Comments on: 7 Low Or Zero V.O.C. Interior Paints You Might Actually Buy

By: Jessica

Jessica — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 22:48:14 +0000

Hello,

I recently painted my kitched with Yolo Colorhouse, 0 VOC paint. I was looking to repaint my kitchen for sometime now, but I wanted to find not only a green paint..but a green company. After doing some research I found Yolo. They are based in Portland, OR, and take sustainably beyond the can. The cans are recycled plastic, recycled paper labels and they have large hand rolled paint samples, real paint.

I love everything about this company..they are really doing something right.

By: Theresa

Theresa — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 01:55:59 +0000

I used Fresh Aire paint to do our house when we moved a few months ago, and it has held up very well. It looks terrific, and our painter didn’t have any trouble applying it. It truly didn’t smell at all, and we felt very comfortable letting the baby sleep in her freshly painted room that night. (We had been prepared to bring her to Grandma’s house for a few days if the paint had not been satisfactory.) I highly recommend Fresh Aire, even at its slightly higher price (compared with Behr, which is what our painter said he usually uses). We picked Winding River and Rushing Stream, a pale blue and a slightly darker blue with a bit of lavender in it. We primed first, since the previous owner had very dark green on the walls, and the walls look great!

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By: Tyler

Tyler — Fri, 09 May 2008 13:34:42 +0000

@Jeremy: Geez…sounds like you have a full plate! I only have to paint 2 fairly small rooms. I feel for you! I’m learning that going green is more expensive than I thought but I’m going to give it my best shot.
@Jason: I hear ya! The Olympic paint has caught my eye because of the price and availability. I want to do my part and try to be earth-friendly but it can’t break the bank.

By: jason

jason — Thu, 08 May 2008 20:36:20 +0000

Some of the “green” paints were way beyond our budget. But we did go with Olympic in our house. And the color’s green too.

By: Jeremy (Discovering Dad)

Jeremy (Discovering Dad) — Thu, 08 May 2008 03:48:42 +0000

Sounds like we’re working on similar projects Tyler. I’ve got to get baby Caitlin’s room done by the end of day on Friday, so Lori can show it off to her family this weekend. I already redid Ty and Chani’s rooms, as well as the guest bathroom, and I’ve got about 100 other things on my list this week. I admire you for attempting to go green. I didn’t even think of it, to be honest. Glad you posted this though, as I’m sure I’ll have to do more painting soon.

By: Tyler

Tyler — Wed, 07 May 2008 16:59:47 +0000

@Jen: I’ll definitely keep you up to date. I’m really liking the Benjamin Moore paint too but I don’t want to pay $60 a gallon for a “green” paint. I might lean towards the Sherwin Williams since it’s close to the house and reasonably priced.
@JollyGreenDad: Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment. I haven’t heard of New Era paint…I’ll have to do some more research. I should be doing something in the next couple of weeks and I’ll make sure and post updates. Hope to see you around.

By: Jolly Green Dad

Jolly Green Dad — Wed, 07 May 2008 15:12:56 +0000

Yes, absolutely let me know how the painting goes. I’ve heard of another one called New Era Paint that I am considering, but not sure about it yet. Post when you get results!

By: Jen W

Jen W — Wed, 07 May 2008 12:26:45 +0000

I’m interested to hear the outcome of the painting project. Curious how many coats it takes. My husband is a huge fan of Benjamin Moore paints “because of how great it covers” but unfortunately, it’s not in the green category.