Hazardous substances

Let's get acquainted with the most common solvents to prepare colors and paints, also hinting at the risks to human health and the environment:

• The wall paints and synthetic paints are added with the most economical preservative: formaldehyde (considered one of the 10 most carcinogenic substances);
• Heavy metals are contained in paints especially lead (highly carcinogenic) followed by cadmium and chromium (potential allergens);
• The anti-mold products in the long term leads to cases of chronic poisoning (usually on the label the phrase "Product against organic aggression" is put;
• Lastly the High Solids (two-component paints) paints that are used for kitchens and parquet. The most common type is polyurethane paint (known as DD lacquer).