malformations have to do with the higher levels of exposure through recreational use sniffing and inhaling regularly. If you have been exposed to paint, rest assured that the likelihood of any problems is low.
Let your health care provider know of any paint exposure and together you can discuss the potential risk. Illinois Teratogen Information Service U. Painting While Pregnant. Is it Safe to Paint While Pregnant?
If you are just too excited and you must paint the nursery, make sure you follow these guidelines to decrease the likelihood of paint exposure: Protect your skin by wearing protective clothing that includes long pants, long-sleeved shirts, and gloves Be certain that the room and house are well ventilated; open the windows and turn on fans Limit the time you spend on the project; take breaks and move into the fresh air frequently Keep your food and drinks away from the area so solvents and chemicals will not accidentally be consumed Occupational or Industrial Paint Occupational and industrial paint circumstances ie… painting cars warrant concern because of the consistency and level of exposure to paints and solvents.
What about pregnancy and recreational use? Join now to personalise. May Birth Club Gloss Paint. Hi I posted yesterday about gloss paint and that i had done some without even realising there was any danger associated with it. Has anyone else glossed using standard gloss during pregnancy? Original poster's comments 1. I have re decorated my house, layed wood flooring fitted a new kitched..
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