oday, media widely promotes DIY materials; however, few of us are completely aware of the health risks that the redecorating job implies. The people planning to build or decorate their own homes should carefully consider the following health-related matters.
Many of us never heard about the negative effects that prolonged exposure to asbestos fibers can have on our health. The asbestos fibers that could be found in construction materials used extensively from the early 1940s through the 1970s may lead to lung tissue damage and cancer when inhaled.
If you want to purchase a house with copper pipes, you should know that there are also health risks associated with copper; ingesting too much of this metal can seriously affect the human body. Some scientists have linked Alzheimers disease to copper pipes.
Lead is known to be a toxic metal; however, it has been largely used in home products. The negative effects lead paint has on our health ranges from behavioral problems to seizures and even death. Are you suspicious about lead poisoning? You should get your child checked and have your home tested by trained professionals. Special attention should be given to houses which have been painted before 1978 finding themselves in poor condition.
Another hindrance for the people who want to decorate their homes is the way paint stinks. We should all be aware of the fact that the unpleasant smell is not the only setback when it comes to painting; paint stink is toxic for our bodies, causing severe pulmonary and respiratory damage.
Luckily, this problem has been solved with the help of research chemists. If you can't stand the paint stink of recently painted walls, try using one of the new odor-free paints available in many household specialized shops in a wide range of color schemes. These smell-free paints are softer and easier to apply than traditional paints; they use little or no solvent and softer binders than traditional paints. The drying time is shortened and the result gives you no more headaches.
This new discovery helps DIY amateurs to breathe easily, as they don't have to use some other stronger scent to mask the strong paint stink (like vanilla extract or peppermint oil), deodorize with charcoal, light perfume candles or wear breathing masks. The eco-friendly paints will take care of your health, also protecting the environment.
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