What is a VOC?
VOC stands for “Volatile Organic Compound.”
Organic compounds make up all living things and are essentially any molecules containing carbon and other elements, such as hydrogen and oxygen. You can find organic compounds naturally in the environment, or they can be man-made.
Whether natural or synthetic, organic compounds are “volatile” if they can be vaporized and emitted as a gas at normal room temperature. A common example of a natural VOC is the gas emitted from pine trees, which creates the distinct smell of a pine forest. Synthetically produced VOCs are created by various chemical reactions and intended for use in (and then emitted into the air by) household and industrial products.
Common VOCs in Household Items and Industrial Processes
- Acetone nail polish removers
- Household detergents, disinfectants, air fresheners, wood preservers, moth repellents
- Many building materials such as wall boards, ceiling tiles, paints, paint strippers, adhesives
- Aerosol sprays
- Tobacco products
- Stored fuels and automotive products
- Electrical appliances and office equipment
- Dry-cleaned clothing
- Antifreeze
- Formaldehyde and other preservatives
- Photographic solutions
Tex Painting offers a variety of products ranging from low VOC to No VOC.
We can provide you the necessary literature to make an informed decision on your paint selection.
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Popcorn Removal
Are you tired of that 70′s look? Acoustic “popcorn” ceilings is a surface that attracts and harbors dust particles and can give your home that “dingy” look.
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Drywall Repair
Tex Painting Drywall Repair specialize in the art of drywall through the talented hands of our highly experienced crews, all of which are passionate about the finished product.
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Types of Texture
Learn more about the many texturing options we at Tex Painting offer our customers. With several to choose from, you’re bound to find something you love.
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Garage Floor Epoxy
High-traffic spaces demand high-performance systems. We offer a floor coating which is a high quality, stain-resistant, and easy to maintain surface.
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Cabinet Painting
The painters at Tex Painting can completely alter the look of your stained cabinets from a light oak or a pickled look, to a darker, richer stained look.
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Selecting Interior Color
The first step is one of the most important decisions you can make for your home or business: Deciding upon color. We can help.