what are the risks of painting while pregnant during the 1st five weeks i paint for my job & im concerned?
2006-08-04 14:33:24 · 7 answers · asked by i wanna know 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
i paint outside so its well ventilated, but its industrial paint & ive used paint-thinner on my arms to remove paint splats how harmful can this be.. i am no longer painting as advised by my doc, but im worried.
2006-08-04 14:40:57 · update #1
There's not much data yet regarding the safety of the use of paint by pregnant women, but most experts agree that it's best to avoid contact with oil-based paint, polyurethane floor finishes, spray paints, turpentine (and similar solvents), and liquid paint removers. Don't scrape or sand old paint off either since old paint often contains lead. If you must paint, latex paints are considered the safer choice, and the paint should be brushed or rolled on rather than sprayed. (Be sure not to use old latex paint that was bought more than ten years ago because it may contain a preservative that contains mercury.) Good ventilation is a must.
2006-08-04 14:41:02 · answer #1 · answered by Veritas 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
as long as you are wearing a ventilator mask and not using lead-based paint which has been mostly taken off the market, you should be fine. Call Ask-a-nurse or your doctor just to be on the safe side. It will help with your peace of mind.
2006-08-04 14:41:42 · answer #2 · answered by Heather P 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
breathing the fumes in can cause problems with the babies development. Talk to your doctor if you are in a well ventilated area though and you were a face mask, then you should be ok.
2006-08-04 14:41:59 · answer #3 · answered by tricksy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I painted three rooms inside my home (with open windows, of course) during my pregnancy, and I am the proud mommy of a healthy, happy (I hope she is) 1 year old little girl. Of course, everything is fine in moderation.
2006-08-04 14:46:17 · answer #4 · answered by volleyballchick (cowards block) 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You'll be fine as long as you keep it well-ventilated.
2006-08-04 14:37:34 · answer #5 · answered by Mommy Kai 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
wear a doctor mask.
2006-08-04 14:38:12 · answer #6 · answered by UKNOUCIT 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
its not good, talk to your doctor
2006-08-04 14:37:45 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋