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EZ Strip Inchttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14775464194020898881noreply@blogger.comBlogger114125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7328039631552303671.post-28009291734940049732023-09-12T14:15:00.002-07:002023-09-12T14:17:07.794-07:00Protecting Your Pet from Indoor Air Pollution<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPKknxDiO3zeuRWY6TL082tg64pgcGNPqoGBOSScNXn5OxSldWBG6DVapg1VxyLrq-AyNkplPj_eOtVQeDXopEM1BUeiOpTeRKe-UTiNepGIUfynEUxexvjq5Fhrnq-gxNJsjGuPg0VSYW4GXEqmEiwzMLWN8UFHJbLezZuKLfQLQrJmvYRyjjC3ASARdb/s5689/pexels-sam-lion-6001183.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5689" data-original-width="3793" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPKknxDiO3zeuRWY6TL082tg64pgcGNPqoGBOSScNXn5OxSldWBG6DVapg1VxyLrq-AyNkplPj_eOtVQeDXopEM1BUeiOpTeRKe-UTiNepGIUfynEUxexvjq5Fhrnq-gxNJsjGuPg0VSYW4GXEqmEiwzMLWN8UFHJbLezZuKLfQLQrJmvYRyjjC3ASARdb/w426-h640/pexels-sam-lion-6001183.jpg" width="426" /></a></div><br /> We all cherish our beloved pets and prioritize their well-being, don't we? When it comes to selecting products for our homes, it's important to remember that our furry companions are more vulnerable to airborne and surface residue chemicals. Indoor air pollution can significantly affect the health of our pets. Let's explore some of the most prevalent sources of pollution and discover ways to eliminate or reduce their impact<p></p><p>Indoor air pollution poses a significant concern in every modern home. In fact, the air indoors often harbors a mixture of pollutants originating from numerous sources. Since our pets are typically smaller than humans and tend to spend more time indoors, they are especially vulnerable to the health issues that indoor air pollution can trigger. Being conscious of the origins of these contaminants and understanding how to mitigate them is a crucial step toward enhancing indoor air quality and safeguarding your pets' health.</p><h4>Volatile Organic Compounds</h4><p>Numerous household items contain volatile organic compounds (VOCs), substances that easily evaporate into the air. You can find these compounds in furnishings, solvents, aerosols, cleaning products, air fresheners, adhesives, sealants, pesticides, and dry cleaning chemicals.</p><p>In both dogs and cats, VOCs have the potential to induce eye, nasal, and throat irritation, provoke skin reactions, trigger headaches, nausea, dizziness, and fatigue. In more serious instances, exposure to VOCs may even lead to organ damage and an increased risk of cancer. Although the likelihood of encountering such severe consequences in a typical, well-maintained household is low, this underscores the hazardous nature of these chemicals.</p><h4>Safer Options</h4><div>The most straightforward method for reducing airborne VOC concentrations is to ensure proper and consistent ventilation. When weather conditions permit, open windows to allow fresh air circulation and remain cautious when using cleaning or removal products in your home. Pay special attention to heavy-duty removal products, as they may contain higher levels of VOCs that can be harmful if used without appropriate personal protective equipment. When tackling demanding removal tasks, consider opting for low VOC formulas such as EZ Strip to help minimize VOC emissions. <a href="https://ezstrip.ca/">LOW VOC REMOVAL PRODUCTS</a></div><div><br /></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="color: #ffa400;">The simplest way to lower the concentrations of VOCs in the air </span></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="color: #ffa400;">is to ensure good, regular ventilation.</span></i></div><div><br /></div><h4>Naturally-occurring microbes</h4><div>Mold, mildew, bacteria, and dust mites thrive in moist environments, and the airborne spores and waste products they release can pose health risks to both humans and animals.</div><div><br /></div><div>Molds, mildew, and bacteria exposure can lead to symptoms such as coughing, sneezing, eye or nasal discharge, lethargy, paw licking, loss of appetite, and noisy or labored breathing. In addition, animals can develop allergies to house dust mites, which may manifest as itching, skin issues, and recurrent ear infections.</div><div><br /></div><h4>Safer Options</h4><div>The most effective approach to maintaining low levels of mold, mildew, and bacteria in your home is to focus on reducing indoor humidity. Consider hanging your laundry outdoors or using a dryer that vents outside. Regularly empty drip trays in dryers and dehumidifiers, and change the water in AC units daily. Be vigilant in checking for pipe leaks or dripping taps.</div><div><br /></div><div>For visible mold growth, ensure you clean it away promptly. To minimize dust, which is essential for dust mites to thrive, use a vacuum equipped with an HEPA filter. This not only helps reduce dust mites and their waste but also captures other airborne contaminants like pollen, smoke, spores, and soot.</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #ffa400;"><span><span><i>Soft toys and other items that can’t be washed can be placed</i></span><span style="text-align: left;"><span><i> in a plastic bag in</i></span></span><i> the freezer for </i></span><i>24 to 48 hours to kill dust mites.</i></span></div><h4>Carbon Monoxide</h4><div>There is also a potential risk of carbon monoxide exposure from appliances that utilize gas, coal, oil, or wood as their fuel source, such as furnaces, generators, fireplaces, wood burners, and motor vehicles that may be operating in nearby garages.</div><div><br /></div><div>Carbon monoxide poses a severe threat to the health of dogs, cats, and humans alike. It can be fatal when present in high concentrations, but even low-level exposure can result in symptoms such as drowsiness, lethargy, shortness of breath, and even loss of consciousness.</div><div><br /></div><h4>Safer Options</h4><div>Carbon monoxide is a silent threat to both pets and people, making it crucial to install alarms near furnaces and other heating appliances. Ensure that wood burners are adequately sealed and avoid burning timber that has undergone chemical treatment. It's essential to regularly service and maintain furnaces and heating systems, even if they are new. Additionally, keep chimneys well-swept and flues in good condition, conducting frequent checks for any cracks.</div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: #ffa400;"><span><i>Carbon monoxide is a silent killer of both pets and people, </i></span><span style="text-align: left;"><span><i>making it crucial to</i></span></span><i> install alarms </i><i>near furnaces and other heating appliances.</i></span></div><div><br /></div><div>While it's impossible to eliminate all indoor air pollution, taking steps to reduce it to acceptable levels is feasible. Being mindful of the chemicals you introduce into your home, maintaining cleanliness by reducing clutter, and ensuring proper room ventilation are all crucial in ensuring clean air for both you and your pets to breathe.</div></div><div><br /></div>EZ Strip Inchttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14775464194020898881noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7328039631552303671.post-73890088639118850142023-07-13T14:19:00.003-07:002023-07-13T14:32:54.916-07:00Home Improvements: When Should You Do-It-Yourself?<p> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrHgAgMRUhYl2lSlUtvw-1hEUar_KaysMROFt9j04hBF3zAIG4MUM3yIdZWmZfg_jb3LKmEsdLJrzXovp5GaWDXdbfn53CK6-bZvbeQSLihLjMSBmH_E1kUXV53vEjpP2R5UvnKtqyqSwn/s1600/DIY-Injury.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="570" data-original-width="750" height="243" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrHgAgMRUhYl2lSlUtvw-1hEUar_KaysMROFt9j04hBF3zAIG4MUM3yIdZWmZfg_jb3LKmEsdLJrzXovp5GaWDXdbfn53CK6-bZvbeQSLihLjMSBmH_E1kUXV53vEjpP2R5UvnKtqyqSwn/s320/DIY-Injury.jpg" width="320" /></a></p><br />Trying to reduce costs by tackling your own home improvement projects? A do-it-yourself project can be an empowering way to save money and put your own personal touch on your home, provided you know what you're doing. But making even one simple mistake could put a strain on your back or your bank account. Often, it's best to put safety first by planning ahead, taking extra precautions, or when needed save the job for a professional.<br /><br /><h3>Here are a few types of home improvement projects that are best left to the experts.</h3><br /><b>1. Plumbing or electrical projects</b><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEW-VYX0AL4WyjP7BxYhm0C-EI7GQZJEjdtVhafAnz8xd6zssTh-DYEsuIX8xjmWrqvbaz_2uWKOiPFwGKdnG-8av1Y6nYM4HQKBPs9xwbSgxrSsqddje1J6nT24hjAHWvPRyA1boZRuIy/s1600/DIY+Disaster.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="366" data-original-width="600" height="121" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEW-VYX0AL4WyjP7BxYhm0C-EI7GQZJEjdtVhafAnz8xd6zssTh-DYEsuIX8xjmWrqvbaz_2uWKOiPFwGKdnG-8av1Y6nYM4HQKBPs9xwbSgxrSsqddje1J6nT24hjAHWvPRyA1boZRuIy/s200/DIY+Disaster.jpg" width="200" /></a><b> </b><br />There's a reason these are skilled trades. Both systems are complex, no matter how straightforward a repair may initially appear. Even small leaks can cause serious water damage, and faulty electrical wiring can lead to a house fire. Don't risk flooding or electric shock. Leave these types of improvements to a plumber or an electrician to make sure these jobs are done right the first time.<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUNvafHiKNmhmB861q1Zro8oiXNaQRa8qVXT21Lp-owwwh7Oy5-fSRTWVRkhinSm4T4_x814M45g_-uRuObOVbI-ZEEosQXKPsRRrzOjGWtOpt7YrGlxzzRisEMdG5T0YG6oUAV_G5BkmZ/s1600/diy-disaster.gif" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="300" data-original-width="400" height="150" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUNvafHiKNmhmB861q1Zro8oiXNaQRa8qVXT21Lp-owwwh7Oy5-fSRTWVRkhinSm4T4_x814M45g_-uRuObOVbI-ZEEosQXKPsRRrzOjGWtOpt7YrGlxzzRisEMdG5T0YG6oUAV_G5BkmZ/s200/diy-disaster.gif" width="200" /></a><b>2. Renovations with possible code violations</b><br /><br />Structural changes require a licensed contractor. Not only can shoddy craftsmanship severely affect your home's value, but it can also put your family in danger. Accidentally removing a load-bearing wall, for example, could cause an entire room to collapse. Why take the risk?<br /><br /><br /><b>3. Repairs involving high heights</b><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkLQM2iDTkc3hIRD3T2LHuZ-VioSsXJiEPVg5IoSJ2NwtIO0njyLvgUHPnvnulbxTgb0uKeqyEd8oIwnzJkRUYRsaOOUx57bhEDFS0gfXIgYjnBw4aHm9TeSiGg9vy1Po4eZf6QqVdH_Fh/s1600/16621.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="173" data-original-width="300" height="115" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkLQM2iDTkc3hIRD3T2LHuZ-VioSsXJiEPVg5IoSJ2NwtIO0njyLvgUHPnvnulbxTgb0uKeqyEd8oIwnzJkRUYRsaOOUx57bhEDFS0gfXIgYjnBw4aHm9TeSiGg9vy1Po4eZf6QqVdH_Fh/s200/16621.jpg" width="200" /></a><br />More than 130,000 ladder-related injuries are treated in emergency rooms each year. Whether you're looking at a roof repair or trimming a tree, consider calling a professional before attempting to complete the job yourself.<br /><br /><br /><br />Remember, just because a DIY project looks simple doesn't necessarily mean it's safe. When in doubt err on the side of caution, plan ahead, and when needed leave it for a professional.<br /><br />Want to find a home improvement project that is truly DIY friendly? Try one of these wallet-friendly and easy DIY projects for a new look, added home value, or just the sprucing up you've been looking for.<br /><br /><h3>Here are some types of do it yourself home improvement projects that can be done safely with a little planning and knowledge. </h3><h3> </h3><b>1. </b><b>Save the popcorn for the movies</b><br /><br />What's on your ceiling? Few structural elements date a house more than popcorn ceilings. So dedicate some time to ditching the dated look and adding dollar signs to the value of your home. This is a project you can tackle yourself. <b>EZ Strip Popcorn Ceiling Remover</b> is the number one DIY friendly remover for painted drywall textures on our list find it here <a href="http://www.ezstrip.ca/buy-ez-strip/">http://www.ezstrip.ca/buy-ez-strip/</a> then simply scrape the popcorn away. Removing a popcorn ceiling may not seem like a big change but one of the keys for adding value to your home is to repair, replace or remove anything that could turn buyers away.<br /><br /><b>Here's a quick how to remove painted textures with EZ Strip! </b><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/lMv4igXgJDw" width="320" youtube-src-id="lMv4igXgJDw"></iframe></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="slideTitle" data-slide-id="5d00ad30-6357-40cf-98f0-cee3c0f0f607" data-slide-number="28"><b>2. Refinish your flooring </b></div><div class="slideTitle" data-slide-id="5d00ad30-6357-40cf-98f0-cee3c0f0f607" data-slide-number="28"><br /></div>Installing a new hardwood floor can be a big expensive project and require a professional. So refinish existing hardwood for a less time/cost-consuming project. No matter whether you decide to strip or sand your floors refinishing will always be more DIY friendly over replacing! Larger floor sanders can be rented from your local hardware store or if you chose to strip off that old tired finish be sure to use a safe stripper the number one DIY friendly remover on our list is <b>EZ Strip Paint & Varnish Remover</b> find it here <a href="http://www.ezstrip.ca/buy-ez-strip/">http://www.ezstrip.ca/buy-ez-strip/</a> once your old finish is off pick a new fresh color to give your home a high value upgrade!<br /><br /><b>Here's a quick how to refinish stairs with EZ Strip! </b><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/SSqFDxGAFMs" width="320" youtube-src-id="SSqFDxGAFMs"></iframe></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><b>3.</b> <b>Cleanliness counts</b><br /><br />Make the interior of you home shine from the moment someone walks through the door. Sometimes a top-to-bottom scrubbing is all your home really needs to change the look and feel of any room. Even if you clean your home regularly, there are nooks and crannies that you may miss or overlook. Do a room by room scan and tackle tough removal jobs like dried paint drips/permanent marker mistakes/stickers or tape glue residues/and more with safe cleaners that pack a punch, top on our DIY friendly remover list is <b>EZ Strip All Purpose Remover</b> to really make your home sparkle. Find it here <a href="http://www.ezstrip.ca/buy-ez-strip/">http://www.ezstrip.ca/buy-ez-strip/</a><br /><br /><b>Here's a quick removal how to with EZ Strip!</b><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="YOUTUBE-iframe-video" data-thumbnail-src="https://i.ytimg.com/vi/nZLKNcM_agU/0.jpg" frameborder="0" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/nZLKNcM_agU?feature=player_embedded" width="320"></iframe></div><br /><br /><b>4. Paint, paint, paint</b><br /><br />One of the simplest, most cost-effective DIY home improvements of all is paint! Freshly painted rooms look clean and updated — and that spells value. When selecting paint colors, the world is your oyster get that fresh new look with a DIY friendly paint project! For a longer lasting paint finish start right by prepping the surface.<div><br /></div><div><b>Here is a quick how to surface prep for paint with EZ Strip! </b><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/gwtyAWXtHwg" width="320" youtube-src-id="gwtyAWXtHwg"></iframe></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br />Easy DIY fixes can dramatically change the look or value of your home with a lot less cost but always plan ahead to make sure the project you take on is safe and truly DIY friendly! For more DIY friendly removal project ideas visit <a href="https://www.ezstrip.ca/how-to-remove/">https://www.ezstrip.ca/how-to-remove/</a> Thanks for reading!</div>EZ Strip Inchttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14775464194020898881noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7328039631552303671.post-42760498445786352662023-05-12T12:04:00.008-07:002023-05-12T12:33:59.649-07:00The EPA wants to broaden the ban on a deadly chemical on store shelves<p> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWgaSSvvVMy7cG24cOCw2ORKI0gXS-8hb1D2xVihjMXLeeY0syo6krbnJaO9CbzBPalDoLMk3flBSNqLcNqG3EBaMMNN9uGVEgQOM5A9fCZ2W7dehr91Wx0U_PWQsACfIsXrGVdPQUz9rKzfiPKMBHNzqcB5_r2BdMgnhGCuL5LgkuclBP684TEQPp/s1536/Methylene-Odenton-Ace-scaled.webp" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1152" data-original-width="1536" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWgaSSvvVMy7cG24cOCw2ORKI0gXS-8hb1D2xVihjMXLeeY0syo6krbnJaO9CbzBPalDoLMk3flBSNqLcNqG3EBaMMNN9uGVEgQOM5A9fCZ2W7dehr91Wx0U_PWQsACfIsXrGVdPQUz9rKzfiPKMBHNzqcB5_r2BdMgnhGCuL5LgkuclBP684TEQPp/w400-h300/Methylene-Odenton-Ace-scaled.webp" width="400" /></a></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4sScTt96ydEdCz4rB-1fTSkPKEQKAdyrmvQpxAW8mgBBUY--2KRZA9PgbaUykkIJulzVMPoADPE0VKRnVkx1lobJ6yoo4XyYR3jSyZ2_zXEA5C2dR3p06gis8Y_GtNhTwvpa6qqefpu8RTYTnZYbK7XWpUtq1km3Q6Gf3VX7d7C8sIZZsT47mb3fG/s800/d41586-020-03585-7_18684266.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="800" height="113" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4sScTt96ydEdCz4rB-1fTSkPKEQKAdyrmvQpxAW8mgBBUY--2KRZA9PgbaUykkIJulzVMPoADPE0VKRnVkx1lobJ6yoo4XyYR3jSyZ2_zXEA5C2dR3p06gis8Y_GtNhTwvpa6qqefpu8RTYTnZYbK7XWpUtq1km3Q6Gf3VX7d7C8sIZZsT47mb3fG/w200-h113/d41586-020-03585-7_18684266.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><span> </span>The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency originally banned the ingredient methylene chloride also known as dichloromethane from consumer use products in 2019. You could find this ingredient before the ban in common consumer products like automotive cleaners and paint strippers. These products can be easily bought without any extra measures taken by retailers to ensure their safe use, although they do include warning labels and usage information. This led to multiple consumer use injuries including severe skin burns, loss of consciousness, and in extreme cases even death. Sadly, at least 85 people have died from<br />methylene chloride since 1980.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWX2eAuu3EExGHQ0VmyB3F5b2AxXEi1o56N2aM2Nm07z6NzsI8PDbQJ5dWXKTFscuXyq3uUz0xully0cIz4vFaUOC5QZdyRt60xqNrw2fKaKQnNeXDL6zYwC-LSDc3wgdohVc0qRXAGVP-k9NgsUvtlMrLx1Zy9919xo_k5TYMupOWe3KnSwwzvllO/s800/tc.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" height="150" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWX2eAuu3EExGHQ0VmyB3F5b2AxXEi1o56N2aM2Nm07z6NzsI8PDbQJ5dWXKTFscuXyq3uUz0xully0cIz4vFaUOC5QZdyRt60xqNrw2fKaKQnNeXDL6zYwC-LSDc3wgdohVc0qRXAGVP-k9NgsUvtlMrLx1Zy9919xo_k5TYMupOWe3KnSwwzvllO/w200-h150/tc.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><div style="text-align: right;"><span style="text-align: left;">While the legislation initially focused on consumer use within the United States, <span style="color: red;">other countries such as Canada took a similar approach at the retailer level by refusing to stock products containing methylene chloride on their shelves</span>. This was done in order to safeguard their customers from potential harm. </span></div><div style="text-align: right;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span> </span><b>Unfortunately, workers weren’t protected by the restrictions. </b></div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipFExi6Mc88HPODp2tNAHM37xZK-4fUYowfn6VNbyW5f1co6UPbb4ZXbF_G9R2qWiZrP1LbqZmAlrC0A8adKx6q_jvU--m0Q-7wVxLLvwWyUriVqX7tRel7hHaqzSb9U25xZsGTmC2z_c20k68sKCAQMNdJ5JygohIgFLCHcs3LKZjFvQ3Bt18aQot/s643/bathtub.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="524" data-original-width="643" height="163" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipFExi6Mc88HPODp2tNAHM37xZK-4fUYowfn6VNbyW5f1co6UPbb4ZXbF_G9R2qWiZrP1LbqZmAlrC0A8adKx6q_jvU--m0Q-7wVxLLvwWyUriVqX7tRel7hHaqzSb9U25xZsGTmC2z_c20k68sKCAQMNdJ5JygohIgFLCHcs3LKZjFvQ3Bt18aQot/w200-h163/bathtub.jpg" width="200" /></a></div> And the vast majority of injuries and deaths could be traced to methylene chloride exposure on the job. Now the EPA is proposing to ban most uses of methylene chloride — still with some on-the-job exceptions, but far fewer. The <a href="https://www.epa.gov/system/files/documents/2023-04/PrePubCopy_8155-02_Methylene-Chloride_TSCA-6a_NPRM_20230419_EPA_ADMIN.pdf">proposed rule</a> would prohibit methylene chloride in <span style="color: red;">all</span> consumer products and <span style="color: red;">most</span> industrial and commercial uses. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpEBYG5l2GDaqGaQ7L_FWnr_4g0yNR5wJplCbDBVmRnPLQVFOuo2X6pwj21E3_yqhtIv8qjxKMyWaIG2uUF5eVoJqJVLs4Beqj44V0kx02vigmLRX_xQQC-aWvC139QqJ36l5_Zyg1VncBAKcT2RE_MY2e2XUumneq3p-ll-tche2lTE9yRloAyGH9/s1400/GettyImages_814989712_copy.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="788" data-original-width="1400" height="113" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpEBYG5l2GDaqGaQ7L_FWnr_4g0yNR5wJplCbDBVmRnPLQVFOuo2X6pwj21E3_yqhtIv8qjxKMyWaIG2uUF5eVoJqJVLs4Beqj44V0kx02vigmLRX_xQQC-aWvC139QqJ36l5_Zyg1VncBAKcT2RE_MY2e2XUumneq3p-ll-tche2lTE9yRloAyGH9/w200-h113/GettyImages_814989712_copy.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><span> </span>Beyond the health concerns for consumers and workers, we are seeing a growing concern for the environment surrounding methylene chloride as well. Levels of methylene chloride appear to be rapidly increasing in the stratosphere, threatening to delay the return to normal of the ozone layer. The ozone layer has been recovering slowly since the Montreal Protocol (1987) banned CFC gases. In 1987, an international agreement was signed to gradually eliminate CFC gases (used in refrigeration and aerosols), responsible for the famous “hole” in this gaseous layer. CFCs have thus been replaced by HFCs (which, however, help to warm the planet).</div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQhtfE9eIkbD3VpWnUIfUi1X19BP667g1cXC573AIVY9AuVawKhAQBp6AqOxzUyu3apGhePK6yPJeaUJUQt2IpVVYgHCx3YBsdedBm5W76yWX7TUQIDYjn_EunsiwGCumo4vB4SA0jGyZmYwG6f0HPQR_XZa8yTl_ZOWOCBUUb4iPDX7EvPS-_n_a7/s960/image.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" height="113" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQhtfE9eIkbD3VpWnUIfUi1X19BP667g1cXC573AIVY9AuVawKhAQBp6AqOxzUyu3apGhePK6yPJeaUJUQt2IpVVYgHCx3YBsdedBm5W76yWX7TUQIDYjn_EunsiwGCumo4vB4SA0jGyZmYwG6f0HPQR_XZa8yTl_ZOWOCBUUb4iPDX7EvPS-_n_a7/w200-h113/image.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><span> </span>Scientists have already expressed concerns about the impact of certain volatile compounds, such as methylene chloride. A recent study aims to assess the harm caused by this product. According to the research, the concentration of methylene chloride in the stratosphere has nearly doubled since 2004. Grant Allen, an atmospheric physicist at the University of Manchester, emphasized the urgency to take immediate action to prevent the release of this chemical into the atmosphere. He stated, "If we wish to preserve the progress made over the past three decades through commendable scientific and political efforts, which undoubtedly have saved numerous lives, we must act now."</div><div><br /></div><div><h3><b>Protect as many people as possible</b></h3><div><br /></div><div><span> </span>Liz Hitchcock, the director of Safer Chemicals Healthy Families and a member of Toxic-Free Future, has been tirelessly working for years to halt the harmful effects caused by methylene chloride. She enthusiastically welcomed the announcement of the proposed ban as a significant milestone. If implemented, the ban would prohibit the use of methylene chloride in various applications such as commercial and industrial vapor degreasing, adhesive removal, textile finishing products, liquid lubricants, hobby glue, and numerous other uses.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfREXDo-HRl8Z4P50G38afeJh_G32JDU9xMrBJBIY97BE3C-s1u1as0W2TB3YpcOg-Q2-9WQlXy7-E8tozTj8dsmz5HAEhHYqcciZvMiARcpYa8E0fjkEjTcnxKidSGGbA5s4zy7J2UFDPj5zYwEoXi68TA6ilGP7GqJB0OkbNgtu2O8eZ_wnXV26r/s780/Methylene-Lauren-and-Joshua-Atkins-in-Louisville.webp" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="518" data-original-width="780" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfREXDo-HRl8Z4P50G38afeJh_G32JDU9xMrBJBIY97BE3C-s1u1as0W2TB3YpcOg-Q2-9WQlXy7-E8tozTj8dsmz5HAEhHYqcciZvMiARcpYa8E0fjkEjTcnxKidSGGbA5s4zy7J2UFDPj5zYwEoXi68TA6ilGP7GqJB0OkbNgtu2O8eZ_wnXV26r/w400-h266/Methylene-Lauren-and-Joshua-Atkins-in-Louisville.webp" width="400" /></a><span style="font-size: x-small;"> </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Photo courtesy of </span><span style="font-size: small;">Lauren Atkins</span></div><br /><div><span> </span>Joshua Atkins and his mother, Lauren, at a park in Louisville, Kentucky, in 2011. Joshua Atkins died in 2018 at 31 while refinishing his BMX bike with a product containing methylene chloride. </div><div><br /></div><div><span> </span>“Currently, an estimated 845,000 individuals are exposed to methylene chloride in the workplace,” the EPA said in a statement. “Under EPA’s proposal, less than 10,000 workers, protected from unreasonable risk via a required workplace chemical protection program, are expected to continue to use methylene chloride.”</div></div><div><b><br /></b></div><h3><b>What can you do?</b></h3><div><br /></div><div><div><span> </span>The EPA said it hopes the rule will take effect in August 2024. Federal rules must go through a set process to give the public a chance to influence the final outcome. If an agency receives a “Petition for Rulemaking” from a member of the public, it may decide to announce the petition in the Federal Register and accept public comments on the issue. An agency that is in the preliminary stages of rulemaking may publish an “Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking” in the Federal Register to get more information. The Advance Notice is a formal invitation to participate in shaping the proposed rule and starts the notice‐and‐comment process in motion. Anyone interested (individuals and groups) may respond to the Advance Notice by submitting comments aimed at developing and improving the draft proposal or by recommending against issuing a rule.</div><div><br /></div></div><p><span> </span>Methylene chloride can still be found in products on retail shelves as aerosol degreasers and brush cleaners for paints and coatings. Adhesives and sealants sold for commercial purposes use it. And manufacturers tap it to make other chemicals. Making personal purchase decisions to use safer alternatives can keep this chemical out of your home and reduce your impact on the environment. One company that has been manufacturing safer methylene chloride-free paint stripping products for over a decade is <a href="https://www.ezstrip.ca/">EZ Strip</a>. Use your purchase power to reduce harmful chemicals like methylene chloride in your home!</p><h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJYafEvRIKvHa51DCFMuF2ucxPDJ7RsUtF0e4nR1V_05A0ILfD-u2GnqrgC_cTYAyJyCD479Ys3-MtSf0yLD2Bro3eInHCsd1PIbcbLqtRUF9Qihc38zPXSFwNZBmfi0rdzreNOoaj9bDHsX2fyaeWTwJQCIGsdFih93l1YwvQIBwIftjA-zp3eeE5lQ/s273/ez%20dog%20logo%20pic.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="273" data-original-width="272" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJYafEvRIKvHa51DCFMuF2ucxPDJ7RsUtF0e4nR1V_05A0ILfD-u2GnqrgC_cTYAyJyCD479Ys3-MtSf0yLD2Bro3eInHCsd1PIbcbLqtRUF9Qihc38zPXSFwNZBmfi0rdzreNOoaj9bDHsX2fyaeWTwJQCIGsdFih93l1YwvQIBwIftjA-zp3eeE5lQ/w199-h200/ez%20dog%20logo%20pic.jpg" width="199" /></a></div><br />Thanks for reading! If you liked this be sure to subscribe to the <br /><a href="https://ezstripblog.blogspot.com/">EZ Strip Blog</a> today!<br /></h4>EZ Strip Inchttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14775464194020898881noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7328039631552303671.post-27968031647455788512023-01-13T09:29:00.007-08:002023-01-13T10:21:43.597-08:00House Hold Cleaner Hazards & Indoor Air Quality<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLvqm1MdWswdU_pMhTMyrjIPQvtLdyE-XaxoCYq1UCkfqfCiAbJTQdYp2kNs6nHZMwSvoHj7g6XFrDvJoZOtHa-5LSOum2i5wM6qrDGF-GBHu6jGN5H2B8q3hFkbMBNSND0WL-8pL--UM8RmHJtzclhKc9ycrmUnpNgj4hqtcfda4VLXgze9eP04oW5A/s500/79627709.webp" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="375" data-original-width="500" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLvqm1MdWswdU_pMhTMyrjIPQvtLdyE-XaxoCYq1UCkfqfCiAbJTQdYp2kNs6nHZMwSvoHj7g6XFrDvJoZOtHa-5LSOum2i5wM6qrDGF-GBHu6jGN5H2B8q3hFkbMBNSND0WL-8pL--UM8RmHJtzclhKc9ycrmUnpNgj4hqtcfda4VLXgze9eP04oW5A/w400-h300/79627709.webp" width="400" /></a></div><h4 style="text-align: left;">Keeping your home clean is one of the most important ways to assure healthy indoor air quality. However, the use of some cleaning products and heavy-duty removers may actually increase indoor air pollution. Fortunately, you can take simple steps to reduce or eliminate the production of these pollutants.</h4><div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiM6L_IMGgFZl8ZchILLqrtMRaXnTs_es_6gPVS6K3ZDewRHX5suOEPY3fI8aEV7OiBQhgPXMLv9iBIbibpheNr4lw4XL-lS7lZHcILrK5GyspyIFP1wv7DV5q9qYK-VWaJD86Qy0_gPx0KYSdUvTX8ZYlBuA63BHJ661U3OTRxgJJ3VogHhRdwvpWvhg/s464/vocs.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="122" data-original-width="464" height="84" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiM6L_IMGgFZl8ZchILLqrtMRaXnTs_es_6gPVS6K3ZDewRHX5suOEPY3fI8aEV7OiBQhgPXMLv9iBIbibpheNr4lw4XL-lS7lZHcILrK5GyspyIFP1wv7DV5q9qYK-VWaJD86Qy0_gPx0KYSdUvTX8ZYlBuA63BHJ661U3OTRxgJJ3VogHhRdwvpWvhg/w295-h84/vocs.jpg" width="295" /></a></div>Many cleaning supplies or household products can irritate your eyes or throat and even cause headaches along with other health problems. Some products release dangerous chemicals, including volatile organic compounds (VOCs). </div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">What Are VOCs? <br /></h3><div>VOCs are chemicals that vaporize at room temperature that can enter the body through inhaling. If you have ever cut into a lemon and enjoyed the fresh scent, then you've experienced a natural VOC firsthand! The problem with VOCs is not all are as harmless as a lemon. </div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYfwkBFOBhDoOODqonhcxrKSz9p63wU16itQp7Jc3r0L5-InLtJIOCGoK0FBriNoGd3lypbaDb4RCayeeuLXCpMPHC-xE0cmTC5b7mR18yCad6y69VH-o-OAassYrEb4Qmv8NIMaLpnbU0Owl2OMO-n8zdiphOKAZwY_dqdNMj5j-O6NKkcrLnUbB3gA/s940/GettyImages-474079230use-aa9dc63.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="529" data-original-width="940" height="113" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYfwkBFOBhDoOODqonhcxrKSz9p63wU16itQp7Jc3r0L5-InLtJIOCGoK0FBriNoGd3lypbaDb4RCayeeuLXCpMPHC-xE0cmTC5b7mR18yCad6y69VH-o-OAassYrEb4Qmv8NIMaLpnbU0Owl2OMO-n8zdiphOKAZwY_dqdNMj5j-O6NKkcrLnUbB3gA/w200-h113/GettyImages-474079230use-aa9dc63.jpg" width="200" /></a></div></h3><h3 style="text-align: left;"><br /></h3>Cleaning supplies and household products containing VOCs and other toxic substances can include, but are not limited to:</div><h4 style="text-align: left;"><br /></h4><h4 style="text-align: left;"><br /></h4><h4 style="text-align: left;"><br /></h4><h4 style="text-align: left;">Aerosol Spray Removal Products</h4><p>Cleaners or removers that come in pressurized cans release tiny particles at high speed. This makes it easy to apply but also very easily absorbed by your lungs. Some more toxic VOCs found in pressurized glass and floor cleaners are toluene and formaldehyde. </p><h4 style="text-align: left;">Fragrances </h4><p>An increasing number of people are reporting allergic reactions to fragrances and scents. Avoid air fresheners or heavily scented products. It's time to change our expectations of what clean smells like. A clean space shouldn't have any smell at all! </p><h4 style="text-align: left;">Chlorine Bleach</h4><p>Commonly found in many brand name household products should be used with caution as they can off gas harmful chemicals. Only use in well ventilated areas and never mix bleach or any bleach-containing product with any cleaner containing ammonia. The gases created from this combination can lead to chronic breathing problems and even death.</p><h4 style="text-align: left;">Oven Cleaners</h4><p>A common toxic ingredient found in many ‘off the shelf’ oven cleaners is sodium hydroxide. The chemical more commonly known as caustic soda can cause irritation to the eyes and throat, irritate the lungs triggering an asthma attack or cause chronic asthma, and cause severe skin burns. </p><h4 style="text-align: left;">Furniture Refinishing Products </h4><p>Furniture refinishing products commonly contain a high VOC percentage and are among the most toxic products used in homes and workshops! The active ingredients in most common refinishing products are organic solvents which may damage the skin, eyes, respiratory tract, nervous system, and internal organs. Special precautions must be taken in their use, especially if there are children present who might come in contact with either the material or its vapors. Use safer alternatives whenever possible. </p><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMXH5E39V4HNvt-4wrLJqLXqLtweKpPywWN8-9V3fVv6wYHL1NdHlAonMkcXmKqvs0D6lGHlOXr7Qct0_AKb5AHtxceOuLNPM9f7hJx80p0-MXyAASd9VckW4QY41TztJQ7OBzwNgMtOnzMkx6KAvBGKt3tbGu_y3GZzkn7P9d3LtOzsGLMlSovMLhIw/s512/5726532.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="512" data-original-width="512" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMXH5E39V4HNvt-4wrLJqLXqLtweKpPywWN8-9V3fVv6wYHL1NdHlAonMkcXmKqvs0D6lGHlOXr7Qct0_AKb5AHtxceOuLNPM9f7hJx80p0-MXyAASd9VckW4QY41TztJQ7OBzwNgMtOnzMkx6KAvBGKt3tbGu_y3GZzkn7P9d3LtOzsGLMlSovMLhIw/w200-h200/5726532.png" width="200" /></a></div>What Precautions Can I Take When Using Cleaning & Removal Products? <br /></h3><p>The most crucial step, is always to read the label. There may be specific requirements, chemicals you cannot use alongside, or surfaces which the product may ruin if you do not read the instructions. Make more informed purchase decisions when buying cleaners and removers. Look for products marked low VOC, fragrance or bleach free, choose products devoid of irritants and flammables. </p><p>Check the Safety Data Sheet (often available with a quick online search) on any product you plan to use before you buy. Always follow safety recommendations, dispose of them appropriately and use common sense. If you are concerned because you have small children or chemical sensitivities, consider alternative products with tested and proven science to back them up.</p><h4 style="text-align: left;">Safe Cleaning & Removal Options</h4><p>Many find making your own cleaners with varying combinations of tried and true old standards like baking soda, lemon juice, vinegar, sea salt, and more are the safest cleaning alternatives. Truly safe removal alternatives are available as well. One of the safest chemicals in removal products proving to be an effective substitute in removers for refinishing and even oven cleaning is dibasic esters. They are non-flammable, water-soluble, low VOC, readily biodegradable, non-corrosive, and have a mild, fruity odor. One company that is utilizing these innovative chemicals with world-patented technology is EZ Strip.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjs92w_GOHcaYpdfgFOT__rHoeZtdkQzQrrkKBhmFnuXkx9NrDvP_AFSTf85jC0WbPCrhpnPth2sYWdzfP17B2i9-VhRyK5H7jWIkfw3mMoJjDdy6Ul7qvMIhmTjmby-229GioiE3V4kL3R_DWVpqisRzbGmMmRDXrlO8QrAUBLgtYYJzRdC34epA_xiA/s600/Paint%20Splatter%20Logo.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="600" height="169" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjs92w_GOHcaYpdfgFOT__rHoeZtdkQzQrrkKBhmFnuXkx9NrDvP_AFSTf85jC0WbPCrhpnPth2sYWdzfP17B2i9-VhRyK5H7jWIkfw3mMoJjDdy6Ul7qvMIhmTjmby-229GioiE3V4kL3R_DWVpqisRzbGmMmRDXrlO8QrAUBLgtYYJzRdC34epA_xiA/w169-h169/Paint%20Splatter%20Logo.jpg" width="169" /></a></div><br />Visit <a href="https://www.ezstrip.ca/">EZstrip.ca</a> today for safe alternatives to heavy-duty removers! Your home's indoor air quality can greatly affect you and your family's health so make informed choices regarding the cleaning and refinishing products you bring into your home. Your family will thank you!<p></p><div><br /></div>EZ Strip Inchttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14775464194020898881noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7328039631552303671.post-70717665250613651172022-10-03T14:30:00.005-07:002022-10-05T14:41:34.351-07:00A Fresh Look At Old Furniture<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2BgNeSzch1p92MoXDoYn1aEOXi6UJcsa7aERG10jxdRbPsqAg3cKSRNk4ffPEqV4l1upBZ21tuBkgWk_oUnSaemDhFa6Ya7QG3-xGFd59kYOvm7JTOJAKxx4HnMrtuP6ePgS48FUxBtOjd4KIsT-W8B6NVqFYwlbKENI72u-OcJInf5hmyUTwZK_uJA/s400/20210810_220610278_iOS.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="400" data-original-width="300" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2BgNeSzch1p92MoXDoYn1aEOXi6UJcsa7aERG10jxdRbPsqAg3cKSRNk4ffPEqV4l1upBZ21tuBkgWk_oUnSaemDhFa6Ya7QG3-xGFd59kYOvm7JTOJAKxx4HnMrtuP6ePgS48FUxBtOjd4KIsT-W8B6NVqFYwlbKENI72u-OcJInf5hmyUTwZK_uJA/s320/20210810_220610278_iOS.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p>In many cases, you can bring a piece of old furniture back to life with minimal effort. Cleaning, restoring, and refinishing old furniture can greatly increase the value of a piece. Unless of course, the item is a masterpiece of antique furniture or finished with a hand-painted technique!</p><p>Sometimes, a once-over cleaning and a little bit of glue to hold the joints together securely will do a world of good before you consider any major changes to the original finish. When a piece has been neglected for decades, it’s tough to tell what it will look like once it’s refinished. To get an idea of what your piece will look like refinished, find a protected spot where the original wood is visible. Make sure that you like the look of the grain and that you understand what color will come out with in the end — old wood often finishes much darker than newly milled wood.</p><p>Once you have an idea for the final finished look you want, the possibilities are endless to reinvent, repurpose, and refinish old furniture. An important thing to note with furniture refinishing is when using chemicals, safer options are available and highly recommended. Here are some great refinishing ideas done with DIY-friendly removal options from <a href="http://www.ezstrip.ca/">EZ Strip</a>. </p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Restored Walnut Vintage Sideboard Credenza </h3><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlkGNFP8Z9zA6csLux17ygd4zorQQRpua5n-xBbv59HGq3RE7KU_I39ru__MYc7mKX8WycnbkafMrsUSRA9e9oA-cptiaTtF0wsFR_vVp53BrtPAqgU4cRJeIyAWawKM-mbb3LgYmxevVTNv2YNOFqRf-zKY0TN7lSQkezcQ3KKMBfqymK8m2RebPe7Q/s800/20220312_192649220_iOS.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="600" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlkGNFP8Z9zA6csLux17ygd4zorQQRpua5n-xBbv59HGq3RE7KU_I39ru__MYc7mKX8WycnbkafMrsUSRA9e9oA-cptiaTtF0wsFR_vVp53BrtPAqgU4cRJeIyAWawKM-mbb3LgYmxevVTNv2YNOFqRf-zKY0TN7lSQkezcQ3KKMBfqymK8m2RebPe7Q/s320/20220312_192649220_iOS.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><p><a href="https://creativemoments10.blogspot.com/2022/03/restored-walnut-vintage-sideboard.html">https://creativemoments10.blogspot.com/2022/03/restored-walnut-vintage-sideboard.html</a><br /></p><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">New Love Found With This French Provincial Dresser</h3><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyYnuE5WuVq5sJUxpHW7RNlHbZgrAIgDsC9LaqIiXfeLluib8AS9Lf_iCKAJo2DWNOOhr5-DiDxJH2yoMha0bPwxX3Wq4AVx0z9kMdtUdX4CYYuuL7nCdXV1R71pASF9bJt2UMcXK4SoSpSFf36ix5ePTqu8a8viz5whKGn0aMJJ612jPV0Y3p8xDXKQ/s400/20220305_171453367_iOS.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="400" data-original-width="300" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyYnuE5WuVq5sJUxpHW7RNlHbZgrAIgDsC9LaqIiXfeLluib8AS9Lf_iCKAJo2DWNOOhr5-DiDxJH2yoMha0bPwxX3Wq4AVx0z9kMdtUdX4CYYuuL7nCdXV1R71pASF9bJt2UMcXK4SoSpSFf36ix5ePTqu8a8viz5whKGn0aMJJ612jPV0Y3p8xDXKQ/s320/20220305_171453367_iOS.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><p><a href="https://creativemoments10.blogspot.com/2022/03/french-provincial-dresser-restored-lots.html">https://creativemoments10.blogspot.com/2022/03/french-provincial-dresser-restored-lots.html</a><br /></p><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Antique Walnut Dresser Reinvented </h3><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSZbo0r9aTxwK3XbfXQR3oZzDzQdvH4oacMGCUTdJeLSAhAGN8jM1za7XNoNo16CsGhGmX80oDsVtxCTtfJA2gBc80W0yHIMRh8GSGkuM74uRPc1eBooZ5K5ZtQ0_uHSk6QaabObO2_Ari48wTt5Jpf7xYTDx-sriHJ-hAzlLscugguEZECaiFGA1iwg/s400/20211223_213513616_iOS.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="400" data-original-width="300" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSZbo0r9aTxwK3XbfXQR3oZzDzQdvH4oacMGCUTdJeLSAhAGN8jM1za7XNoNo16CsGhGmX80oDsVtxCTtfJA2gBc80W0yHIMRh8GSGkuM74uRPc1eBooZ5K5ZtQ0_uHSk6QaabObO2_Ari48wTt5Jpf7xYTDx-sriHJ-hAzlLscugguEZECaiFGA1iwg/s320/20211223_213513616_iOS.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://creativemoments10.blogspot.com/2022/01/walnut-and-black-antique-dresser.html">https://creativemoments10.blogspot.com/2022/01/walnut-and-black-antique-dresser.html</a></div><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Scandinavian Inspired Dresser Makeover </h3><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyRgihFGLO2OQ9mm6W7y9mSNoTLb1bqlX-HhRWOY5uZppjbhFjCtIkMjOB_oMwQwlGWCluLAXokFy3B7sz7utDnEeVCA9xE43vCRo6PSzMy-MktDQ9uDOkMBB6N3lCiYX358aqCiBnVy-5MGj0KZQs4vgXCx3xupsMlbISUJg_eZvwGQsbI2K1SrpMkQ/s400/20210726_152256796_iOS.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="400" data-original-width="400" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyRgihFGLO2OQ9mm6W7y9mSNoTLb1bqlX-HhRWOY5uZppjbhFjCtIkMjOB_oMwQwlGWCluLAXokFy3B7sz7utDnEeVCA9xE43vCRo6PSzMy-MktDQ9uDOkMBB6N3lCiYX358aqCiBnVy-5MGj0KZQs4vgXCx3xupsMlbISUJg_eZvwGQsbI2K1SrpMkQ/s320/20210726_152256796_iOS.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://creativemoments10.blogspot.com/2021/09/scandinavian-inspired-dresser-makeover.html">https://creativemoments10.blogspot.com/2021/09/scandinavian-inspired-dresser-makeover.html</a></div>EZ Strip Inchttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14775464194020898881noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7328039631552303671.post-23767681320624442922022-07-04T10:08:00.001-07:002022-07-04T10:08:15.143-07:00Top 10 Awesome DIY Paint Projects You Can do This Weekend<p>Nothing makes a weekend more enjoyable than adding a great DIY project to make your favorite room pop! Introducing a splash of color or a new design feature can really change the whole feel of a home. If you are in need of some inspiration or are just looking for touch of dimension, take a look at these top 10 DIY paint projects.</p><p style="text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZDYkKaCrVAe7DYXXP_qyXxodHB7SzQHRi-FuJmGQKwehfLqCPVURnmMNiJV_EdjgL5AEzCNwcQU7qb59s0sP3De9M12TRblyIkPlYUFVW6CeaWQ0ZGuHIuwLgKcBPC5VQ98Lwhx7WzMI/s1000/61UIqvx0bML._AC_SL1000_.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="1000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZDYkKaCrVAe7DYXXP_qyXxodHB7SzQHRi-FuJmGQKwehfLqCPVURnmMNiJV_EdjgL5AEzCNwcQU7qb59s0sP3De9M12TRblyIkPlYUFVW6CeaWQ0ZGuHIuwLgKcBPC5VQ98Lwhx7WzMI/s320/61UIqvx0bML._AC_SL1000_.jpg" /></a></div><h3 style="clear: both;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><span style="color: #6fa8dc;">01</span></b> <span style="color: #6fa8dc;">Say Hello to Stencils</span></span></h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">If you're ready to make a style statement with your accent wall, consider using a wall stencil to add a bit of depth into your accent wall. A wall stencil DIY project gives you complete control of choosing your favorite design and paint colors with an end result everyone will love! There are many simple DIY paint projects that creates big changes with a little bit of paint. To pull your room's design together, repeat your accent wall pattern with a matching area rug or pillow fabrics.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnALnGc5-wPWVqD0xtCIcs-0WkwGy4KolpTS8IPy3FeHM-qDD0PHXQlQqeM_6HRpnbE4ns6ySCxzb9WozwB7T2kb-rw0jm5weloiw760-XLIwXP47w8BYhW1bDacNFQFeiYwOtQLSkFJ0/s2048/ae7704c054f66882a8d36622ce54b038.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1840" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnALnGc5-wPWVqD0xtCIcs-0WkwGy4KolpTS8IPy3FeHM-qDD0PHXQlQqeM_6HRpnbE4ns6ySCxzb9WozwB7T2kb-rw0jm5weloiw760-XLIwXP47w8BYhW1bDacNFQFeiYwOtQLSkFJ0/s320/ae7704c054f66882a8d36622ce54b038.jpg" /></a></div><h3 style="clear: both;"><b style="font-size: xx-large;"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><span>02</span><span> In With the Old, Out With the New</span></span></b></h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Even the most beautiful old furniture can benefit from a color makeover. If you have a piece of furniture that you love but are seriously wondering if it still fits your style, try this DIY paint update project. The key to a stunning paint makeover is adding a pop of unexpected color. For a hutch or buffet, painted shelves in a bold color are highlighted by a more serious color on the outside. A bookcase can be updated by painting the inside back or interior shelves with a pop of color. For a longer lasting paint job, safely strip existing coating first to ensure you are receiving the best results. You can count on <a href="https://www.ezstrip.ca/shop/paint-varnish-stripper/">EZ Strip Paint & Varnish Stripper</a> to get the removal job done quickly and efficiently! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2MVXf5S6Ltl7-ttd5THW6mDaO8J60t0AMUlr46Nb6pFgbcJ8xotmDZvyT9Lp91uHAkOxvi7BP3lWr1FDRT1YYF1or92wkv3bWgo8b5mFW_5AH_o6CVpxK9GpgMiPB93-uLuQ4Bz9VE-w/s720/painted-ceiling-4-1576531885.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="480" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2MVXf5S6Ltl7-ttd5THW6mDaO8J60t0AMUlr46Nb6pFgbcJ8xotmDZvyT9Lp91uHAkOxvi7BP3lWr1FDRT1YYF1or92wkv3bWgo8b5mFW_5AH_o6CVpxK9GpgMiPB93-uLuQ4Bz9VE-w/w266-h400/painted-ceiling-4-1576531885.jpg" width="266" /></a></div><h3 style="clear: both;"><b style="font-size: xx-large;"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><span>03</span><span> Just a Splash</span></span></b></h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Painting over your plain white ceiling is a subtle way to add color to any room. Dining and living rooms are the perfect spots for ceiling color, especially with a trayed ceiling or decorative molding that separates the new paint color from the walls. Though painting your ceiling can be a DIY painting project, make sure you have the right tools and patience to complete your project!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIPQwq0xX4GCQX9y6MtIQZaKmnV7iZdF0C7hs8k9xejK_gk-wRX1RHf6kh1hYYQxZI8oCqPja7ar5nc5oUepkxqcigu5uoy5eMCvAuu1GKRhId8D0FJQ_Zick_nF2i0Gg0X1pn6uRFyKM/s1160/sketch-pad-project-57392a803df78c6bb03d86a1.webp" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="938" data-original-width="1160" height="324" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIPQwq0xX4GCQX9y6MtIQZaKmnV7iZdF0C7hs8k9xejK_gk-wRX1RHf6kh1hYYQxZI8oCqPja7ar5nc5oUepkxqcigu5uoy5eMCvAuu1GKRhId8D0FJQ_Zick_nF2i0Gg0X1pn6uRFyKM/w400-h324/sketch-pad-project-57392a803df78c6bb03d86a1.webp" width="400" /></a></div><h3 style="clear: both;"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><b style="font-size: xx-large;">04 Let's Add Some Fun</b></span></h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Dry Erase Paint will give you unlimited color options for a DIY writing and drawing surface in your home. Any kitchen, home office, or studio would be the perfect spot for a colorful dry-erase surface to help you stay organized or be more creative. Turn a piece of furniture, a section of your wall or door, into a colorful dry-erase board with just a few coats of paint. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjv2VRUvX_AC3FxNoakWNT-gMBUXfTYhzERFgc1N9u04x1qZ7M6VUFlc3E-3nziDQZbhjnRHcdv3JYMwNt70d00gVBSBOuBSHyhH9YIZ7HlKfOU8V5f2e6S7vHNK5k5odkPcUBvtIe6_uQ/s1500/chalkboard-paint-The-Paint-People.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="1500" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjv2VRUvX_AC3FxNoakWNT-gMBUXfTYhzERFgc1N9u04x1qZ7M6VUFlc3E-3nziDQZbhjnRHcdv3JYMwNt70d00gVBSBOuBSHyhH9YIZ7HlKfOU8V5f2e6S7vHNK5k5odkPcUBvtIe6_uQ/w400-h266/chalkboard-paint-The-Paint-People.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><h3 style="clear: both;"><b style="font-size: xx-large;"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;">05 Chalk It Out</span></b> </h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Imagine the possibilities for your home when you try a chalkboard paint DIY project. Chalkboard paint can be used on walls, inside cabinet doors, and even on furniture. With the advances in chalkboard paint, you can now get it in most paint colors too!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvbDrB0IYGwSQvr2Ovb4Xsy1ZL74QAgcJjVclrHiMKrrFkONLPtm1RMro8-CXX1fkBj4PKrj521GMKtcL8u-EeigNX-_ITc0_toegGhpbxcPlYk1uzzt6Rw6tvhxsoh9S6TBVV5_QO78g/s640/home-design.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvbDrB0IYGwSQvr2Ovb4Xsy1ZL74QAgcJjVclrHiMKrrFkONLPtm1RMro8-CXX1fkBj4PKrj521GMKtcL8u-EeigNX-_ITc0_toegGhpbxcPlYk1uzzt6Rw6tvhxsoh9S6TBVV5_QO78g/w400-h300/home-design.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><h3 style="clear: both;"><b style="font-size: xx-large;"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;">06 Bright and Bold</span></b> </h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Updating your front door with a bright paint color is the top curb appeal booster for your home. Front door color inspiration can come from your garden, your home's architectural style, or your interior décor. Once you've chosen your color, you'll want to make sure you have the tools and the instructions for this DIY project before you begin. For a longer-lasting paint job, safely strip existing coatings first! My favorite safer stripper is <a href="https://www.ezstrip.ca/shop/paint-varnish-stripper/">EZ Strip Paint & Varnish Stripper</a>!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhr2BHfTWTUE98EJV5-vIgx_j3idkCIIH1XW5ctKUg1iM-lNCvWbx4m6IqXl1p8-lcH562VRfOJ07EZ7Z4PDSKNrJ30mkU4J2GPLsEPBcipct-BlcEHD3lhXezxUd3w7pLhc9CFfC8HYEA/s1326/paint-a-laminate-dresser-573abae95f9b58723db2fd10.webp" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="878" data-original-width="1326" height="265" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhr2BHfTWTUE98EJV5-vIgx_j3idkCIIH1XW5ctKUg1iM-lNCvWbx4m6IqXl1p8-lcH562VRfOJ07EZ7Z4PDSKNrJ30mkU4J2GPLsEPBcipct-BlcEHD3lhXezxUd3w7pLhc9CFfC8HYEA/w400-h265/paint-a-laminate-dresser-573abae95f9b58723db2fd10.webp" width="400" /></a></div><h3 style="clear: both;"><b style="font-size: xx-large;"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;">07 Unexpected Dimension</span></b> </h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Your furniture doesn't have to be an heirloom or designer piece to be stylish. Laminate furniture can be transformed with paint. You can paint your laminate furniture in one great color, try a color-block design, or even a pattern. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAdMIs6gg7HMFINy7TdT4K6B6XCylYTVoSNGesDS4ptk5-lG7XNPORbCcjIYB_mT9MLVMuTye3egZ_EhTjvmZi3v9MGdBLrnYJmtElgfgPtEPrgyDwVKNRKqGtkhq7kSgP8VJYFgaAERY/s600/Bright-orangen-accent-wall-paint-colors-for-living-room-with-dark-hardwood-floors.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="400" data-original-width="600" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAdMIs6gg7HMFINy7TdT4K6B6XCylYTVoSNGesDS4ptk5-lG7XNPORbCcjIYB_mT9MLVMuTye3egZ_EhTjvmZi3v9MGdBLrnYJmtElgfgPtEPrgyDwVKNRKqGtkhq7kSgP8VJYFgaAERY/w400-h266/Bright-orangen-accent-wall-paint-colors-for-living-room-with-dark-hardwood-floors.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><h3 style="clear: both;"><b style="font-size: xx-large;"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;">08 Trendy Accents</span></b> </h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Everyone knows that accent walls are one of the easiest ways to transform any room with color. Adding an accent wall is a simple way to add an accent color to a tired color palette, or add a focal point to a room without any architectural features. Any color can be used for your accent wall DIY paint project, but be sure to plan out your color palette first so that you can tie everything together. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMcOMW8Ot0YT4rIh6AYlT2_C8KfyDaWLXeDuUFAf4DedmqtLQsLPl14MIcmiWtIAOO9FjahV3R0TfRloQtCyEbngVKr8EMWnjlxhjQ25UuvpTBmgRbJLEQucLXLOgsY4A7kxX3AJCkjG8/s1488/powder-room-paint-ideas-573aa9823df78c6bb0e12707.webp" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="784" data-original-width="1488" height="211" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMcOMW8Ot0YT4rIh6AYlT2_C8KfyDaWLXeDuUFAf4DedmqtLQsLPl14MIcmiWtIAOO9FjahV3R0TfRloQtCyEbngVKr8EMWnjlxhjQ25UuvpTBmgRbJLEQucLXLOgsY4A7kxX3AJCkjG8/w400-h211/powder-room-paint-ideas-573aa9823df78c6bb0e12707.webp" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><h3 style="clear: both;"><b style="font-size: xx-large;"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;">09 It's Time for a Makeover!</span></b> </h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Most two-story homes have a small bathroom downstairs that was designed for convenience. Though this bathroom may not be used exclusively by guests, there is no reason not to express your dramatic side by creating a stunning powder room.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The fun of decorating this tiny bathroom is that it is the one room in your home that doesn't have to "look bigger." You can choose whatever paint color you like as long as you have the right lighting. Powder rooms are where you can express your style without a thought to the rest of the house. Choose a favorite color, replace a boring mirror with a pretty framed one, and add decorative accents for a simple bathroom makeover.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhi0aumsEGdoCiIsYWLQilQ09pkFktSdEdOZj0XfeR2IacHezdWJwW6JUqOVddxwXbzGTOaj23cLRI8hY2dGDkJNGCseUG4DU7eLM6T5hXRnpQvJNceUPh25huTL5GEOTrq0R9logmqvxw/s530/paint-a-pillow-diy-stenciled-accent-pillows-530x354.webp" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="354" data-original-width="530" height="268" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhi0aumsEGdoCiIsYWLQilQ09pkFktSdEdOZj0XfeR2IacHezdWJwW6JUqOVddxwXbzGTOaj23cLRI8hY2dGDkJNGCseUG4DU7eLM6T5hXRnpQvJNceUPh25huTL5GEOTrq0R9logmqvxw/w400-h268/paint-a-pillow-diy-stenciled-accent-pillows-530x354.webp" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><h3 style="clear: both;"><span style="color: #6fa8dc; font-size: x-large;">10 Mix and Match</span> </h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Throw pillows are the quickest and easiest way to add a pop of color or pattern to any room. More than an afterthought, throw pillows are the finishing touch when you decorate a room. If you want to totally customize your space, try the throw pillow stencil designs from <a href="https://paintapillow.com/">paintapillow.com</a>. With their unique system, choice of modern and romantic designs, and fabric paint color selection, you can create a completely customized style at home.</div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Thanks for reading! If you liked this post and want some more of the good stuff be sure to subscribe to our <a href="https://ezstripblog.blogspot.com/">EZ Strip Blog</a> today.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfgGueFMRBMCRp7KVV0JnU5wqXYmV-mfGzKKAYx6Co8iNstC9IafaBq6LJevicT1GYoLOVyUZo66dVSkFjMEXcGpXYwVpQ50F4jdZfLZmSIDwqyvqe4I-PdoJPPw3eeKzf1WTnY3L_dEtq/s1680/ezlogo_pantoneleaves_crop+%25281%2529.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="454" data-original-width="1680" height="108" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfgGueFMRBMCRp7KVV0JnU5wqXYmV-mfGzKKAYx6Co8iNstC9IafaBq6LJevicT1GYoLOVyUZo66dVSkFjMEXcGpXYwVpQ50F4jdZfLZmSIDwqyvqe4I-PdoJPPw3eeKzf1WTnY3L_dEtq/w400-h108/ezlogo_pantoneleaves_crop+%25281%2529.jpg" width="400" /></a></div></div></div>EZ Strip Inchttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14775464194020898881noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7328039631552303671.post-46309943322634475272022-03-25T14:09:00.007-07:002022-03-28T13:43:14.101-07:00Top 5 Tough Spring Cleaning Tasks<p style="text-align: center;"> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4IMNzmY7xQ375GNr3NWCo7259oQ38hLS9Hct2msOZLTmVuIxFU074nZx6XaN7K1Ns6zgq5BqXiPHMZF30n7pUTH8BfOnXQtIpDI6r1pKLEmDnVyj-3dpQnEbjCG9xSGQacfqdBEpanerxFne-R__GxBGBjcMrmiaMykC2Gk-eaEB_RbQ-MtWTBGlFMg/s960/house-949265_960_720.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="540" data-original-width="960" height="225" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4IMNzmY7xQ375GNr3NWCo7259oQ38hLS9Hct2msOZLTmVuIxFU074nZx6XaN7K1Ns6zgq5BqXiPHMZF30n7pUTH8BfOnXQtIpDI6r1pKLEmDnVyj-3dpQnEbjCG9xSGQacfqdBEpanerxFne-R__GxBGBjcMrmiaMykC2Gk-eaEB_RbQ-MtWTBGlFMg/w400-h225/house-949265_960_720.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p></p><p>Spring is here and we're all feeling the itch to wipe away the winter dust so to speak. But we all have those tougher clean-up tasks we've been putting on hold. Here are some of the top tough cleaning tasks with some tips to help get the job done this Spring.</p><h2 style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #ffa400;">1 Oven Cleaning<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBXY6SJ6THswquJ8TWFq9vkcKXNfNcXKMOo4b1rKPnwges2asoXeaHqeOsdZOstJErIMHpV53Gq8zPWQwDMmjRrY8ricQpWUQTHalmXUMNTt0tO3lvRnVjffa3uG0T70jHmVF9QlG23DnHTLwqGxPywTHgipny5aQSvC6vrW7Bw3J1sd3LGw1Gfjq82g/s852/6.webp" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="852" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBXY6SJ6THswquJ8TWFq9vkcKXNfNcXKMOo4b1rKPnwges2asoXeaHqeOsdZOstJErIMHpV53Gq8zPWQwDMmjRrY8ricQpWUQTHalmXUMNTt0tO3lvRnVjffa3uG0T70jHmVF9QlG23DnHTLwqGxPywTHgipny5aQSvC6vrW7Bw3J1sd3LGw1Gfjq82g/s320/6.webp" width="320" /></a></div></span></h2><p>Oven cleaning falls into the out of sight out of mind category sometimes. Keep in mind a dirty oven can transfer unpleasant odors and flavors to your food so not the best task to put off. If you have a self-cleaning oven, it is perfectly acceptable to use it if the oven is only slightly dirty. After around two hours, you are left with white ash in the bottom of the oven that you must clean away once the oven unlocks and is cool.</p><p>If your oven is very dirty with baked-on food, the self-cleaning feature will not work well. Too much grease and food residue can smoke and even catch fire. You should never leave home with the self-cleaning function engaged. The best way to clean an oven for you will depend on the kind of ingredients you'd like to use, and how dirty your oven is to start. Commercial oven cleaners can be quite harsh. Here is our recommendation for a safe removal option: <a href="https://www.ezstrip.ca/shop/all-purpose-remover/">EZ Strip All Purpose Remover</a>.</p><h2 style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcfjNR96GG8IWzD7gosF5l7395sEB2S9vlYw4ECMdSN1C06TuEjTRMLvkrKYourzkK-ZgjXZ08p2oegw0R2ixSpazcCF1Yv6z_qI3ZDSryQLPUpaR84umyU2tfB7EuvyESXmrGPrni6CUMDgb4qGy3Ed9FOLeqzLzPrbTVcgPDub7CExWK7Wtn6fZvRA/s600/exterior-flaking-peeling-paint.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="400" height="328" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcfjNR96GG8IWzD7gosF5l7395sEB2S9vlYw4ECMdSN1C06TuEjTRMLvkrKYourzkK-ZgjXZ08p2oegw0R2ixSpazcCF1Yv6z_qI3ZDSryQLPUpaR84umyU2tfB7EuvyESXmrGPrni6CUMDgb4qGy3Ed9FOLeqzLzPrbTVcgPDub7CExWK7Wtn6fZvRA/w234-h328/exterior-flaking-peeling-paint.jpg" width="234" /></a></div><span style="color: #ffa400;">2 Re-Paint the Front Door</span></h2><p>If you were to ask any paint manufacturer, "is painting best done when the weather is mild outside, typically above 10°C and not too humid?" They would say "YES!" If your front door has seen better days, it might be a good time to give it a fresh coat of paint. For best results, remove the door from the hinges and remove all of its hardware. Give it a good cleaning to allow the paint to adhere properly, and scrape off any buildups of paint or areas where the old paint is chipping off. For multiple thick/damaged paint layers, try a DIY-friendly paint stripper to give your door a long-lasting paint job. </p><p>Please note that traditional paint strippers can be very toxic and require special protective equipment. Our recommendation is <a href="https://www.ezstrip.ca/shop/paint-varnish-stripper/">EZ Strip Paint & Varnish Stripper</a>. If your home was built before 1979, check the paint for lead before you scrape or sand. For more information, go to <a href="https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/home-safety/lead-based-paint.html">health-canada/lead-based-paint</a></p><h2 style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #ffa400;">3 Tune-Up Outdoor Gas Grills<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNZldIKg5anGyovPd2fZ9noO5gvwMIQNFrQabFU_jCSeDdpfITZYXiNwrOlbMiNp7kwEYTekW4FSMBJ4_ROtI0Rc22C1cjIKFImduG3DHx58rv1yPH_pgllK7G4dB28FlgC2xfACnKmYn3s0u6Ig7wkUDKAPw2W8NSVz6koGa6fC9VCpM5-8I-ibLaEA/s1200/dirty-grill-grates.webp" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="879" data-original-width="1200" height="234" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNZldIKg5anGyovPd2fZ9noO5gvwMIQNFrQabFU_jCSeDdpfITZYXiNwrOlbMiNp7kwEYTekW4FSMBJ4_ROtI0Rc22C1cjIKFImduG3DHx58rv1yPH_pgllK7G4dB28FlgC2xfACnKmYn3s0u6Ig7wkUDKAPw2W8NSVz6koGa6fC9VCpM5-8I-ibLaEA/s320/dirty-grill-grates.webp" width="320" /></a></div></span></h2><p>No matter what your recipe is, the best burgers are cooked on a clean, well-maintained grill. Before cookout season kicks off, give your grill a once-over. Look for food drippings and grease buildup on the exterior grill. Scrub these spots clean with warm soapy water to avoid attracting pests. Clean the grates and interior thoroughly to remove any drippings and grease. A shop vacuum can work great to remove burnt food from the bottom interior of the BBQ. For very dirty BBQ grates, soak them in <a href="https://www.ezstrip.ca/shop/all-purpose-remover/">EZ Strip All Purpose Remover</a> before scrubbing with warm water. Finally, clean the drip pan thoroughly with warm, soapy water. </p><h2 style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #ffa400;">4 Community Graffiti Removal <br /></span></h2><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg640VqxeFNkwLwXYd5HobiNt7dBS5rVh8EQISX979KSKnx36bRRwI6PEg_0b6Z0KD_HO5IpG2-TuRJ2QAlIlVSU-tM_4_mC5sYtMGCp7eG16mImU-yDdTzaHSHItqgjA9xYi5MqedFnfIgIkHO-LYWfbAClmSG55vRM4zIYyGpwN4BkXNFcrwIzuuuMA/s507/istockphoto-182700409-170667a.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="338" data-original-width="507" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg640VqxeFNkwLwXYd5HobiNt7dBS5rVh8EQISX979KSKnx36bRRwI6PEg_0b6Z0KD_HO5IpG2-TuRJ2QAlIlVSU-tM_4_mC5sYtMGCp7eG16mImU-yDdTzaHSHItqgjA9xYi5MqedFnfIgIkHO-LYWfbAClmSG55vRM4zIYyGpwN4BkXNFcrwIzuuuMA/s320/istockphoto-182700409-170667a.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>You've been looking at the same ugly graffiti every day in your community on your commute to work and it's finally warm enough to do something about it. Leaving graffiti can encourage more property damage. Removing it quickly it can discourage repeat offenders. Getting a few neighbors together for a walk around the neighborhood to clean up graffiti can go a long way. Improve curb/community appeal even increase property values. Some graffiti removers can be very smelly and even cause mild skin burns when used without protective gloves.</div><div><a href="https://www.ezstrip.ca/shop/ez-strip-graffiti-remover/">EZ Strip Graffiti Remover</a> offers a safer option for graffiti removal and cleans-up with just water!</div><h2 style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #ffa400;">5 Repair & Treat Wood Furniture<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqujIgUSeyPkwz0fCTkwwQ_Ahs4fXsQ2rmlt2FZQxj2lE6MK9AojKAne0o-lHjpBxKyGDr9Td-lRNg6oT3gwx5LHH1k1PlX__QxFUh_pIZcXMSOpwU-r1TVct39IhMSrMjxIPR-ileHuyEEejUEMjNWrrUZHHGyLXUW1BFvOA1KfRINlBz5Cab72UjcQ/s1600/IMG_6576.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1200" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqujIgUSeyPkwz0fCTkwwQ_Ahs4fXsQ2rmlt2FZQxj2lE6MK9AojKAne0o-lHjpBxKyGDr9Td-lRNg6oT3gwx5LHH1k1PlX__QxFUh_pIZcXMSOpwU-r1TVct39IhMSrMjxIPR-ileHuyEEejUEMjNWrrUZHHGyLXUW1BFvOA1KfRINlBz5Cab72UjcQ/s320/IMG_6576.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><br /></span></h2><div>Is your outdoor wood furniture starting to splinter, fade, or peeling paint? Then it’s time to get those repairs in before the summertime fun begins! If it is not properly treated for water damage prevention, the project will just be more work later. For damaged water sealants or peeling paint, always strip off the damaged coating. This will ensure you are getting the proper coating adhesion to protect your wood from water, weather, pests, and wood rot. It also protects you and your family from splinters ouch! For safe DIY furniture refinishing, we recommend <a href="https://www.ezstrip.ca/shop/paint-varnish-stripper/">EZ Strip Paint & Varnish Stripper</a>.</div><div><br /></div><div>As the weather starts to warm up, we get more and more distracted with Summer fun! Take this perfect opportunity to clean up winter messes and the tough projects you've been putting off. Save Summer for fun in the sun and use this time to get these Spring clean up projects done before it’s too hot!<br /></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqqRn7zAVQd8-9DZbEOuUOO21qRWg150U5PLwU3d3tQL_8hBv7sSuhRNzkf85GOGHFZtigvupECvhoNOn193qbgYHd_gzmg9-LbByeR64KGfbXL1olJEueuERe8r6UPrST2N3q2Bz3f9hbz6CpH8iDl2-2lR0EvIBsLy5BSkoXcTjGmKFJUz6Ps0pF7g/s600/nature.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="510" data-original-width="600" height="223" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqqRn7zAVQd8-9DZbEOuUOO21qRWg150U5PLwU3d3tQL_8hBv7sSuhRNzkf85GOGHFZtigvupECvhoNOn193qbgYHd_gzmg9-LbByeR64KGfbXL1olJEueuERe8r6UPrST2N3q2Bz3f9hbz6CpH8iDl2-2lR0EvIBsLy5BSkoXcTjGmKFJUz6Ps0pF7g/w262-h223/nature.jpg" width="262" /></a></div><span style="color: #ffa400;">EZ Strip Info</span></h3><div>Find out more about EZ Strip removal products!<br /></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://www.ezstrip.ca/were-green/">We're Green</a><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://www.ezstrip.ca/buy-ez-strip/">Where To Buy</a><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMrdG2e9pwkXkZr_s2z5oag">How To Remove Videos</a><br /></div><div><br /></div><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>EZ Strip Inchttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14775464194020898881noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7328039631552303671.post-82131976760396592302022-01-05T15:50:00.004-08:002022-01-07T12:24:55.714-08:00Have You Heard About EZ Strip Yet? : The Safer Stripping Option<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg83XzcZPcp6YESus3XPz1cTpH7Ej82mH_fAr37g01sSywXIM8KpQdcbfHDHnJsTHs7-KAVB6VnYFdK0jbRYPvRZDtRzHOLC8si-YuystHxT2RisRBXz0IPYsxZNxMTjXYGHDNvETs5HX0nkdN1QNZu2SI367UMJMpY0_pI4iTaEOKCQ5ILHwLqyBOc2A=s600" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="600" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg83XzcZPcp6YESus3XPz1cTpH7Ej82mH_fAr37g01sSywXIM8KpQdcbfHDHnJsTHs7-KAVB6VnYFdK0jbRYPvRZDtRzHOLC8si-YuystHxT2RisRBXz0IPYsxZNxMTjXYGHDNvETs5HX0nkdN1QNZu2SI367UMJMpY0_pI4iTaEOKCQ5ILHwLqyBOc2A=s320" width="320" /></a></div><p>If you haven't heard about the most effectively advanced environmentally-friendly removal technologies provided by EZ Strip®, here's the quick rundown. </p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Company Mission</h3><p>EZ Strip’s mission is to provide safe alternatives to hazardous solvents used for stripping, cleaning, and surface preparation using the most advanced, patented, water-based technology. We are also interested in educating consumers, trade and industry about hazardous solvents, and how to use safer, effective alternatives.</p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Company Background</h3><p>EZ Strip® has been involved in the industrial paint stripping business since 1972. Up until 1998, the main paint strippers and cleaners on the market were extremely toxic, carcinogenic, and hazardous for consumer health. This made Do-It-Yourself and even Professional projects difficult to do without exposing yourself to harmful fumes and toxins. In 1998, Eco Solutions, our UK parent company which had prior to this time used common hazardous stripping chemicals developed a safe alternative formula for industrial paint stripping. EZ Strip® has brought this innovative formula to North America and will continue to provide safe and effective alternatives to hazardous stripping chemicals and meet the needs of North Americans everywhere.</p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Removal Products </h3><p>EZ Strip's product line was developed to meet all our customer's removal needs with effective environmentally friendly options. Here are EZ Strip's most popular removal products. For the full product line list and where to buy links visit <a href="https://www.ezstrip.ca/shop/">EZstripProducts </a> </p><h4 style="text-align: left;">EZ Strip® All Purpose Remover</h4><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/TXxX9k633lY" width="320" youtube-src-id="TXxX9k633lY"></iframe></div><p>The All-In-One tough remover you need for cleaning paint mess, glue & tape residues, stickers, baked-on grease, garage grease, graffiti, decals, gum, tree sap, and much more! EZ Strip® has developed an effective easy to use remover that cleans up with just water, is gentle on skin, and has no harsh fumes.</p><h4 style="text-align: left;">EZ Strip® Paint & Varnish Stripper</h4><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/i0JhOYAmy3Y" width="320" youtube-src-id="i0JhOYAmy3Y"></iframe></div><p></p><p>The ultimate safe paint stripper developed with water-based removal technology. Strip all kinds of paint, varnish, lacquer, water and grout sealant, floor wax, and much more effectively from various surfaces. EZ Strip's Paint & Varnish Stripper easy to use removal formula clings to vertical surfaces and cleans up with just water. This low VOC formula is gentle on skin, and has no harsh fumes.</p><h4 style="text-align: left;">EZ Strip® Popcorn Ceiling Remover</h4><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/17DUbGS9I1c" width="320" youtube-src-id="17DUbGS9I1c"></iframe></div><p style="text-align: left;">Painted popcorn ceiling texture removal is now DIY-friendly with our dust free removal formula. EZ Strip® Popcorn Ceiling Remover is specifically designed to remove painted drywall textures made with drywall mud. This includes most drywall textures like popcorn, swirl, stomp, orange peel, acoustic ceilings, etc. This removal formula is tinted blue and clings 100% to surfaces for easy application. EZ Strip® cleans up with just water, is gentle on skin, and has no harsh fumes.</p><h4 style="text-align: left;">EZ Strip® Graffiti Remover</h4><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/JPOEE4ns7w4" width="320" youtube-src-id="JPOEE4ns7w4"></iframe></div><p style="text-align: left;">Finally, a graffiti removal option that is safe to use in public spaces! Remove most types of spray paint, permanent markers & ink, decals & stickers, crayons, gum and just tough sticky stuff! Our advanced patented formula can be used effectively on most surfaces. Get the dirty removal jobs done safely. EZ Strip® Graffiti Remover is an easy-to-use convenient no-drip spray gel with a plant safe formula that cleans up with just water. Gentle on skin with no harsh fumes!</p><h4 style="text-align: left;">EZ Strip® Adhesive & Glue Remover</h4><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/GtkG0D47azs" width="320" youtube-src-id="GtkG0D47azs"></iframe></div><p style="text-align: left;">Need a glue remover that is effective AND safe to use? EZ Strip® Adhesive & Glue Remover gets the tough removal jobs done and unlike other glue removers has a low VOC skin-safe formula that cleans up with just water! Remove most types of contractor grade adhesive & glue residues, decals & stickers, tape residues, liquid nail, tree sap, gum, and much more.</p><h3 style="text-align: left;">The Truly Safer Removal Option</h3><p>EZ Strip’s advanced water-based technology surpasses our competition with professional performance and low environmental impact. Our removal formulas are water-soluble and biodegradable. We are committed to sourcing components from local suppliers</p><p>EZ Strip® delivers leading world-patented technology designed to target the molecular bond between the coating and the surface. This process allows EZ Strip® to effectively remove most coatings from surfaces with no chemical reaction causing harmful fumes to be released from the coating during the removal process. Our easy-to-use, convenient no-drip gel tackles even the toughest stripping tasks. Unlike traditional strippers, EZ Strip® is the safer option for indoor and outdoor use around children, pets and plants!</p><h4 style="text-align: left;">THANK YOU FOR READING!</h4><p>Learn more about EZ Strip® and where to buy here <a href="https://www.ezstrip.ca/">EZstrip.ca</a>. If you would like to read more blog posts like this be sure to subscribe to our blog at <a href="https://ezstripblog.blogspot.com/">EZstripBlog</a>.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiX9uW_sKR_80GI2Zm6Ktn8764aU6e22FfnH3a2mT5gqslC63Ern9lZHT0ZDmHZw_FvKR0wC_hQ3itD4MIHIyUgFDAbaTr-vU6ddBUj7nwKc4D0s5SkCGopYdFESzM-vixuEEICGJ0isBFYab0p7HKOi4PATBiSHD-wyUFANNvalcBH5B17zyuULqdD0Q=s1024" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="279" data-original-width="1024" height="174" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiX9uW_sKR_80GI2Zm6Ktn8764aU6e22FfnH3a2mT5gqslC63Ern9lZHT0ZDmHZw_FvKR0wC_hQ3itD4MIHIyUgFDAbaTr-vU6ddBUj7nwKc4D0s5SkCGopYdFESzM-vixuEEICGJ0isBFYab0p7HKOi4PATBiSHD-wyUFANNvalcBH5B17zyuULqdD0Q=w579-h174" width="579" /></a></div><br /><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p>EZ Strip Inchttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14775464194020898881noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7328039631552303671.post-45837028488055169092021-10-26T14:23:00.001-07:002021-10-26T14:23:53.896-07:00Finding Truly "GREEN" Products For You - Navigating The Sea Of Green<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiunNNIcPg53Mi9zxm5PgG50294JCiudefA0IB3neCKB_yeFKPghsf_JRsGpJqJ0NhGszKZAjz4ee8SI7gx5GUXz8Tv5dHbF20KPnGDa_jMDAuz_Bi0IxcYzu8Vr-SvtMr6QrzKQDUYiHEl/s500/500binocgreen.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="390" data-original-width="500" height="313" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiunNNIcPg53Mi9zxm5PgG50294JCiudefA0IB3neCKB_yeFKPghsf_JRsGpJqJ0NhGszKZAjz4ee8SI7gx5GUXz8Tv5dHbF20KPnGDa_jMDAuz_Bi0IxcYzu8Vr-SvtMr6QrzKQDUYiHEl/w400-h313/500binocgreen.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><p>The demand for environmentally-friendly products is at an all-time high. This is not only in the building market but in the clothing and food industries as well. As the world wakes up to the lasting value and joy of using healthy building materials, we fully expect this trend to continue for a long time to come. But with this new demand, companies create buzzwords and claims that crashed over the retail market with a wave of greenwashing to stay competitive. We hear terms like "we're green", "Eco-friendly", "green certified", "environmentally friendly", and "green products" all the time these days. So what exactly is greenwashing and how can you navigate this sea of green products hitting the shelves? Here's some helpful info you can take to the bank! </p><h4 class="MsoNormal"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjqabtBXNP454IqS8o0mfqphvBnb7LLt9n29BfPukBjIOeAwIX0UdWClm97G5LXxOtBBdsh4A8v8GTveCqwt2-w84rjkQIgZ5bDeI_X658vVFmPJDQHRcIfAX3UJZvBj9iQj-jfWFiLPVw11pfGGeje8yki5Kme0fK2-g4ptOO-CVkZwkOFweH_NdYi=s504" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><img border="0" data-original-height="296" data-original-width="504" height="188" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjqabtBXNP454IqS8o0mfqphvBnb7LLt9n29BfPukBjIOeAwIX0UdWClm97G5LXxOtBBdsh4A8v8GTveCqwt2-w84rjkQIgZ5bDeI_X658vVFmPJDQHRcIfAX3UJZvBj9iQj-jfWFiLPVw11pfGGeje8yki5Kme0fK2-g4ptOO-CVkZwkOFweH_NdYi=s320" width="320" /></a></div><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u>Greenwashing</u></b>: <span style="font-weight: normal;">"Disinformation disseminated by an organization so as to present an environmentally responsible public image." </span></h4><h4 class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u><br /></u></b></h4><h4 class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u><br /></u></b></h4><h4 class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u><br /></u></b></h4><h4 class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u>Seven Signs of Greenwashing</u></b></h4><h2><span style="color: orange;"><u><span face=""helvetica" , sans-serif" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 20px;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div></span></u></span></h2><ol><li><h4><span style="font-weight: normal;"><b>The Hidden Trade-off:</b> A claim suggesting that a product is ‘green’ based on a narrow set of attributes without attention to other important environmental issues. Paper, for example, is not necessarily environmentally-preferable just because it comes from a sustainably-harvested forest. Consider the other important environmental issues in the paper-making process, such as greenhouse gas emissions, or chlorine use in bleaching may be equally important.</span></h4></li><li><h4><span style="font-weight: normal;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEho9XVAq_dlY_tjwtp3g4ldZCEl42mk-ZFWCKu_xtt2rdKtFyZ9qmB_HjxtYCwuhvKUj3yjKpuNCgvZTjyCy636HuEu7bNqdXjCThsy2q0G02WoGu0QqtdQlIWOtvDKJGE3Vq5iiiw_r_6i16Bx8mtdg1S1r1PiVX-mZVlmSe3hzjmu5msXPbEohdzG=s300" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="300" data-original-width="300" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEho9XVAq_dlY_tjwtp3g4ldZCEl42mk-ZFWCKu_xtt2rdKtFyZ9qmB_HjxtYCwuhvKUj3yjKpuNCgvZTjyCy636HuEu7bNqdXjCThsy2q0G02WoGu0QqtdQlIWOtvDKJGE3Vq5iiiw_r_6i16Bx8mtdg1S1r1PiVX-mZVlmSe3hzjmu5msXPbEohdzG=w200-h200" width="200" /></a></div><b>No-Proof:</b> An environmental claim that cannot be substantiated by easily accessible supporting information or by a reliable third-party certification. A common example is products that claim various percentages of post-consumer recycled content without providing evidence. </span></h4><h4><span style="font-weight: normal;"></span></h4></li><li><h4><span style="font-weight: normal;"><b>Vagueness:</b> A claim that is so poorly defined or broad that its real meaning is likely to be misunderstood by the consumer. ‘All-natural’ is an example. Arsenic, uranium, mercury, and formaldehyde are all naturally occurring, and poisonous. ‘All natural’ isn’t necessarily ‘green’.</span></h4></li><li><h4><span style="font-weight: normal;"><b>False Labels:</b> A product that, through either words or images, gives the impression of third-party endorsement where no such endorsement exists; fake labels, in other words.</span> </h4></li><li><h4><span style="font-weight: normal;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi7WB9MGqFVIGnzo8QPTTXA2DYfC6wg9UmFW2tDjKbPU7Y5lqOMjD1IbvsP3NxKvSphymeenlFuuNaPsWmLchY3pbFIXY_HHwO4TC95lSh4TIBGgpBgQqiojlSAx5uh1n6lWVSgTTK4aki-la_cQKx5zicTmzl6ZjSg66QBhSlOdX0MkS1PNiAN7Ks4=s368" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="368" data-original-width="366" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi7WB9MGqFVIGnzo8QPTTXA2DYfC6wg9UmFW2tDjKbPU7Y5lqOMjD1IbvsP3NxKvSphymeenlFuuNaPsWmLchY3pbFIXY_HHwO4TC95lSh4TIBGgpBgQqiojlSAx5uh1n6lWVSgTTK4aki-la_cQKx5zicTmzl6ZjSg66QBhSlOdX0MkS1PNiAN7Ks4=w199-h200" width="199" /></a></div><b>Irrelevance: </b>An environmental claim that may be truthful but is unimportant or unhelpful for consumers seeking environmentally preferable products. ‘CFC-free’ is a common example, since it is a frequent claim despite the fact that CFCs are banned by law.</span></h4></li><li><h4><span style="font-weight: normal;"><b>Lesser of Two Evils:</b> A claim that may be true within the product category, but that risks distracting the consumer from the greater environmental impacts of the category as a whole. Organic cigarettes could be an example of this, as might the fuel-efficient sport-utility vehicle.</span></h4></li><li><h4><span style="font-weight: normal;"><b>Fibbing:</b> Environmental claims that are simply false. The most common example is products falsely claiming to be Energy Star certified or registered.</span></h4></li></ol><div>So now that you know the top greenwashing tactics used how do we find the truly green products you need? Here are the top 4 questions to ask before you make your purchase. If you can't find and these answers on your product's supplier website, then they might not be as green as you think.</div><div><br /></div><h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjWTTbaNvYouzTbdVcoBk9-wMVNR0-HIFM3rDWWjN7bGZm6Vs5cHsL9tGr0YWoXRv1o0WPr49fZ5yDX0AQZ1ZkNfrFlZF96Kcu3WiDnSQJhpPBmTFjETziuZkEzStg7JB5giMtFxW3rrbpFYlzBHWhPUqa5t6jkQPSfK4RTms-2cS1Y511PAbqZvEKI=s237" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="237" data-original-width="202" height="192" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjWTTbaNvYouzTbdVcoBk9-wMVNR0-HIFM3rDWWjN7bGZm6Vs5cHsL9tGr0YWoXRv1o0WPr49fZ5yDX0AQZ1ZkNfrFlZF96Kcu3WiDnSQJhpPBmTFjETziuZkEzStg7JB5giMtFxW3rrbpFYlzBHWhPUqa5t6jkQPSfK4RTms-2cS1Y511PAbqZvEKI=w163-h192" width="163" /></a></div>What am I buying?<br /></h4><div>When it comes to buying heavy-duty items like building materials, stripping and cleaning chemicals, or automotive care products, a little more consideration into what you're buying goes a long way. Look for safety data sheets or SDS info on these types of products and find out what health and environmental impacts these products really pose. Will it create pollution when used or discarded?</div><h4><br /></h4><h4><br /></h4><h4><br /></h4><h4>Where is it made?</h4><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjnr1RhEVEes5OmX4HzWD-dVVT-r83EEKtyhvoSEKx6gUP1631PvpcqzwjNzOB2fySX85CyYkEi73bTxsqxiGtSyZaO-KcmxSQ_2Stlue_fbv337vtjq9052NeX2xR4hJZ07FaspbWefr4vJ8_7-Z6xqz8vUvFpuPcht8vNUHqyuMZ_Gn84tyGh0una=s287" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="243" data-original-width="287" height="147" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjnr1RhEVEes5OmX4HzWD-dVVT-r83EEKtyhvoSEKx6gUP1631PvpcqzwjNzOB2fySX85CyYkEi73bTxsqxiGtSyZaO-KcmxSQ_2Stlue_fbv337vtjq9052NeX2xR4hJZ07FaspbWefr4vJ8_7-Z6xqz8vUvFpuPcht8vNUHqyuMZ_Gn84tyGh0una=w174-h147" width="174" /></a></div>Supporting local companies has many benefits including strengthening the local economy and reducing environmental impact. Local businesses recirculate a greater share of every dollar in the local economy, as they create locally owned supply chains and invest in their employees. These businesses often make more local purchases for their products too, requiring less transportation and outsourcing. They typically consume less land, locate closer to residents and create less traffic and air pollution. All of this leads to less congestion, less habitat loss and less negative impact on the environment.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiJCZmUcbkF2DFNTinRxBb4s49_OUl9hUyijb4Ef_XO5P2FzYg73tywXfymXdmZgx5yHP8msWC4jzq0w0mIL7wNC314O-PIAyFrsc7G-FEiWRElAOTCeTLX9n21J67gAyHwd54J6koUH2ZktdX9FcoRTw5GzWZCPlqEmpRwHPz6RCFgtcww3D_B7wOQ=s667" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="667" height="192" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiJCZmUcbkF2DFNTinRxBb4s49_OUl9hUyijb4Ef_XO5P2FzYg73tywXfymXdmZgx5yHP8msWC4jzq0w0mIL7wNC314O-PIAyFrsc7G-FEiWRElAOTCeTLX9n21J67gAyHwd54J6koUH2ZktdX9FcoRTw5GzWZCPlqEmpRwHPz6RCFgtcww3D_B7wOQ=w200-h192" width="200" /></a></div><br />How is it made?</h4><div>Take the logistics and production process into consideration. For example, you may purchase a green product made out of recycled goods. However, if that product was made with environmentally harmful methods, it make not be as green and sustainable as you may think. Truly green products are manufactured using toxic-free ingredients and environmentally-friendly procedures and are certified by recognized organizations like Energy star, Forest Stewardship Council, etc.</div><h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>How is it packaged?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiIdESqruAa0BXavu4REagwHRveS9kbLVqqrt69lxGXV8kbAMMkgU4fOP0BcPhiTorRG0ulcPyor1eDXarFq6q8d1cTWsZRDVWKLTfq7zbfs64mHClx2zm6x4UK7Eokgi5ub6WXL-HeuNeXnOEG6snzlpvoxrIvt8ByzKjl5bbhw6ZJiBE9bQg1re10=s632" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="381" data-original-width="632" height="183" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiIdESqruAa0BXavu4REagwHRveS9kbLVqqrt69lxGXV8kbAMMkgU4fOP0BcPhiTorRG0ulcPyor1eDXarFq6q8d1cTWsZRDVWKLTfq7zbfs64mHClx2zm6x4UK7Eokgi5ub6WXL-HeuNeXnOEG6snzlpvoxrIvt8ByzKjl5bbhw6ZJiBE9bQg1re10=w303-h183" width="303" /></a></div></h4><div>Some products are eco-friendly from one perspective but not from another. For example, they may be made of recycled materials but include lots of unnecessary or non-recyclable packaging. Green packaging typically is locally sourced and made from recyclable materials. It reduces your carbon footprint and environmental impact. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi1JeKHwGAnUoILP5b6mDp5UzfJVPvQQpqzY_yYCZYZqCu2AwUUZFgJp_Sac-Scf-37JHyTYzGxct3Mm7v7BkqL_0-bTLDTIVn90XaEyis6VrN3RAfG9NBW8eX9LV2NQdhUrmpSLlprazkUS2Pb62kkqIjrwZKE8IfOlEixBLv-1YVoUtcC-SHpPDvD=s1140" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1028" data-original-width="1140" height="257" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi1JeKHwGAnUoILP5b6mDp5UzfJVPvQQpqzY_yYCZYZqCu2AwUUZFgJp_Sac-Scf-37JHyTYzGxct3Mm7v7BkqL_0-bTLDTIVn90XaEyis6VrN3RAfG9NBW8eX9LV2NQdhUrmpSLlprazkUS2Pb62kkqIjrwZKE8IfOlEixBLv-1YVoUtcC-SHpPDvD=w284-h257" width="284" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>When we make the effort to identify and support companies producing truly green products, it fosters a retail market with continuous improvement towards consumer and environmental health. Sustainability and environmental improvements are a collaborative efforts. Your purchase choices can make a real difference. By supporting companies implementing changes for the better, you will have a smaller carbon footprint and help reduce the number of toxins released into the environment. Future generations ultimately benefit from improved air and water quality, and fewer landfills.</div></div></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>EZ Strip is one such company that makes product transparency a priority. They provide truly environmentally friendly paint removal products, share SDS info, and break down how their company and products are safer for consumer health and the environment. Visit <a href="https://www.ezstrip.ca/">EZstrip.ca</a> today and get truly green removal products that you can count on. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>EZ Strip Inchttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14775464194020898881noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7328039631552303671.post-57680545525087503312021-09-21T13:22:00.012-07:002021-09-22T11:00:48.365-07:00DIY Friendly Painted Ceiling Texture Removal <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBTIQq_ZJpvNiUa6c2KcTLf0IyB6eb47KJ_ABMVxMilSUH6M06hwc5p2X05qJwPfOltc5px2Xe5BaggByjQwyW9BWPaFbVDX01H6vRDEX9VXTXD15gy2Qs15cTZHBRRthuHTfu0MJ_c5do/s458/Snapshot+1+%25289-6-2016+10-25+AM%2529.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="258" data-original-width="458" height="225" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBTIQq_ZJpvNiUa6c2KcTLf0IyB6eb47KJ_ABMVxMilSUH6M06hwc5p2X05qJwPfOltc5px2Xe5BaggByjQwyW9BWPaFbVDX01H6vRDEX9VXTXD15gy2Qs15cTZHBRRthuHTfu0MJ_c5do/w400-h225/Snapshot+1+%25289-6-2016+10-25+AM%2529.png" width="400" /></a></div><p></p>Removing drywall textures that have been painted can be very difficult and EZ Strip has the DIY solution that can help! Drywall textures have many names to describe the style of texture but they are all created with drywall mud compounds. So no matter if you have popcorn, stomp, swirl, orange peel, knockdown, or any other name for your texture most are all the same when it comes to removal. Mud compound by itself is a water-soluble material that can be removed with just water. However, once it has been painted which is often the case it becomes very difficult to penetrate with homemade water solutions. <div><br /></div><div><a href="https://www.ezstrip.ca/shop/textured-coatings-remover/">EZ Strip Popcorn Ceiling Remover</a> is a dust free removal gel solution that will penetrate through multiple layers of paint and soften your drywall texture. Below is everything you need to complete your removal project. Be sure to watch the how-to remove video at the end!<br /><br /><h4><br />YOU WILL NEED:<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSw5ycD6NOPjK4IOG9EcTiNilSUBIMmF2SczihuG-aJXFAXpZwwdSupFLO0Qrcdx3tAlt5EfoIzhhwa1eH5itoc3yFlXGRyT6RF9UITilsjXzW6-4r_I2Akn-ngYPgrRi8w1fzCuVmlFST/s2048/378_PCR_Canada_JPEG_crop.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1442" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSw5ycD6NOPjK4IOG9EcTiNilSUBIMmF2SczihuG-aJXFAXpZwwdSupFLO0Qrcdx3tAlt5EfoIzhhwa1eH5itoc3yFlXGRyT6RF9UITilsjXzW6-4r_I2Akn-ngYPgrRi8w1fzCuVmlFST/s320/378_PCR_Canada_JPEG_crop.jpg" width="225" /></a></div><br /></h4><ol><li>EZ Strip Popcorn Ceiling Remover (coverage is approx. 120 sq ft per gallon)<br /></li><li>Painters Tape</li><li>Plastic sheeting (thin/light plastic is better)</li><li>Container for the product (bowl or bucket)</li><li>Wide brush</li><li>Step ladder</li><li>Broom</li><li>6 - 10 Inch mud spatula</li><li>Paint tray</li><li>Clean cloth</li><li>Water </li></ol><p><br /></p><p>In just <b>4 easy steps</b> you can remove that bumpy lumpy impossible to clean texture off your ceilings with EZ Strip Popcorn Ceiling Remover! No matter the layers of paint or type of texture you need to remove, if it's on your ceilings or walls, drywall texture has never been easier to remove yourself!</p><br />Here's how it works... <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/lMv4igXgJDw" width="320" youtube-src-id="lMv4igXgJDw"></iframe></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b style="text-align: left;"><br /></b></div><h3 style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b style="text-align: left;">Extra Tips and Tricks</b></h3><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaX6AHpAlRtMwy5u5FZDFA4XWsOn3kvD-hU-gekdlyo_VImmyHK8NPmc578Gf9sZZeHWzlX8dn_2CL42dqRYB6YbouHVyZgqQgMUjdAv4gJWqSr3WkrLWcgG9HHUhPEj8wuexpOzG_83NS/s1600/PS8_9397-retouched-hires-square-cropped-and-zoomed%25281%2529.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaX6AHpAlRtMwy5u5FZDFA4XWsOn3kvD-hU-gekdlyo_VImmyHK8NPmc578Gf9sZZeHWzlX8dn_2CL42dqRYB6YbouHVyZgqQgMUjdAv4gJWqSr3WkrLWcgG9HHUhPEj8wuexpOzG_83NS/s320/PS8_9397-retouched-hires-square-cropped-and-zoomed%25281%2529.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><b>Shake well before use.</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>1. <b>APPLY</b> EZ Strip Popcorn Ceiling Remover to your desired area using a wide paint brush or roller.</div><br />Make sure you apply a thick even coating of EZ Strip Popcorn Ceiling Remover to the entire entire treatment area for best results.<br /> <br />Do not overload the brush or roller during the application and apply in manageable sections to avoid the product dripping during application.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYohoF7f4OuIQeBoC3VB1ylUcNxnOFwA6TItTb8SgCRXAe9lUzMhBUFSV95-YJcaKgWwCUq6L1y2ODNyjasnu1Q3qzulj03xgi_ofFkHHQAnqVlcJICV0XwW69TE8RmB81YbkATGBxVLPH/s1600/PS8_9467-retouched-hires-square-cropped-and-zoomed%25281%2529.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYohoF7f4OuIQeBoC3VB1ylUcNxnOFwA6TItTb8SgCRXAe9lUzMhBUFSV95-YJcaKgWwCUq6L1y2ODNyjasnu1Q3qzulj03xgi_ofFkHHQAnqVlcJICV0XwW69TE8RmB81YbkATGBxVLPH/s320/PS8_9467-retouched-hires-square-cropped-and-zoomed%25281%2529.jpg" width="320" /></a><div><br /></div><div>2. <b>COVER</b> the applied area with plastic and <b>LET SET.</b> A thin roll of painter's plastic is perfect for this. Tape the edges as you go and a second pair of hands is always helpful! Plastic will keep the product wet and working during your set time. Use a broom to help push air bubbles out of the plastic. </div><br />If the product dries out during the set time it stops working so get it covered as soon as possible for best results.<br /><br />Set times can vary depending on your project. 12 hours to an overnight set time is the most recommended for easiest removal.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyuyPBfWgA0Psg68AuyR2kOZDqOd5o4yxZoMqd7Xb3gis2dWcexZWIjB23h3TlOauHzfuafXfe0ECXBnhZnojd5XVZzyldnsirQp42Kc_0JQt8cbwCmUdLs7KZk0VSb7v10RXhqZ4C2rZD/s1600/PS8_9525-retouched-hires-square-cropped-and-zoomed%25281%2529.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyuyPBfWgA0Psg68AuyR2kOZDqOd5o4yxZoMqd7Xb3gis2dWcexZWIjB23h3TlOauHzfuafXfe0ECXBnhZnojd5XVZzyldnsirQp42Kc_0JQt8cbwCmUdLs7KZk0VSb7v10RXhqZ4C2rZD/s320/PS8_9525-retouched-hires-square-cropped-and-zoomed%25281%2529.jpg" width="320" /></a><div>3. <b>SCRAPE</b> the surface once material is softened. Be sure to find the right angle and use a wide scraper (at least 6 inches).</div><br />Catch the material in a plastic-lined painter's tray for easy clean-up. The material should scrape off easily on its own but you can always lightly spritz the area with water as you scrape to help the process. Remember to be careful on how much water or you spray as this can damage the drywall.<br /><br />Scrape along the tape seems. You do not want to remove these or too much of the material that keeps them together, just the textured material on top!<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTaasyXSGZkOzQDb6yomgIsnWpvNe6-L8DsmnSuF3A2KrJh6lta8XpWCQFnDAtjw1uZu4RVrleE7NNcTWZ8j1FnWh_A5A1NTFvXme3YnnefPpi9zKcMbn2X5Vr4oCUbYyD44LJbqrE3gFU/s1600/PS8_9565-retouched-hires-square-cropped-and-zoomed%25281%2529.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTaasyXSGZkOzQDb6yomgIsnWpvNe6-L8DsmnSuF3A2KrJh6lta8XpWCQFnDAtjw1uZu4RVrleE7NNcTWZ8j1FnWh_A5A1NTFvXme3YnnefPpi9zKcMbn2X5Vr4oCUbYyD44LJbqrE3gFU/s320/PS8_9565-retouched-hires-square-cropped-and-zoomed%25281%2529.jpg" width="320" /></a><div>4. <b>WIPE</b> the surface clean with a damp clean cloth or flat mop. Ensure the cloth is ringed out as too much water will damage the drywall.</div><div><br />Wipe surface clean of any remaining product and let dry out completely before patching and painting.<br /><br />Remember that texture could be hiding imperfections in the drywall or you may gouge the surface during scraping so be prepared for touch- ups before you paint!<br /><br /><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><b>Remember:</b></div><div><ul><li>Use a wide brush for a quick application.</li><li>Smooth out any air bubbles in the plastic for a better set.</li><li>Test a small patch before you scrape the whole area. Let the product do the work for you and don't scrape until it’s ready. </li><li>Spritz with water during removal to keep the product moist while scraping.</li><li>Scrape carefully so you don't damage the drywall paper lining.</li><li>Scrape along the tape seems (the joints between drywall boards) and be careful not to remove them.</li><li>Wipe the surface with a damp white clean cloth and let the surface completely dry before patching and painting.</li></ul><h3 style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRtmYUl2QgmnAHNW7JATHzdEExAFNbz4i4h_fYgksHdgF0rS5XsRqC-xOxABmQFjuDT68MyepKialaRn-c69utDCK6fgAfjEztW-WaugshKMofRyPSkmZAiuGxm2yymb0cghp85_nGmdiJ/s1600/swirl_circlecropped.png" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="277" data-original-width="270" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRtmYUl2QgmnAHNW7JATHzdEExAFNbz4i4h_fYgksHdgF0rS5XsRqC-xOxABmQFjuDT68MyepKialaRn-c69utDCK6fgAfjEztW-WaugshKMofRyPSkmZAiuGxm2yymb0cghp85_nGmdiJ/s200/swirl_circlecropped.png" width="194" /></a><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">EZ Strip Popcorn Ceiling Remover works on all kinds of drywall textures!</div></h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1CNT5xqevS-ejS8_5ErJ37rfhqpIXKRL-cobgfLa9pl-TKtyNco5eyhskZeUd5wuqoq8yjS40EzOopRxjlrGdp7qibrZ0CLjCjEEzOdgkiWfzK65SymWbbPTezmIGr281xEaRDQP3wprP/s1600/stomp_circlecropped.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="246" data-original-width="256" height="307" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1CNT5xqevS-ejS8_5ErJ37rfhqpIXKRL-cobgfLa9pl-TKtyNco5eyhskZeUd5wuqoq8yjS40EzOopRxjlrGdp7qibrZ0CLjCjEEzOdgkiWfzK65SymWbbPTezmIGr281xEaRDQP3wprP/s320/stomp_circlecropped.png" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy8lPBaabimhpXXrt3fD-JpfKxMG2utMT_yr44TapgMDmDLIvZv8oQGqt2tIpmoQfeoDC19qe7V0usAterXE8ufo8lGnOEsK_vqKZ4pzsLcIp2E_QihraCyFgWZUyrI2m505XmnWkz6tA0/s1600/orangepeel_circlecropped.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="308" data-original-width="298" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy8lPBaabimhpXXrt3fD-JpfKxMG2utMT_yr44TapgMDmDLIvZv8oQGqt2tIpmoQfeoDC19qe7V0usAterXE8ufo8lGnOEsK_vqKZ4pzsLcIp2E_QihraCyFgWZUyrI2m505XmnWkz6tA0/s200/orangepeel_circlecropped.png" width="193" /></a></div></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Smooth ceilings and walls are just around the corner! Now you can get there on your own with a little knowledge and some elbow grease. Work in manageable sections, do the prep before you start. Put up plastic anywhere you don't want to be stripped, protect your walls (if not what you want to be stripped) and floors! Make sure you have all the tools you need before you start.<br /><br />Renting complicated sanding equipment can be expensive and messy! EZ Strip Popcorn Ceiling Remover gives homeowners the chance to take back their ceilings with a low VOC dust free option from EZ Strip!<br /><br /><div style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUZTfXm7GPYr-EYKMSrGeDvYlz69JjI_onxHm0caRGVNr_dax1oZGHfxPmKlpZ9RPTVpMusiH-4lz_cVkWqexoESPHKTitxb7i16oZ4RcnP404lM5t9IW_FKgWtIpz8yUQ3PxdLuOimnbO/s1600/1Gal_PCR_Canada_JPEG.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="372" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUZTfXm7GPYr-EYKMSrGeDvYlz69JjI_onxHm0caRGVNr_dax1oZGHfxPmKlpZ9RPTVpMusiH-4lz_cVkWqexoESPHKTitxb7i16oZ4RcnP404lM5t9IW_FKgWtIpz8yUQ3PxdLuOimnbO/w262-h372/1Gal_PCR_Canada_JPEG.jpg" width="262" /></a><b><div style="text-align: left;"><b>Update Your Home Today!</b><b> </b><b>Find EZ Strip @ <a href="http://www.ezstrip.ca/">EZstrip.ca</a></b></div></b></div><br /></div></div></div>EZ Strip Inchttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14775464194020898881noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7328039631552303671.post-84521263407237418202021-08-16T14:18:00.001-07:002021-08-16T14:18:50.554-07:005 Eco-Friendly Ways To Remove Paint <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2ACiUwA7iY3WNucmh-NKJY8PzsJhUK14GWPMEFCdlNolq5Ea0DIxzONpUHPZEKYZyp9GyLaPsJvUVMtwb5NJo4XgTOKJ4X2qX2iId85gKtSqFnCrGER9OtTXEikE6-DGro2JsKgE_urj_/s600/depositphotos_53753195-stock-photo-cracking-peeling-paint.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="399" data-original-width="600" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2ACiUwA7iY3WNucmh-NKJY8PzsJhUK14GWPMEFCdlNolq5Ea0DIxzONpUHPZEKYZyp9GyLaPsJvUVMtwb5NJo4XgTOKJ4X2qX2iId85gKtSqFnCrGER9OtTXEikE6-DGro2JsKgE_urj_/w400-h266/depositphotos_53753195-stock-photo-cracking-peeling-paint.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><p>Removing or stripping paint from any type of surface is seldom an easy job. Every surface takes paint differently and every type of paint reacts differently to the surfaces. Add in environmental conditions and paint removal takes a bit of study and, usually, some elbow grease to accomplish.</p><p>For years, most professional painters and do-it-yourselfers have relied on harsh chemical-based paint strippers. While they can do a good job, many are also highly toxic to humans and the environment. Improper use of chemical strippers can cause damage to the respiratory system, brain, nervous system, and skin.</p><p>One of the worst offenders and potentially deadly chemicals in paint strippers is methylene chloride. Major home improvement stores have pulled products that contain the chemical from their shelves, but it is still readily available.</p><p>Here are some DIY friendly paint removal options — that are kind to the environment and your lungs:</p><h3 style="text-align: left;">1. Dibasic Ester-Based Gel Paint Removers<br /></h3><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnz4bTE_oKKsMM6lepBJpEuJ35Or6goXNMYQKd36pSjB3ORxF_bTp6sEU85y4ZZ55wYVlPbRr7Gw2S0-I289aCsb0-WR2jXXykwTjgW1QRvuBG6UpYLM3knybnUv87C3UMm1rXVKlgleBR/s469/Snapshot+1+%252811-26-2020+11-38+AM%2529.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="264" data-original-width="469" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnz4bTE_oKKsMM6lepBJpEuJ35Or6goXNMYQKd36pSjB3ORxF_bTp6sEU85y4ZZ55wYVlPbRr7Gw2S0-I289aCsb0-WR2jXXykwTjgW1QRvuBG6UpYLM3knybnUv87C3UMm1rXVKlgleBR/s320/Snapshot+1+%252811-26-2020+11-38+AM%2529.png" width="320" /></a></div>One chemical achievement that is not yet widely known is the creation of Dimethyl Esters (also known as Dibasic Esters and DMEs*). They are readily biodegradable, low odor, low VOC solvents used in a wide variety of industrial and specialty applications. Dibasic esters are excellent solvent substitutes in many cleaning and stripping applications. Use of dimethyl esters and dibasic esters continues to increase due to their positive economic, environmental and performance characteristics. <p></p><p>One company taking this chemical evolution by storm is <a href="http://www.ezstrip.ca/">EZ Strip</a>. Providing safer solutions to chemical stripping, cleaning, and developing new removal technologies that could change the renovation and restoration industry as we know it.</p><h3 style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3M5fJUsl388oL3ZHeEdxCEWMp_ZOIncUNrxnUiUDkckZsXmsTtD4ljLaVRMJrsvjadSstBL-yCMLP9HqhT8Y_pIacJEMK_Gk1ufnVm35SsdA-fUg6Y0y7GohOikJVycz7PSWXJyULgR2t/s225/soy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="225" data-original-width="225" height="159" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3M5fJUsl388oL3ZHeEdxCEWMp_ZOIncUNrxnUiUDkckZsXmsTtD4ljLaVRMJrsvjadSstBL-yCMLP9HqhT8Y_pIacJEMK_Gk1ufnVm35SsdA-fUg6Y0y7GohOikJVycz7PSWXJyULgR2t/w200-h159/soy.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>2. Soy-Based Gel Paint Removers <br /></h3><p>Soy-based paint removers contain methyl soyate, a methyl ester distilled from soybean oil. This bio-based solvent is much more sustainable and environmentally-friendly than petroleum-based products. It is low in volatile organic compounds (VOCs), has a low flammability, and no ozone-depleting chemicals. Safe to use on wood, concrete, and metal, soy-based gels work effectively but take a bit longer to lift the paint from the surface. </p><h3 style="text-align: left;">3. Citrus-Based Paint Removers<br /></h3><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjom7DLX63dKVfbNuqIkOFHM9UJddNxxZ4bT_8-l7O440ayVJ2T9gGPD-BHLag36keToAV_pQKdns4Agh1i2kVgDIadBp0lVYoqWelBHWo5fWuWTuXE4OCMpzbq1a8R-4ef2JhPD4xydIJu/s300/oranges.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="168" data-original-width="300" height="138" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjom7DLX63dKVfbNuqIkOFHM9UJddNxxZ4bT_8-l7O440ayVJ2T9gGPD-BHLag36keToAV_pQKdns4Agh1i2kVgDIadBp0lVYoqWelBHWo5fWuWTuXE4OCMpzbq1a8R-4ef2JhPD4xydIJu/w246-h138/oranges.jpg" width="246" /></a></div>Citrus-based paint strippers contain terpenes, organic compounds derived from plants, usually oranges. Another example of a terpene used in paint removal is turpentine produced from pine resin. Citrus-based removers typically have an orange or citrus-scent and, like soy-based gels, work more slowly in removing paint than stronger chemicals. They are safe to use on any painted or varnished surface. While these strippers are biodegradable, they do still contain some harmful chemicals and should be disposed of properly.<p></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">4. Manual Paint Removal <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9nsqqaaCWyWW4S9gYzKrdwO7pREi5Qe9MxwisFhVepBaR3OBQIRqLa9f2CcPdUdfteQWXAA-elP8j4mOGVCK5zNkrvQpM-MdDMQfGOShzPbdM5SPltRmzYr4qbrSD4KukCRUl-q5-QOYH/s600/natural-paint-remover-4589270-02-88e3d4a744614410abf4cce1842081c1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="600" height="188" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9nsqqaaCWyWW4S9gYzKrdwO7pREi5Qe9MxwisFhVepBaR3OBQIRqLa9f2CcPdUdfteQWXAA-elP8j4mOGVCK5zNkrvQpM-MdDMQfGOShzPbdM5SPltRmzYr4qbrSD4KukCRUl-q5-QOYH/w253-h188/natural-paint-remover-4589270-02-88e3d4a744614410abf4cce1842081c1.jpg" width="253" /></a></div></h3><p>Skipping any type of paint stripper may seem like the most non-toxic method to remove paint. Unfortunately, there are still some hazards from the paint itself, especially lead paint in older homes. If you choose to manually remove paint, always test for lead first and be sure to wear a mask, safety glasses, and other protective gear. There are several methods you can employ to manually remove paint.</p><p><b>Scrape away paint:</b> Using a plastic or metal paint scraper is effective in removing peeling paint, but must be used carefully to prevent damaging the surface under the paint.</p><p><b>Use a heat gun:</b> A heat gun can be used to loosen paint to a point where it will eventually bubble making scraping easier.</p><p><b>Sand away:</b> Using an electric sander or manually removing paint with sandpaper takes patience and skill. Take care not to sand too deeply or the surfaces will be permanently marred.</p><h3 style="text-align: left;">5. Boiling Water & Baking Soda <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjCxaNHl8CLKy1bfRkh59F2pqwHOzHy1F1vHd5udjsecJ8DCpTVbYCVzm3Xq9Fxuv6VQeBrlpbFy2x4z1NtvgSWvatsVjblgdEn6kphDR_bKGMc219juhwN-NDsbvTTznzT_ZE-wJ7ebJd/s1000/non-toxic-paint-remover-baking-soda.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="667" data-original-width="1000" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjCxaNHl8CLKy1bfRkh59F2pqwHOzHy1F1vHd5udjsecJ8DCpTVbYCVzm3Xq9Fxuv6VQeBrlpbFy2x4z1NtvgSWvatsVjblgdEn6kphDR_bKGMc219juhwN-NDsbvTTznzT_ZE-wJ7ebJd/s320/non-toxic-paint-remover-baking-soda.jpg" width="320" /></a></div></h3><p>This technique <b>works only with metal hardware</b>, but it’s one of the easiest of all the paint removal methods. Here’s how to make this eco friendly paint remover:</p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Simply place your hardware in a pot of boiling water.</li><li>Add baking soda to the pot.</li><li>Boil the mixture for 20 minutes.</li><li>Finish the job by lightly scrubbing the object with a toothbrush.</li></ul><p></p><p>TIP: Be sure to use a pot that you will not ever use for cooking to remove paint from the hardware!</p><p>Using boiling water to remove paint is an old trick. It works because metal and paint expand at different rates when heated — causing the bond between the 2 materials to break. Although using boiling water alone will sometimes work, some people swear by using a small amount of baking soda in the water — and it definitely won’t hurt to put some in.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgz8AjDBsbvjB8GWJFCC0fizx8So3K52pxncPI-5QeYAYiQwYF0iC3ZFRbhSQq65S6OTub9Lo9LcLcVR7x95LtbsLre2hPTOJ0egAHFkcbkIK3IFxlUR2QzR9yP2dkVALHxvqhS1clgVUvx/s691/Screenshot-2014-07-15-12.10.39.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="691" data-original-width="620" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgz8AjDBsbvjB8GWJFCC0fizx8So3K52pxncPI-5QeYAYiQwYF0iC3ZFRbhSQq65S6OTub9Lo9LcLcVR7x95LtbsLre2hPTOJ0egAHFkcbkIK3IFxlUR2QzR9yP2dkVALHxvqhS1clgVUvx/w179-h200/Screenshot-2014-07-15-12.10.39.png" width="179" /></a></div><p style="text-align: left;">Before you tackle a paint removal job, take time to read the labels on commercial paint strippers. In addition to methylene chloride, active ingredients that are potentially dangerous to your health include toluene, methanol, ethanol, and acetone.</p><p>There are less-toxic paint removers on the market. If you choose to use a chemical-based stripper, choose a formula that is less volatile and toxic. Read the instructions carefully and always wear protective gear including safety glasses, gloves, and a mask when recommended.</p><p>Thank you for reading! If you liked this then you might like some of our other blog posts. Be sure to subscribe to our blog at <a href="https://ezstripblog.blogspot.com/">https://ezstripblog.blogspot.com/</a> and have a great day!</p><p><br /></p>EZ Strip Inchttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14775464194020898881noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7328039631552303671.post-5971639780761430602021-07-26T11:40:00.002-07:002021-07-26T13:18:26.917-07:00The Toxic Truth About Oven Cleaning<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrUUwAZwYJVT4I72Izoju13gTJUgHAqZMN4xulBVKHU9HJecQM2vRpRX_7BePr-L2emU_l39wVOcIuWX8h7zjdig2WIbqHH0dY-8nLJsRUrLIVn4aQHB76vLLsR3UnR-_Ncc96_hD-l4KG/s800/smoking-oven.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="534" data-original-width="800" height="268" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrUUwAZwYJVT4I72Izoju13gTJUgHAqZMN4xulBVKHU9HJecQM2vRpRX_7BePr-L2emU_l39wVOcIuWX8h7zjdig2WIbqHH0dY-8nLJsRUrLIVn4aQHB76vLLsR3UnR-_Ncc96_hD-l4KG/w400-h268/smoking-oven.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><p>Cleaning your home with household cleaners and disinfectants can help prevent the spread of COVID-19 and other infectious diseases. Before you get out the cleaning bucket, make sure to take proper safety precautions so you don’t put yourself or your family at risk. Any cleaning product, even including air fresheners, could contain some hazardous chemicals that are not safe to breathe in. Oven cleaners are especially hazardous and can be harmful to our bodies due to the ingredients used in the product. </p><p>The inside of your oven is among the dirtiest places in your home. Particles get baked into the sides and surfaces of the space. Since scrubbing this residue is so difficult, some people rely on chemicals to make the process less laborious. </p><p><b>Considering the hazardous facts, you may not want to use your typical oven cleaner products — they could be toxic and contain the following chemicals.</b></p><h4 style="text-align: left;">Lye</h4><p>It's the corrosive properties of this chemical that make lye a good cleaner; unfortunately, it’s far from a safe one. Skin and eye contact should be avoided, chemical-resistant gloves should be worn, and any oven scrubber should be aware that lye degrades organic tissue when moistened. </p><h4 style="text-align: left;">Ethers</h4><p>An ether is a member of a pretty large class of organic compounds. Ethers, such as medical ether, tend to be highly volatile (meaning you breathe them in), and also have solvent properties. Though nowhere near as dangerous as lye, working with ethers can still be irritating to your mucous membranes, and is best avoided. </p><h4 style="text-align: left;">Ethylene Glycol</h4><p>Simply put, ethylene glycol is what makes antifreeze deadly to any animal that might drink it, including humans. This compound, unlike lye and ethers, is fortunately only dangerous if ingested.</p><h4 style="text-align: left;">Methylene Chloride</h4><p>Irritating, volatile, and smelly, methylene chloride is considered a potential workplace carcinogen. Given that information, why on earth would you want this in your house? Methylene chloride is a solvent, often used in paint strippers. It’s an excellent degreasing agent as well, so it makes sense that such stuff would be found in oven cleaner. But is a clean oven really worth the health risks?</p><h4 style="text-align: left;">Petroleum Distillates</h4><p>Petroleum distillates is the general term applied to low to medium-grade solvents produced as a by-product from the oil refining process. Kerosene is an example. Volatile organic compounds, or VOCs, include petroleum distillates and others. They’re only mildly toxic, though easily inhaled (hence the “volatile” part) and definitely unhealthy to be around.</p><h4 style="text-align: left;">Self-Cleaning Mode: Toxic Teflon</h4><p>Now you might be thinking I don't need an oven cleaner cause my oven has a self-cleaning option. Turns out, most modern ovens, especially the self-cleaning kind, are coated with Teflon or a Teflon relative. If you’re not familiar, Teflon is a member of an extremely toxic family of chemicals. Originally touted as super-safe, Teflon begins to break down and release toxic particulates when exposed to temperatures higher than 464 degrees F, and your oven gets easily twice as hot when running a self-clean cycle.</p><h4 style="text-align: left;">How to Clean Your Oven Safely </h4><p>Fortunately for all of us, you will not have to resort to self-clean mode, nor harmful chemicals, to achieve a clean oven. One company taking a stand on harsh chemicals in household removers is EZ Strip. No matter if you have an old neglected oven or a new ceramic top that needs a quick clean, EZ Strip All Purpose Remover is the safer and efficient alternative. Here's the recommended How-To videos for oven cleaning with EZ Strip!</p><h4 style="text-align: center;">Cleaning Ceramic Top Ovens with EZ Strip</h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/SwTDidmXh0w" width="320" youtube-src-id="SwTDidmXh0w"></iframe></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><h4 style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Cleaning Older Style (very dirty) Ovens with EZ Strip</h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZfAlZ1aTpjs" width="320" youtube-src-id="ZfAlZ1aTpjs"></iframe></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Get all the removal power you need without the chemicals you don't. Thanks for reading if you liked this be sure to subscribe to the <a href="https://ezstripblog.blogspot.com/">EZ Strip Blog</a> and the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMrdG2e9pwkXkZr_s2z5oag">EZ Strip YouTube Channel</a> today!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjijJTFWohA5NV6cw_cpkVPKeYnj5qb5oUmAetM8YzSaa5UxFxOyCwgzx3lqvZE-4zszpuAs5_6r2gVpPrK7bo8_Hlldg8_4I2kTNRhqv2mH0lOpsMoMNjeybfvm_1z-0TiPq1LoZYLqFWq/s600/nature.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="510" data-original-width="600" height="170" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjijJTFWohA5NV6cw_cpkVPKeYnj5qb5oUmAetM8YzSaa5UxFxOyCwgzx3lqvZE-4zszpuAs5_6r2gVpPrK7bo8_Hlldg8_4I2kTNRhqv2mH0lOpsMoMNjeybfvm_1z-0TiPq1LoZYLqFWq/w200-h170/nature.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div><br /></div><br /><p><br /></p>EZ Strip Inchttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14775464194020898881noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7328039631552303671.post-73613259028663513772021-06-10T14:30:00.009-07:002021-06-11T08:28:10.895-07:00NEW Methylene Chloride–Related Fatalities Discovered <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikoYkiEuzWpN5jDj8ikT7teBWLrDSQcg_tEXs_J5rmfBEfR5Dwen0lXfoRP5ccNmW4fFs8oYk5JfMGwrywQr2mTtDk2g3Z1w55Ty51jChmgkK4TVZC6k2TGYl4P6eEmN4TeTtF2e6UTj4l/s275/images.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="183" data-original-width="275" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikoYkiEuzWpN5jDj8ikT7teBWLrDSQcg_tEXs_J5rmfBEfR5Dwen0lXfoRP5ccNmW4fFs8oYk5JfMGwrywQr2mTtDk2g3Z1w55Ty51jChmgkK4TVZC6k2TGYl4P6eEmN4TeTtF2e6UTj4l/w400-h266/images.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><p>A new assessment of Methylene Chloride (a solvent widely used in paint strippers, cleaners, adhesives and sealants) related fatalities in the United States between 1980-2018 was recently published online with <a href="https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamainternalmedicine/fullarticle/2778965">Jama Internal Medicine</a>. Researchers and physicians from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and UC San Francisco have found that deaths of workers using Methylene Chloride paint strippers are much higher than originally reported. </p><p><br /></p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Assessment Findings</h3><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: right;"><span style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: right;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNPig8H0EyCqrIEPKwhZJyn5mUu4t0hPLluobfIlsOV9MIA2w2Wx4c3hWp9uBwEjhjezWd6dyM5G04hB24T2gOYvXdtgqmvr4cbZlyoZrsZzHnle2FkPZsRw6U5jY559zccQ0ahk5FADrP/s1200/20200622lnp1-scrape.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><img border="0" data-original-height="797" data-original-width="1200" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNPig8H0EyCqrIEPKwhZJyn5mUu4t0hPLluobfIlsOV9MIA2w2Wx4c3hWp9uBwEjhjezWd6dyM5G04hB24T2gOYvXdtgqmvr4cbZlyoZrsZzHnle2FkPZsRw6U5jY559zccQ0ahk5FADrP/w320-h213/20200622lnp1-scrape.jpg" width="320" /></a><div style="text-align: left;">The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has acknowledged 53 fatalities connected to the chemical from 1980 to 2018. The new study identified 85 deaths over the same period, most of them occurring in occupational settings. The EPA banned consumer use of such products in 2019, but it still allows workers to use them. The study’s authors are urging the EPA to ban commercial uses. </div></div></span></div><p></p><h3 style="text-align: left;"><br /></h3><h3 style="text-align: left;">The Facts</h3><p style="text-align: left;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ5_ZRCnvAD9vJNQ5yoyF6vaxFSWTe68NbwFzMMANc_XTQT5l7YUH0k0pyrpt3o7afrmqbaEMTHI4o5R2D78t5TVG2PmMvtDR81sKDf3KITJUkd94HCIzGW5a9VGr0vJmpkMTz-k27S0em/s293/poison-quicksign_ca_-423x423.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="293" data-original-width="293" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ5_ZRCnvAD9vJNQ5yoyF6vaxFSWTe68NbwFzMMANc_XTQT5l7YUH0k0pyrpt3o7afrmqbaEMTHI4o5R2D78t5TVG2PmMvtDR81sKDf3KITJUkd94HCIzGW5a9VGr0vJmpkMTz-k27S0em/w200-h200/poison-quicksign_ca_-423x423.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>Although US regulatory policies have mandated product labeling and worker protections, fatalities continue to occur, with a greater proportion of recent deaths related to the use of paint-stripping products. What's also troubling is that from 1985 to 2017, the American Association of Poison Control Centers documented 37,201 nonfatal Methylene Chloride cases. Real prevention of Methylene Chloride related injuries and fatalities starts with the use of safer substitutes. Based on the facts it is clear hazard warnings and reliance on personal protective equipment have not been effective.<p></p><h3 style="text-align: left;"><br /></h3><h3 style="text-align: left;">What Happened</h3><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5eJG_FA9U0Q18SwWQMtwRt7kQl1SyUEqWkGQmhlGDyK2rS27KYUbk2NVsuGO09TwkaHPRXR8NQRVWf7Bd7CLLyeJ90yKRQR28I3vWknyea-zuESRgj_LDEJFtQju0LtFO48d-FCkMms4c/s830/Team-OSH-or-EPA-Blog-2.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="830" data-original-width="830" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5eJG_FA9U0Q18SwWQMtwRt7kQl1SyUEqWkGQmhlGDyK2rS27KYUbk2NVsuGO09TwkaHPRXR8NQRVWf7Bd7CLLyeJ90yKRQR28I3vWknyea-zuESRgj_LDEJFtQju0LtFO48d-FCkMms4c/w200-h200/Team-OSH-or-EPA-Blog-2.png" width="200" /></a></div>OSHA does not have the authority to prohibit the use of substances or chemicals; the EPA has these authorities under the Toxic Substances Control Act. In 2017, the EPA found that Methylene Chloride paint strippers posed unreasonable risks and proposed (but never finalized) a rule to prohibit these products in consumer and most commercial/industrial uses. In 2019, the EPA issued a final rule prohibiting consumer sale of Methylene Chloride paint strippers by the end of 2019, but <b>the rule did not address commercial/industrial uses</b>.<p></p><h3 style="text-align: left;"><br /></h3><h3 style="text-align: left;">What Can You Do?</h3><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEic-LMrqCewyk8eQl5lMnSd7AAh-C7lX1UbmlcHVLIotYY9J1eOz_H0aRJj7V66daGKFUXf_TslwKavOYZ-kr9Y5H9EI7Xr54vO1C8Gd3b93TEnrxCrcqOVkf_N-ySdKbogqmIE4mHp9IY4/s1200/green-marketing-for-sustainable-business-1200x565.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="565" data-original-width="1200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEic-LMrqCewyk8eQl5lMnSd7AAh-C7lX1UbmlcHVLIotYY9J1eOz_H0aRJj7V66daGKFUXf_TslwKavOYZ-kr9Y5H9EI7Xr54vO1C8Gd3b93TEnrxCrcqOVkf_N-ySdKbogqmIE4mHp9IY4/s320/green-marketing-for-sustainable-business-1200x565.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>Support businesses providing safer alternatives to chemical paint stripping. Shop at retail stores that provide safer consumer and contractor removal products. Support companies developing safer removal technology and purchase their products. Source furniture refinishing services/companies working to reduce workplace hazards and environmental impact. The battle for safer work environments and consumer products is not over and we can all do our part! <p></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><br /></h4><h4 style="text-align: left;">Thank You for Reading</h4><div>If you would like to read more posts like this be sure to visit and subscribe to <a href="https://ezstripblog.blogspot.com/">EZ Strip Blog</a> for all the latest and greatest.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilar0gGF0EjnoF33scmgq9I-xhmGycx9qOm-ae-LPA5dqmsX8KY_Li1JyXlMuM9tobHEIlATYvo2eL8fUMEop_HO1uePbw0cZzYslzIJw3ZAGarnQvz2SRVumSwZlJjjUG1fZElHe7WdXE/s410/dog-with-paint.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="273" data-original-width="410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilar0gGF0EjnoF33scmgq9I-xhmGycx9qOm-ae-LPA5dqmsX8KY_Li1JyXlMuM9tobHEIlATYvo2eL8fUMEop_HO1uePbw0cZzYslzIJw3ZAGarnQvz2SRVumSwZlJjjUG1fZElHe7WdXE/s320/dog-with-paint.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div>EZ Strip Inchttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14775464194020898881noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7328039631552303671.post-36522359036532021322021-05-19T11:12:00.002-07:002021-05-19T11:12:42.945-07:00Top 10 Awesome DIY Paint Projects You Can do This Weekend<p>Nothing makes a weekend more enjoyable than adding a great DIY project to make your favorite room pop! Introducing a splash of color or a new design feature can really change the whole feel of a home. If you are in need of some inspiration or are just looking for touch of dimension, take a look at these top 10 DIY paint projects.</p><p style="text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZDYkKaCrVAe7DYXXP_qyXxodHB7SzQHRi-FuJmGQKwehfLqCPVURnmMNiJV_EdjgL5AEzCNwcQU7qb59s0sP3De9M12TRblyIkPlYUFVW6CeaWQ0ZGuHIuwLgKcBPC5VQ98Lwhx7WzMI/s1000/61UIqvx0bML._AC_SL1000_.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="1000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZDYkKaCrVAe7DYXXP_qyXxodHB7SzQHRi-FuJmGQKwehfLqCPVURnmMNiJV_EdjgL5AEzCNwcQU7qb59s0sP3De9M12TRblyIkPlYUFVW6CeaWQ0ZGuHIuwLgKcBPC5VQ98Lwhx7WzMI/s320/61UIqvx0bML._AC_SL1000_.jpg" /></a></div><h3 style="clear: both;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><span style="color: #6fa8dc;">01</span></b> <span style="color: #6fa8dc;">Say Hello to Stencils</span></span></h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">If you're ready to make a style statement with your accent wall, consider using a wall stencil to add a bit of depth into your accent wall. A wall stencil DIY project gives you complete control of choosing your favorite design and paint colors with an end result everyone will love! There are many simple DIY paint projects that creates big changes with a little bit of paint. To pull your room's design together, repeat your accent wall pattern with a matching area rug or pillow fabrics.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnALnGc5-wPWVqD0xtCIcs-0WkwGy4KolpTS8IPy3FeHM-qDD0PHXQlQqeM_6HRpnbE4ns6ySCxzb9WozwB7T2kb-rw0jm5weloiw760-XLIwXP47w8BYhW1bDacNFQFeiYwOtQLSkFJ0/s2048/ae7704c054f66882a8d36622ce54b038.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1840" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnALnGc5-wPWVqD0xtCIcs-0WkwGy4KolpTS8IPy3FeHM-qDD0PHXQlQqeM_6HRpnbE4ns6ySCxzb9WozwB7T2kb-rw0jm5weloiw760-XLIwXP47w8BYhW1bDacNFQFeiYwOtQLSkFJ0/s320/ae7704c054f66882a8d36622ce54b038.jpg" /></a></div><h3 style="clear: both;"><b style="font-size: xx-large;"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><span>02</span><span> In With the Old, Out With the New</span></span></b></h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Even the most beautiful old furniture can benefit from a color makeover. If you have a piece of furniture that you love but are seriously wondering if it still fits your style, try this DIY paint update project. The key to a stunning paint makeover is adding a pop of unexpected color. For a hutch or buffet, painted shelves in a bold color are highlighted by a more serious color on the outside. A bookcase can be updated by painting the inside back or interior shelves with a pop of color. For a longer lasting paint job, safely strip existing coating first to ensure you are receiving the best results. You can count on <a href="https://www.ezstrip.ca/shop/paint-varnish-stripper/">EZ Strip Paint & Varnish Stripper</a> to get the removal job done quickly and efficiently! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2MVXf5S6Ltl7-ttd5THW6mDaO8J60t0AMUlr46Nb6pFgbcJ8xotmDZvyT9Lp91uHAkOxvi7BP3lWr1FDRT1YYF1or92wkv3bWgo8b5mFW_5AH_o6CVpxK9GpgMiPB93-uLuQ4Bz9VE-w/s720/painted-ceiling-4-1576531885.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="720" data-original-width="480" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2MVXf5S6Ltl7-ttd5THW6mDaO8J60t0AMUlr46Nb6pFgbcJ8xotmDZvyT9Lp91uHAkOxvi7BP3lWr1FDRT1YYF1or92wkv3bWgo8b5mFW_5AH_o6CVpxK9GpgMiPB93-uLuQ4Bz9VE-w/w266-h400/painted-ceiling-4-1576531885.jpg" width="266" /></a></div><h3 style="clear: both;"><b style="font-size: xx-large;"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><span>03</span><span> Just a Splash</span></span></b></h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Painting over your plain white ceiling is a subtle way to add color to any room. Dining and living rooms are the perfect spots for ceiling color, especially with a trayed ceiling or decorative molding that separates the new paint color from the walls. Though painting your ceiling can be a DIY painting project, make sure you have the right tools and patience to complete your project!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIPQwq0xX4GCQX9y6MtIQZaKmnV7iZdF0C7hs8k9xejK_gk-wRX1RHf6kh1hYYQxZI8oCqPja7ar5nc5oUepkxqcigu5uoy5eMCvAuu1GKRhId8D0FJQ_Zick_nF2i0Gg0X1pn6uRFyKM/s1160/sketch-pad-project-57392a803df78c6bb03d86a1.webp" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="938" data-original-width="1160" height="324" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIPQwq0xX4GCQX9y6MtIQZaKmnV7iZdF0C7hs8k9xejK_gk-wRX1RHf6kh1hYYQxZI8oCqPja7ar5nc5oUepkxqcigu5uoy5eMCvAuu1GKRhId8D0FJQ_Zick_nF2i0Gg0X1pn6uRFyKM/w400-h324/sketch-pad-project-57392a803df78c6bb03d86a1.webp" width="400" /></a></div><h3 style="clear: both;"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><b style="font-size: xx-large;">04 Let's Add Some Fun</b></span></h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Dry Erase Paint will give you unlimited color options for a DIY writing and drawing surface in your home. Any kitchen, home office, or studio would be the perfect spot for a colorful dry-erase surface to help you stay organized or be more creative. Turn a piece of furniture, a section of your wall or door, into a colorful dry-erase board with just a few coats of paint. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjv2VRUvX_AC3FxNoakWNT-gMBUXfTYhzERFgc1N9u04x1qZ7M6VUFlc3E-3nziDQZbhjnRHcdv3JYMwNt70d00gVBSBOuBSHyhH9YIZ7HlKfOU8V5f2e6S7vHNK5k5odkPcUBvtIe6_uQ/s1500/chalkboard-paint-The-Paint-People.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="1500" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjv2VRUvX_AC3FxNoakWNT-gMBUXfTYhzERFgc1N9u04x1qZ7M6VUFlc3E-3nziDQZbhjnRHcdv3JYMwNt70d00gVBSBOuBSHyhH9YIZ7HlKfOU8V5f2e6S7vHNK5k5odkPcUBvtIe6_uQ/w400-h266/chalkboard-paint-The-Paint-People.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><h3 style="clear: both;"><b style="font-size: xx-large;"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;">05 Chalk It Out</span></b> </h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Imagine the possibilities for your home when you try a chalkboard paint DIY project. Chalkboard paint can be used on walls, inside cabinet doors, and even on furniture. With the advances in chalkboard paint, you can now get it in most paint colors too!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvbDrB0IYGwSQvr2Ovb4Xsy1ZL74QAgcJjVclrHiMKrrFkONLPtm1RMro8-CXX1fkBj4PKrj521GMKtcL8u-EeigNX-_ITc0_toegGhpbxcPlYk1uzzt6Rw6tvhxsoh9S6TBVV5_QO78g/s640/home-design.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvbDrB0IYGwSQvr2Ovb4Xsy1ZL74QAgcJjVclrHiMKrrFkONLPtm1RMro8-CXX1fkBj4PKrj521GMKtcL8u-EeigNX-_ITc0_toegGhpbxcPlYk1uzzt6Rw6tvhxsoh9S6TBVV5_QO78g/w400-h300/home-design.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><h3 style="clear: both;"><b style="font-size: xx-large;"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;">06 Bright and Bold</span></b> </h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Updating your front door with a bright paint color is the top curb appeal booster for your home. Front door color inspiration can come from your garden, your home's architectural style, or your interior décor. Once you've chosen your color, you'll want to make sure you have the tools and the instructions for this DIY project before you begin. For a longer-lasting paint job, safely strip existing coatings first! My favorite safer stripper is <a href="https://www.ezstrip.ca/shop/paint-varnish-stripper/">EZ Strip Paint & Varnish Stripper</a>!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhr2BHfTWTUE98EJV5-vIgx_j3idkCIIH1XW5ctKUg1iM-lNCvWbx4m6IqXl1p8-lcH562VRfOJ07EZ7Z4PDSKNrJ30mkU4J2GPLsEPBcipct-BlcEHD3lhXezxUd3w7pLhc9CFfC8HYEA/s1326/paint-a-laminate-dresser-573abae95f9b58723db2fd10.webp" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="878" data-original-width="1326" height="265" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhr2BHfTWTUE98EJV5-vIgx_j3idkCIIH1XW5ctKUg1iM-lNCvWbx4m6IqXl1p8-lcH562VRfOJ07EZ7Z4PDSKNrJ30mkU4J2GPLsEPBcipct-BlcEHD3lhXezxUd3w7pLhc9CFfC8HYEA/w400-h265/paint-a-laminate-dresser-573abae95f9b58723db2fd10.webp" width="400" /></a></div><h3 style="clear: both;"><b style="font-size: xx-large;"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;">07 Unexpected Dimension</span></b> </h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Your furniture doesn't have to be an heirloom or designer piece to be stylish. Laminate furniture can be transformed with paint. You can paint your laminate furniture in one great color, try a color-block design, or even a pattern. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAdMIs6gg7HMFINy7TdT4K6B6XCylYTVoSNGesDS4ptk5-lG7XNPORbCcjIYB_mT9MLVMuTye3egZ_EhTjvmZi3v9MGdBLrnYJmtElgfgPtEPrgyDwVKNRKqGtkhq7kSgP8VJYFgaAERY/s600/Bright-orangen-accent-wall-paint-colors-for-living-room-with-dark-hardwood-floors.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="400" data-original-width="600" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAdMIs6gg7HMFINy7TdT4K6B6XCylYTVoSNGesDS4ptk5-lG7XNPORbCcjIYB_mT9MLVMuTye3egZ_EhTjvmZi3v9MGdBLrnYJmtElgfgPtEPrgyDwVKNRKqGtkhq7kSgP8VJYFgaAERY/w400-h266/Bright-orangen-accent-wall-paint-colors-for-living-room-with-dark-hardwood-floors.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><h3 style="clear: both;"><b style="font-size: xx-large;"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;">08 Trendy Accents</span></b> </h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Everyone knows that accent walls are one of the easiest ways to transform any room with color. Adding an accent wall is a simple way to add an accent color to a tired color palette, or add a focal point to a room without any architectural features. Any color can be used for your accent wall DIY paint project, but be sure to plan out your color palette first so that you can tie everything together. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMcOMW8Ot0YT4rIh6AYlT2_C8KfyDaWLXeDuUFAf4DedmqtLQsLPl14MIcmiWtIAOO9FjahV3R0TfRloQtCyEbngVKr8EMWnjlxhjQ25UuvpTBmgRbJLEQucLXLOgsY4A7kxX3AJCkjG8/s1488/powder-room-paint-ideas-573aa9823df78c6bb0e12707.webp" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="784" data-original-width="1488" height="211" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMcOMW8Ot0YT4rIh6AYlT2_C8KfyDaWLXeDuUFAf4DedmqtLQsLPl14MIcmiWtIAOO9FjahV3R0TfRloQtCyEbngVKr8EMWnjlxhjQ25UuvpTBmgRbJLEQucLXLOgsY4A7kxX3AJCkjG8/w400-h211/powder-room-paint-ideas-573aa9823df78c6bb0e12707.webp" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><h3 style="clear: both;"><b style="font-size: xx-large;"><span style="color: #6fa8dc;">09 It's Time for a Makeover!</span></b> </h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Most two-story homes have a small bathroom downstairs that was designed for convenience. Though this bathroom may not be used exclusively by guests, there is no reason not to express your dramatic side by creating a stunning powder room.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The fun of decorating this tiny bathroom is that it is the one room in your home that doesn't have to "look bigger." You can choose whatever paint color you like as long as you have the right lighting. Powder rooms are where you can express your style without a thought to the rest of the house. Choose a favorite color, replace a boring mirror with a pretty framed one, and add decorative accents for a simple bathroom makeover.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhi0aumsEGdoCiIsYWLQilQ09pkFktSdEdOZj0XfeR2IacHezdWJwW6JUqOVddxwXbzGTOaj23cLRI8hY2dGDkJNGCseUG4DU7eLM6T5hXRnpQvJNceUPh25huTL5GEOTrq0R9logmqvxw/s530/paint-a-pillow-diy-stenciled-accent-pillows-530x354.webp" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="354" data-original-width="530" height="268" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhi0aumsEGdoCiIsYWLQilQ09pkFktSdEdOZj0XfeR2IacHezdWJwW6JUqOVddxwXbzGTOaj23cLRI8hY2dGDkJNGCseUG4DU7eLM6T5hXRnpQvJNceUPh25huTL5GEOTrq0R9logmqvxw/w400-h268/paint-a-pillow-diy-stenciled-accent-pillows-530x354.webp" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><h3 style="clear: both;"><span style="color: #6fa8dc; font-size: x-large;">10 Mix and Match</span> </h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Throw pillows are the quickest and easiest way to add a pop of color or pattern to any room. More than an afterthought, throw pillows are the finishing touch when you decorate a room. If you want to totally customize your space, try the throw pillow stencil designs from <a href="https://paintapillow.com/">paintapillow.com</a>. With their unique system, choice of modern and romantic designs, and fabric paint color selection, you can create a completely customized style at home.</div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Thanks for reading! If you liked this post and want some more of the good stuff be sure to subscribe to our <a href="https://ezstripblog.blogspot.com/">EZ Strip Blog</a> today.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfgGueFMRBMCRp7KVV0JnU5wqXYmV-mfGzKKAYx6Co8iNstC9IafaBq6LJevicT1GYoLOVyUZo66dVSkFjMEXcGpXYwVpQ50F4jdZfLZmSIDwqyvqe4I-PdoJPPw3eeKzf1WTnY3L_dEtq/s1680/ezlogo_pantoneleaves_crop+%25281%2529.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="454" data-original-width="1680" height="108" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfgGueFMRBMCRp7KVV0JnU5wqXYmV-mfGzKKAYx6Co8iNstC9IafaBq6LJevicT1GYoLOVyUZo66dVSkFjMEXcGpXYwVpQ50F4jdZfLZmSIDwqyvqe4I-PdoJPPw3eeKzf1WTnY3L_dEtq/w400-h108/ezlogo_pantoneleaves_crop+%25281%2529.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div></div>EZ Strip Inchttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14775464194020898881noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7328039631552303671.post-28476497601277388712021-04-01T12:19:00.002-07:002021-04-06T09:24:15.156-07:00 Indoor Toxins: How To Reduce Exposure In Your Home<h2 style="text-align: center;">Recognize and avoid the most common toxins </h2><h2 style="text-align: center;">found in homes today.</h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLsz97uAX6WBl1cMVE15KPidRDvGZxhLyrMlALqDi8_zIAkgPEyVSRWuYRNVzCHRfhY9JXkvZjngjV8fAhXI5YSydvjZsF0y3ttWxtqajdzk-ax7sCMQHsXjYcIFbz2bSNjNQ8NywRPJnf/s1062/girl-reading.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="708" data-original-width="1062" height="325" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLsz97uAX6WBl1cMVE15KPidRDvGZxhLyrMlALqDi8_zIAkgPEyVSRWuYRNVzCHRfhY9JXkvZjngjV8fAhXI5YSydvjZsF0y3ttWxtqajdzk-ax7sCMQHsXjYcIFbz2bSNjNQ8NywRPJnf/w487-h325/girl-reading.jpg" width="487" /></a></div><h3 style="text-align: center;">Indoor air can have higher concentrations of toxins than outdoor air. Ironically, these chemical toxins come from the products we use to make our lives better.</h3><div><br /></div><div><div>Realistically, most consumers are unable or do not have the time or expertise to monitor products and materials for hazardous material content. But there a few simple strategies which can be taken to reduce exposure to toxins in the home.</div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Know the most common toxins that are found in homes today</li><li>Find safe substitutes, mitigate the hazard or do without the product</li><li>Ventilate your home regularly, especially during the winter months</li></ul><h2 style="text-align: center;"><br /></h2><h2 style="text-align: center;">The Most Common Toxins Found in Homes Today</h2></div></div><h3 style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: right;"><br /></div>1. Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)</h3><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEho05SeWQ2Ia4oKEXuAq0SevjlPBJ9o8esnYXc7pgBUf9pod3xfaIylDmDig5lOi4YLMY96XR3GSaIWbAFgmyF-Ozf2g9pnXGEZPCyYo4OsToJ7Uj3WOXZta7NUOk4jeiZMgscnlNU4vJTK/s480/unnamed_cropped.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="270" data-original-width="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEho05SeWQ2Ia4oKEXuAq0SevjlPBJ9o8esnYXc7pgBUf9pod3xfaIylDmDig5lOi4YLMY96XR3GSaIWbAFgmyF-Ozf2g9pnXGEZPCyYo4OsToJ7Uj3WOXZta7NUOk4jeiZMgscnlNU4vJTK/s320/unnamed_cropped.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>VOCs are a group of chemicals that vaporize easily and bring gas pollutants into the home from a variety of sources. There are over 400 compounds in the VOC family that have been identified in the home and of these over 200 can be found in carpeting. According to the EPA, VOCs tend to be even higher (two to five times) in indoor air than outdoor air, likely because they are present in so many household products.</div><div><br /></div><h4 style="text-align: left;">Risks</h4><div>Eye and respiratory tract irritation, headaches, dizziness, visual disorders, and memory impairment; chronic exposure increases the risk of cancer, liver, kidney and central nervous system damage. Persons with respiratory problems such as asthma, young children, the elderly, and persons with heightened sensitivity to chemicals may be more susceptible to irritation and illness from VOCs.</div><div><br /></div><h4 style="text-align: left;">Sources</h4><div>New carpets and home furnishings, interior paints, paint removal products, particleboard, plywood and pressed wood products, new plastics and electronics, deodorants, cleaning fluids, varnishes, shampoos and cosmetics, dry cleaned clothing, moth repellents, air fresheners, and during the burning of wood stoves and tobacco products.</div><div><br /></div><h4 style="text-align: left;">How To Minimize Exposure:</h4><div><b>Avoid Products with High VOC Content:</b> Look for “Low-VOC” and “Zero-VOC” paints and finishes for indoor painting. The same goes for paint and finish removal products. Buy solid wood, hardboard or ‘exterior grade’ plywood in place of pressed wood products. Establish a “no smoking” policy in your home. Consider buying antique furniture.</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Ventilate:</b> By increasing ventilation, you can lower the concentration of VOCs in your home. If new carpeting or vinyl flooring has been installed, or a room freshly painted, open windows and doors, and use a house fan to direct the room air outwards.</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Allow New Products to Off-Gas Before Bringing Them Into the Home:</b> If you just bought a new stuffed couch, for example, unwrap it and leave it in the garage for a couple of days before bringing indoors. Seal particle board or pressed wood items with varnish or paint before bringing them indoors.</div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">2. Pesticides<br /></h3><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7p2bw8vzYCPi0VVBPM54pVIfMdK-SdYTh-YFo3iSciiiQMM4jymBWsdWRGUFwAdUei93kQAaK4zjDOwkWv6M3NWoGp92SSi3PSHFugvO2pcKwiwpFJacehkK_nivmrTTnQbx6or_bw7Ka/s278/download.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="182" data-original-width="278" height="210" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7p2bw8vzYCPi0VVBPM54pVIfMdK-SdYTh-YFo3iSciiiQMM4jymBWsdWRGUFwAdUei93kQAaK4zjDOwkWv6M3NWoGp92SSi3PSHFugvO2pcKwiwpFJacehkK_nivmrTTnQbx6or_bw7Ka/w320-h210/download.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>According to the EPA, 60 percent of herbicides, 90 percent of fungicides and 30 percent of insecticides are known to be carcinogenic. Alarmingly, pesticide residues have been detected in 50 percent to 95 percent of U.S. foods.</div><div><br /></div><h4 style="text-align: left;">Risks</h4><div>Irritation of eye, nose and throat, damage to CNS and kidney, increased risk of cancer, Parkinson’s disease, miscarriage, nerve damage, birth defects, blocking the absorption of food nutrients.</div><div><br /></div><h4 style="text-align: left;">Sources</h4><div>Food (some fruits, vegetables and commercially raised meats), household pest control products and sprays, and some chemical lawn treatments which drift or are tracked indoors.</div><div><br /></div><h4 style="text-align: left;">How To Minimize Exposure:</h4><div><b>Establish A ‘No-Shoes’ Policy in Your Home:</b> The simplest way to keep outdoor pesticides, especially lawn chemicals, from entering your home is to have family members and visitors leave their shoes at the door. This will also reduce the need for home cleaning. </div><div><br /></div><div><b>Avoid Using Chemical-Based Pest Control Products in the Home:</b> There are safe alternatives for pest control available today which can effectively control most insect pests without the need for harmful chemicals. Pest control products with chemical formulations should be used only where the more benign product fails to remedy the insect problem.</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Buy Fresh, Organic Produce:</b> For the freshest organic vegetables, grow your own produce in a simple backyard garden. Or choose foods that are known to have fewer pesticides applied during the growing season.</div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>3. Mold and Other Fungal Toxins<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9qz7a1v5R9yKApOQdxXBiDis77yaMD60AD1N_35U9cUZuYuhUXkcXTceGVgYJl4SHVh3LcalCms2drDoe2bEQGQnYeoGt2hiILXPW-05Gh_NtXpDAjgj3UdqBNOgHn3zwaf5d7__s7SSY/s750/5c1ab3dc01c0ea1233396b64_cropped.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="479" data-original-width="750" height="204" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9qz7a1v5R9yKApOQdxXBiDis77yaMD60AD1N_35U9cUZuYuhUXkcXTceGVgYJl4SHVh3LcalCms2drDoe2bEQGQnYeoGt2hiILXPW-05Gh_NtXpDAjgj3UdqBNOgHn3zwaf5d7__s7SSY/w320-h204/5c1ab3dc01c0ea1233396b64_cropped.jpg" width="320" /></a></div></h3><div>One in three people has had an allergic reaction to mold. Mycotoxins (fungal toxins) can cause a range of health problems with exposure to only a small amount.</div><div><br /></div><h4 style="text-align: left;">Risks</h4><div>There is no consensus among scientists about the health hazards of mycotoxins. Mycotoxins may have toxic effects ranging from irritation of mucous membrane to suppression of the immune system and cancer.</div><div><br /></div><h4 style="text-align: left;">Sources</h4><div>Contaminated buildings, damp areas with frequent temperature changes, airborne particles from furnace blower or air conditioning unit.</div><div><br /></div><h4 style="text-align: left;">How To Minimize Exposure:</h4><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Keep filters clean on heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems</li><li>Remove any water sources to mold affected area; dry thoroughly</li><li>Keep relative humidity below 60%, which may require a dehumidifier in some areas</li><li>Store items with high cellulose content (newspapers, drywall, cardboard) in dry areas</li></ul><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">4. Phthalates and PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride)<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJt18YC3OrOsIUXNWoOXmgV5zud1uTkfNqzrp1qqGYOSfrgzrGcw4ZsTZ2fyf6uqPFZQvnO5MFc8bRuHsxJ6iF3tjomSBg746_f87S7CJ02WDMAWAh-Sj_FU0nsGejUqsmxBEaiQq6m-xB/s1200/5936_cropped.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="777" data-original-width="1200" height="207" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJt18YC3OrOsIUXNWoOXmgV5zud1uTkfNqzrp1qqGYOSfrgzrGcw4ZsTZ2fyf6uqPFZQvnO5MFc8bRuHsxJ6iF3tjomSBg746_f87S7CJ02WDMAWAh-Sj_FU0nsGejUqsmxBEaiQq6m-xB/w320-h207/5936_cropped.jpg" width="320" /></a></div></h3></div><div>PVCs contain phthalates, a class of widely used industrial compounds known technically as dialkyl or alkyl aryl esters of 1,2-benzenedicarboxylic acid. There are many phthalates with many uses, and just as many toxicological properties. These chemicals are used primarily to lengthen the life of fragrances and soften plastics.</div><div><br /></div><h4 style="text-align: left;">Risks</h4><div>Endocrine system damage (phthalates chemically mimic hormones and are particularly dangerous to children). Researchers have associated pregnant women’s exposure to phthalates with adverse effects on the genital development of their children. These risks may even prevail in low-dose exposure.</div><div><br /></div><h4 style="text-align: left;">Sources</h4><div>Plastic wrap, plastic bottles, plastic food storage containers, which can leach phthalates into our food. PVC in some consumer products such as vinyl flooring, drapes and wall-coverings, baby’s toys, shower curtains, blow-up air mattresses, cosmetics and fixatives.</div><div><br /></div><h4 style="text-align: left;">How to Minimize Exposure:</h4><div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Check the label of baby products to ensure they are phthalate-free.</li><li>When buying plastic products for the home, ask if they contain PVC or phthalates.</li><li>Avoid eating food stored or microwaved in PVC plastic.</li><li>Look for recycling code #3 or V to spot PVC products before they enter your home.</li><li>Look for PVC-free draperies, window blinds and shades; choose natural fibers such as cotton, linen, wood, bamboo, silk or hemp.</li></ul><div><br /></div></div></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">5. Heavy Metals<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRo03TzT9fDatnZ2gtU-0a9VxJeTjY6mRqneyddJQGqX4A1ShfUEtxE6V15UGe4etOeaXpv3QdffxNL5agkK9pCZtjt_FMVzeO8sw6YtPbFjY0AGgN2RxHB-zqw-nf0GohENMF_Vp3Tj19/s1500/heavy-metals-1500-x-1125-opti.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="1500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRo03TzT9fDatnZ2gtU-0a9VxJeTjY6mRqneyddJQGqX4A1ShfUEtxE6V15UGe4etOeaXpv3QdffxNL5agkK9pCZtjt_FMVzeO8sw6YtPbFjY0AGgN2RxHB-zqw-nf0GohENMF_Vp3Tj19/w320-h240/heavy-metals-1500-x-1125-opti.jpg" width="320" /></a></div></h3><div><br /></div><div>Metals like arsenic, mercury, lead, aluminum and cadmium, which are prevalent in many areas of our environment, can accumulate in soft tissues of the body.</div><div><br /></div><h4 style="text-align: left;">Risks</h4><div>Cancer, neurological disorders, Alzheimer’s disease, foggy head, fatigue, nausea and vomiting, decreased production of red and white blood cells, abnormal heart rhythm, damage to blood vessels.</div><div><br /></div><h4 style="text-align: left;">Sources</h4><div>Drinking water, some seafood, vaccines, pesticides, preserved wood, antiperspirant, building materials, dental amalgams, chlorine plants, lead paints.</div><div><br /></div><h4 style="text-align: left;">How To Minimize Exposure:</h4><div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Install water filters.</li><li>Use cold water for drinking, making tea or coffee, and cooking.</li><li>Avoid fish high in mercury, such as king mackerel, tilefish, swordfish, shark, orange roughy, and marlin. Limit consumption of tuna, especially steaks and canned ‘white’ albacore.</li><li>If your home was built before 1978, check for lead paint.</li><li>Avoid buying products made with PFC, such as Teflon cookware and Scotchgard.</li><li>Avoid using treated wood (CCA or ACZA) on decks or children’s play structures.</li></ul></div></div><h2 style="text-align: center;"><br /></h2><h2 style="text-align: center;">General Strategies to Reduce Toxin Levels in the Home</h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPr0jS0b25WRkhHikPPlpgcTRjoHJHaBi0rgjXu83VUuDNYTUB7xwO7vxrH8soUDsPaLzfaKWBkM3YUYujLW09jPeGYcv_6-gwd9gOt0IIWvF23df1Pg1U1pYF7HR2WsiQrmGsk_xJsqhh/s1200/detox-your-home-1200x900.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="900" data-original-width="1200" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPr0jS0b25WRkhHikPPlpgcTRjoHJHaBi0rgjXu83VUuDNYTUB7xwO7vxrH8soUDsPaLzfaKWBkM3YUYujLW09jPeGYcv_6-gwd9gOt0IIWvF23df1Pg1U1pYF7HR2WsiQrmGsk_xJsqhh/w400-h300/detox-your-home-1200x900.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div>While it is difficult to identify a specific toxin in the home and take appropriate measures to contain exposure to it, here are some general strategies to reduce the overall level of toxins in the home:</div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Only Use Natural Cleaning Products in Your Home</h3><div>Most health food stores will have these available or you can make your own cleaning products using safe ingredients.</div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Avoid Using:</h3><div>Avoid using artificial air fresheners, dryer sheets, fabric softeners or other synthetic fragrances as they can pollute the air you are breathing.</div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Establish a ‘No Shoe’ Policy in Your Home</h3><div>To drastically reduce the number of pesticides and other chemicals that you may pick up outside, have visitors and family members leave shoes at the door. Residuals of toxic chemicals may last for years in carpets.</div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Avoid Using Lawn Care Chemicals</h3><div>Residue is easily tracked indoors where chemicals can persist in carpeting and furnishings. Use natural lawn care methods which eliminate the need for chemical fertilizers and herbicides.</div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Avoid Using Chemical Pest Control Products</h3><div>There are safe, non-toxic alternatives for controlling insect pests in the home, including many new non-toxic pest control products for the homeowner.</div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Use Low-VOC Paints, Removers, Caulks, Sealants, Finishes, and Carpeting</h3><div><div>Look for low-VOC labelling on sealing and finishing products. Most major paint brands now carry ‘low’ and ‘zero’ VOC lines for interior painting. For low-VOC paint and coating, removers <a href="https://www.ezstrip.ca/">click here</a></div></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Use Toxin-Reducing Houseplants</h3><div>Researchers from NASA have identified certain houseplants which are useful in absorbing potentially harmful gases and cleaning the air inside homes.</div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Change or Clean Your Furnace or A/C Filters</h3><div>At least once every 1-3 months depending on use.</div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Ventilate</h3><div>Modern homes and businesses are created to be leakproof; meaning, toxins are sealed in and fresh air is sealed out! To ventilate indoor air in winter, open doors and windows on opposing sides of the room to facilitate airflow, and close them in 5 – 10 minutes. The furnishings, drywall and any stonework will retain residual heat and restore room temperatures quickly.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Thank for reading! If you liked this and would like to read more be sure to subscribe, comment, and share <a href="https://ezstripblog.blogspot.com/">https://ezstripblog.blogspot.com/</a></div>EZ Strip Inchttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14775464194020898881noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7328039631552303671.post-59660232337123038002021-02-24T11:57:00.004-08:002021-02-25T11:05:59.116-08:00 A DIY-er’s Guide on Refinishing Solid Wood Furniture<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrZdAzyOOqwgiu8rH9-oZvKEeHUvWXM_if16fOO9X2-1_afXe7lIFL5ZZJTlBBMUpwv8p0WJAeLoFFCNr7SuxwLePazTnOi4jHvi7C4VpzavdQ61u6vqsUxKC_ROx_SP5bTY10-f1kxPIi/s660/7.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="187" data-original-width="660" height="155" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrZdAzyOOqwgiu8rH9-oZvKEeHUvWXM_if16fOO9X2-1_afXe7lIFL5ZZJTlBBMUpwv8p0WJAeLoFFCNr7SuxwLePazTnOi4jHvi7C4VpzavdQ61u6vqsUxKC_ROx_SP5bTY10-f1kxPIi/w546-h155/7.jpg" width="546" /></a></div><br /><div style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt; text-align: left;">Refinishing old wooden
furniture can be a creative and rewarding DIY project that provides you with
high-quality pieces for your home. Whether you’re restoring a family heirloom
or you’ve found a diamond in the rough, the following tips for refinishing wood
furniture will help you in your next project. </span></div><div style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt; text-align: left;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">If you’re wondering what signs you should look
for when deciding to refinish your furniture or if you should restore it at
all, there are some initial considerations to look at. The first step should be
to look at the unique piece and determine whether it’s worth undertaking a
restoration project or not. Ask yourself some of the following questions:</span></div>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-outline-level: 4;"><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Is the piece painted?<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">If a piece is painted, there’s usually a reason
for it. Owners paint over pieces when they are trying to cover up dents, stains
and other imperfections. You might be getting more than you bargained for with
a painted wood piece. In some cases, you may be better off choosing a piece
that only has varnish on it.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-outline-level: 4;"><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Was the piece built solidly?<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Pieces from before the 1960s are generally
built from solid wood. Any pieces after that aren’t usually made from solid
wood and are instead made from laminates and particleboard. These materials are
usually not worth refinishing. On the flip side, older wooden pieces from
before 1850 can be quite valuable. If you aren’t sure of a piece’s value,
consult an antique expert before starting a refinishing project.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-outline-level: 4;"><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Is it stable or will it need to be re-glued?<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Test out the sturdiness of the piece. If it
sways from side to side or if it’s uneven or coming apart anywhere, then it
will need to be taken apart and re-glued (and held together with a clamp until
the glue dries) to ensure it’s stable. Ask yourself if this is a step you’re
willing to take. If so, can you do this yourself or will you have to hire an
expert to do it? If you’re specifically wondering how to refinish wood
dressers, pay attention to the drawers and whether they are holding together
properly.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Based on your answers to these questions, you
should be able to determine how much of your own sweat equity you’re willing to
invest in a furniture restoration project. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-outline-level: 3;"><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Wood Furniture Refinishing Supplies Checklist<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiG7YLrlvK_AviLE3dlBWFNY866secYFGuwpMZ2Pm9t5oyqtblLzvRe511gjHBDeBUp8SB8R5TYxOi2eXJygCiUULXOino0NBXltB8lU1nPtQDJ5PPIRcEdU7cikc9xPYIHUDip0e5TmGY8/s661/8-amishoutlet-supplies.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="251" data-original-width="661" height="201" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiG7YLrlvK_AviLE3dlBWFNY866secYFGuwpMZ2Pm9t5oyqtblLzvRe511gjHBDeBUp8SB8R5TYxOi2eXJygCiUULXOino0NBXltB8lU1nPtQDJ5PPIRcEdU7cikc9xPYIHUDip0e5TmGY8/w528-h201/8-amishoutlet-supplies.jpg" width="528" /></a></div><br /><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Before getting started on your wooden furniture
restoration or refinishing project, it’s important to get all of your supplies
in order so you can complete your project more efficiently. Below is a helpful
supplies checklist to follow when beginning your next wood furniture
refinishing project:</span></p>
<ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Dish soap, sponges and towels<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Paint stripper<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Power sander<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Sandpaper in multiple grits<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Paint scrapers (plastic or metal)<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Epoxy putty<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Wood sealant/Varnish/Polyurethane<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Wood stain or paint (be sure to pick the correct colour)<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Drop cloths<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Wax coating product<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Eye protection<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Latex gloves<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Vacuum cleaner<o:p></o:p></span></li>
</ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Other supplies that may come in handy include:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Paintbrushes<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Painter’s tape<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Plenty of clean rags and cloths<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">A bucket for clean water<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Stir sticks<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Glue and clamps for repairing and reinforcing furniture
if needed<o:p></o:p></span></li>
</ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-outline-level: 3;"><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"><br /></span></b></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-outline-level: 3;"><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Best Tips for Refinishing Furniture<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">If you’ve decided that you are going to move
forward with refinishing your wood furniture, then there are a few guidelines
to follow.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"> </span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Below are six essential steps that address how
to refinish wood furniture and how to strip finished wood:</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-outline-level: 3;"><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Step 1: Clean the Piece<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">The most fundamental step of any furniture
refinishing or renewing project is to give the piece in question a good and
thorough clean. This is especially true if the piece has been in storage or has
been kept outside for an extended time. Additionally, if you don’t know exactly
where the piece came from, it’s likely covered in a layer of grime from dust
and dirt buildup.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Many people think that using a heavy-duty
cleaner will work more effectively on an especially dirty piece. However, the
simplest and most effective way to clean the piece and protect it is to simply
use a mixture of dish soap and warm water. Most trusted professionals suggest using Dawn
or a similar brand of dish detergent to get the job done.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Scrub down the surface using gentle strokes with
a soaped-up sponge. Once you’ve scrubbed the surface clean, rinse it off with
fresh water using the wrung-out sponge. After the soap has been cleared away,
pat the piece dry with a towel.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-outline-level: 3;"><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Step 2: Assess the Furniture’s Current State<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
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better idea of the overall scale of the project. If you’re dealing with an
especially old piece, you may find there are white rings, paint stains, dents,
chips and cracks.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Take an overall assessment of the piece and
determine what will need to be done to make these repairs. This will help you
determine which supplies you’ll need such as scrapers, epoxy putty and wax
filling compound.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-outline-level: 3;"><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Step 3: Remove Old Finish<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">If you’ve never done so, then you may be
wondering how to strip the finish off of wood. There are two main ways to do this.
The first way is to sand it off and the second way is to use a chemical
stripper:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-outline-level: 4;"><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 12pt;">Sanding:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Caution if your furniture has a thin veneer
sanding the finish is not a good option as you can sand right through it and
cause difficulty to repair the damage. Also, keep in mind the dust that will be
created will cause a lot of extra clean-up. Use coarse sandpaper, a sanding
block or a power sander to strip the finish off until the surface is smooth.
Once most of the finish is off, switch to medium grit sandpaper to further
remove any shine. Finally, finish off with a fine-grit sandpaper to smooth out
the wood until all finish is completely removed. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-outline-level: 4;"><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 12pt;"><br />
Chemical Stripper:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Caution carefully research the product you want
to use to make sure you are not exposing yourself to harmful chemicals. There
are safer chemical stripping options available. Our recommended source for
safer chemical stripping options is EZ Strip. <a href="https://www.blogger.com/u/1/blog/post/edit/2955854700178996051/6646085118771674388?hl=en"><span style="color: blue;">https://www.ezstrip.ca/</span></a> Chemical stripping
products are designed to effortlessly strip the finish off wood. Spread the
stripper over the surface of the wood evenly using a paintbrush. Let the
stripper sit for the amount of time recommended by the stripping product, when
it's ready you can scrape it off. Continue to use a scraper or paint stripping
pad for detailed areas until you’ve scraped all the finish off. Be sure to wipe
down the wood (EZ Strip only requires water while other products may require lacquer
thinner) and remove any leftover residue, finish, or wax from the stripper.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-outline-level: 4;"><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 12pt;">Stripping Old Varnish and Paint Mess from Wood with EZ Strip<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="211" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/WH6QZCliLAI" width="305" youtube-src-id="WH6QZCliLAI"></iframe></div><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">If you’ve never stripped the finish off of wood
before, here are some tips you can follow to make the job safer and easier:</span></p>
<ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Wear protective gear including eye goggles, and gloves.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Read the chemical stripper product label before
beginning and follow as directed (especially the amount of time to let the
stripper sit on the surface of the wood).<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Use drop cloths or plastic underneath the furniture
before sanding or using the chemical stripper.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Apply chemical stripper using fast and even brushstrokes as the product will begin to evaporate.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Use a brush to get into grooves.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Reapply another coat of stripper over the top of the
finish that doesn’t remove after 30 minutes of soaking.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Let the piece air dry for 24 hours before moving on to
the next step.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Dispose of the leftover chemical products safely by
first checking with your local waste disposal company. (EZ Strip product
can be disposed of safely in your household garbage)<o:p></o:p></span></li>
</ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-outline-level: 3;"><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"> </span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-outline-level: 3;"><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Step 4: Apply a Coat of Sealant<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjT71G_OITCIgi3_K6lgJsdNY613abm3EczVuVdun5R9RX_WpMKzqYr796gniseigZYN7CS-5cBy9GpXVPVUxasFX96vfz1hBxRKg57OUxyNTVH-IX5teUq1Nnav2kSbxZ0Nm1qS74G47bT/s661/6-amishoutlet-grain.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="251" data-original-width="661" height="198" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjT71G_OITCIgi3_K6lgJsdNY613abm3EczVuVdun5R9RX_WpMKzqYr796gniseigZYN7CS-5cBy9GpXVPVUxasFX96vfz1hBxRKg57OUxyNTVH-IX5teUq1Nnav2kSbxZ0Nm1qS74G47bT/w519-h198/6-amishoutlet-grain.jpg" width="519" /></a></div><br /><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">After you’ve stripped the finish and let the
piece fully dry, it’s time to move on to coating. If you’ve used a chemical
stripping product, you may need to sand the furniture surface using 120 grit
paper to ensure you’ve completely removed any residue.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">An optional step is to fill in the grain of your
wood furniture to your liking. If your furniture has a tight wood grain, then
it won’t need grain filler. However, if your furniture has a more open grain
such as with oak or mahogany woods, then you can apply a grain filler. You’ll
need to choose the correct grain filling product depending on whether you want
to emphasize or de-emphasize the grain and what the desired colour will be in
the end. Also, check whether the grain filling product should be applied before
or after staining.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Finally, you’ll want to seal the wood to prepare
it for staining. A sealant product protects the wood and creates a base for the
stain to spread more evenly. Apply a thick coat of sealant and allow it to soak
into the wood. Wipe off any excess using a clean rag. Once the sealant has
dried, sand down the furniture surfaces again with fine grit sandpaper.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-outline-level: 3;"><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Step 5: Stain or Paint the Wood<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">The next step after applying the sealant is to
stain or paint your wood furniture piece. This is a personal decision, and
there isn’t necessarily a right or wrong answer. When choosing between staining
or painting your wood furniture piece consider the following:<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">If the piece is antique, you may not want to paint
over it so it can retain its authenticity.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">If you don’t like the existing colour or grain of the
wood, then you may prefer it to be painted a different colour.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">If the piece will be used in a high-traffic area, it
may be more resistant to damage with a stain and sealant than with paint.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">If the piece isn’t constructed from high-quality
materials, then you may choose to paint it to make it look better.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">There are several options to choose from when it comes
to stains. There are water-based, oil-based or gel stains. There are also
products that are a two-in-one stain and finish. Be sure to follow the
instructions on the product label before beginning the staining step.
There are many colours to choose from so be sure to test the stain colour on
another piece of wood before applying it to your furniture.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Paints also have multiple options to choose from. There
are different paint finishes such as oil-based enamel or latex that will
provide a durable coating. Follow the instructions on the product label
before applying the coat of paint.<o:p></o:p></span></li>
</ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-outline-level: 4;"><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 12pt;"> </span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-outline-level: 3;"><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Step 6: Apply a Coat of Finish<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYtJanjgUIMuQfupek0Vl8wIZ01z-o-LWt4ReWyim1RCaWb0XsDJ_VxL17JZapzk4pEVZ-OgOLemv491mTJ3wOkWVa6KLDUzxRoEuRtvk9PwI2m_uCbNBjNdZmhZcw3IkKvKQGeLVCw-Wn/s661/7-amishoutlet-coat.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="251" data-original-width="661" height="195" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYtJanjgUIMuQfupek0Vl8wIZ01z-o-LWt4ReWyim1RCaWb0XsDJ_VxL17JZapzk4pEVZ-OgOLemv491mTJ3wOkWVa6KLDUzxRoEuRtvk9PwI2m_uCbNBjNdZmhZcw3IkKvKQGeLVCw-Wn/w511-h195/7-amishoutlet-coat.jpg" width="511" /></a></div><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">The last step after staining or painting your
wooden furniture piece is to apply a finish coat. There are different finish
products to choose from. Your choice will depend on several factors including:</span></p>
<ul type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The wood furniture look you desire<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The durability you need<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">The type of wood your furniture is made from<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">How the item will be used and how frequently<o:p></o:p></span></li>
<li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; font-size: 13.5pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Your own skill level<o:p></o:p></span></li>
</ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Because certain finishes are meant to be sprayed
on, they require additional spray tools to get the job done. For beginners and
hobbyists, it’s recommended to use finishes you can wipe or brush on.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Once you’ve selected the best finish product for
your specific furniture piece, you can add a coat of paste wax to enhance its
lustre and further protect it from scratches.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-outline-level: 3;"><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Last-Minute Tips on Refinishing Wooden Furniture<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDiHVmidvGvGZB5KXRJwT3vpVe48ZuZO1UCyaubye_NmnsV7fkkLQbXNCRFlswxeTZrlTO_aYfJI4MZnoBV6BDGPijmzD1AJ8seZ3iYWGyts0hkULfJKMX4MWsk_GeYueR-MZl9fAH-Acs/s661/9-amishoutlet-tips.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="251" data-original-width="661" height="191" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDiHVmidvGvGZB5KXRJwT3vpVe48ZuZO1UCyaubye_NmnsV7fkkLQbXNCRFlswxeTZrlTO_aYfJI4MZnoBV6BDGPijmzD1AJ8seZ3iYWGyts0hkULfJKMX4MWsk_GeYueR-MZl9fAH-Acs/w502-h191/9-amishoutlet-tips.jpg" width="502" /></a></div><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Now that you have a better understanding of the
process of deciding when to refinish wood furniture and how to do it, here are
some helpful tips to consider along the way:</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-outline-level: 4;"><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 12pt;">Use Full or Natural Light:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">When staining or painting your
wood furniture piece, be sure that you’re working in a fully lit space. This
will help you to see any drips, runs or missed spots before it’s too late.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-outline-level: 4;"><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 12pt;">Keep Your Workspace Clean:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Throughout the whole furniture refinishing
process, remember to keep your workspace as clean as possible. This includes
vacuuming up dust after sanding. Dust particles can get trapped on the wood’s
surface and get underneath the stains and topcoats. Once you’ve vacuumed the
dust, wipe down the wood with a damp cloth before applying the finish.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-outline-level: 4;"><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 12pt;">Stir Products:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Never shake a container of stain or finish.
Instead, gently stir the mixture to ensure all ingredients are properly
dispersed and not settled at the bottom.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-outline-level: 4;"><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 12pt;">Test the Stain Colour:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Don’t rely on what the samples tell you when
deciding how the stain will look. Always test the stain first on a discrete
area of your furniture before applying it all over. This will prevent any unwanted
surprises when you begin to cover the more prominent areas.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-outline-level: 3;"><b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Preserving Your Wood Furniture<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvj_yNfj8iTThab5wXB-MG8-ujbT9eeX7ZfplkkXrCjczIzm2DEEBnfsFvR-BNuRNgD6dKjQIxgzFD0DZIPGHsvvyXYscq92dp05G1Mr26V79wzQWtzFKywTzuBsAVjznmGDgQIZPaM_sD/s661/10-amishoutlet-maintain.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="251" data-original-width="661" height="192" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvj_yNfj8iTThab5wXB-MG8-ujbT9eeX7ZfplkkXrCjczIzm2DEEBnfsFvR-BNuRNgD6dKjQIxgzFD0DZIPGHsvvyXYscq92dp05G1Mr26V79wzQWtzFKywTzuBsAVjznmGDgQIZPaM_sD/w503-h192/10-amishoutlet-maintain.jpg" width="503" /></a></div><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13.5pt;">Once you’ve completed your wood furniture
refinishing or restoration project, it’s important to maintain and protect your
piece as much as possible. This includes regularly dusting and cleaning your
piece and preventing damage.</span></p>
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EPA cites pending risk management processes for the chemicals under TSCA Section 6(a) to justify the withdrawal.</p><p>Every single day, workers and communities are exposed to and harmed by these dangerous chemicals. Dozens of families have lost loved ones to the use of methylene chloride paint strippers on the job. EPA’s refusal to act in the wake of thousands of citizen comments, a mountain of scientific evidence, and hours of testimony in support of these protections is public health malpractice. </p><p>Even if you don't live in the United States here are a few things you should know about these hazardous chemicals:</p><h4>Methylene Chloride</h4><p>Also known as dichloromethane or DCM, is a solvent used in a range of products. Methylene chloride has been linked to cancer, cognitive impairment, and asphyxiation. Many methylene chloride-based paint and coating removers are used in areas with limited ventilation such as bathrooms, allowing fumes to build up. Methylene chloride vapor is heavier than air, so it concentrates low to the ground, right around the level where people stripping surfaces are breathing. According to EPA, respiratory protection may not be enough to protect people from being exposed where levels of methylene chloride are high.</p><h4>N-Methylpyrrolidone</h4><p>Also known as NMP or 1-methyl-2-pyrrolidone, is a solvent used in a range of products. The average consumer is most likely to encounter it in paint strippers, even though safer alternatives exist. NMP has been closely linked to developmental impacts including miscarriages. EPA describes NMP as a developmental toxicant. </p><h4>Safe Alternatives</h4><div>Truly safe stripping alternatives are available. One of the safest stripping chemical substitutes in removal products today proving to be very effective in performance is dibasic esters (DBE). Some of their key characteristics are non-flammable, low VOC, readily biodegradable, non-corrosive, and have a mild fruity odor. One company that is utilizing these innovative chemicals with world patented technology is EZ Strip®. Stripping formulas by EZ Strip® are gentle on the skin with no harsh fumes. EZ Strip®’s advanced water-based technology surpasses competitors with professional performance and low environmental impact. For more information on how you can buy EZ Strip® strippers and removers visit <a href="https://www.ezstrip.ca/">EZstrip.ca</a></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0dgiFoTcr3vN-6yCC_0QMV0FO0hKNeVIM0C8zimpLspXThIFgjrGiLAmo-lU-LGPVBkKi9TjGxkuYuYTMpTC1pdEnlEZY-FiKL3mJT5d7L6h2LcHpZRZkPobZ9DxNuB-PsKBI15ql_sDl/s1680/ezlogo_pantoneleaves_crop+%25281%2529.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="454" data-original-width="1680" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0dgiFoTcr3vN-6yCC_0QMV0FO0hKNeVIM0C8zimpLspXThIFgjrGiLAmo-lU-LGPVBkKi9TjGxkuYuYTMpTC1pdEnlEZY-FiKL3mJT5d7L6h2LcHpZRZkPobZ9DxNuB-PsKBI15ql_sDl/s320/ezlogo_pantoneleaves_crop+%25281%2529.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div>EZ Strip Inchttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14775464194020898881noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7328039631552303671.post-85365874762518747232020-11-19T13:13:00.003-08:002020-12-10T11:29:15.808-08:00The Safer Option For Paint Stripping This Season<blockquote style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0px 40px; padding: 0px;"><p style="text-align: left;"> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9Oz44h3kMQuIU0ELWDysNTaKQ5g0leSKAWTFl1AWShT0FrbZcwV7sF3kUZoLOVPZkMF5Ep-7ckAF9MeCpWLtwuTJVfoQqtSg2mVBuI9ICFQIAvAfyRLV-SqzYHhrAKMipwMSKrMP3FYCw/s469/Snapshot+1+%252811-26-2020+11-38+AM%2529.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="264" data-original-width="469" height="225" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9Oz44h3kMQuIU0ELWDysNTaKQ5g0leSKAWTFl1AWShT0FrbZcwV7sF3kUZoLOVPZkMF5Ep-7ckAF9MeCpWLtwuTJVfoQqtSg2mVBuI9ICFQIAvAfyRLV-SqzYHhrAKMipwMSKrMP3FYCw/w400-h225/Snapshot+1+%252811-26-2020+11-38+AM%2529.png" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></blockquote><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Even with retailers banning hazardous paint strippers from their stores like Methylene Chloride and N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) in Canada, there are still a lot of chemicals out there in paint removal products that can cause harm to your health and the environment. Looking for safer options to strip paint and varnish for furniture refinishing and home improvements can seem a little daunting but there are safer options available.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><h4 style="clear: both;">SAFE ALTERNATIVE STRIPPING CHEMICALS</h4><h4 style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzDttrWiS0VI6g4kOzuLdqwWynihNeuygDADckTQ4Qc2Ny3lxXzIsg6j5F9xd0umf8BzAKWFgffclDzjbRkejKdIUq0Dl15SzuMH5CslZh5BeSLkjPiPKNKbfD95-nzBdi7qFUsp6UghPQ/s1600/PVR_3.78_Canada_no+background+%25281%2529.png" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1158" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzDttrWiS0VI6g4kOzuLdqwWynihNeuygDADckTQ4Qc2Ny3lxXzIsg6j5F9xd0umf8BzAKWFgffclDzjbRkejKdIUq0Dl15SzuMH5CslZh5BeSLkjPiPKNKbfD95-nzBdi7qFUsp6UghPQ/s200/PVR_3.78_Canada_no+background+%25281%2529.png" width="144" /></a><span style="font-weight: normal;">Dimethyl Esters (also known as Dibasic Esters, DBE, and DMEs*) are readily biodegradable, low odor, low VOC solvents. They have proven to be excellent solvent substitutes in many cleaning and stripping applications. Commercial acceptance and use of dimethyl esters and dibasic esters continue to increase due to their positive economic, environmental and performance characteristics. DBEs can be used to replace more conventional and increasingly regulated removal materials and industrial solvents. One company that has utilized these solvents in combination with innovative technology is EZ Strip</span>®<span style="font-weight: normal;">. </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">For more info on safer paint removal options that contain DBEs like EZ Strip</span>® <span style="font-weight: normal;">visit</span> <a href="https://www.ezstrip.ca/" style="font-weight: normal;">EZstrip.ca</a></h4><h4 style="clear: both;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: normal;">With a preferable environmental, health and safety profile DBEs are considered a “greener” or environmentally friendly and safer product due to several safety and regulatory attributes, including:</span></h4><h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: right;"><br /></div>Environmental <br /></h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Readily Biodegradable</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Not included CERCLA/SARA hazardous substances list</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Not considered a hazardous waste under RCRA </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Not included on the CWA list of hazardous substances</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Used in EPA Safer Choice formulations</div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><h4 style="clear: both;">Health</h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Low VOC</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Not considered a carcinogen or reproductive toxin</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Low levels of toxicity</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Low odor</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Main components not subject to Proposition 65</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Not skin absorbent</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><h4 style="clear: both;">Safety</h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Non-Flammable</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Non Corrosive</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Non-Hazardous DOT</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">High Flash Point</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">High Boiling Point</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Slowly Evaporation Rate</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Different paint strippers contain different chemicals, and the potential hazards vary for each product. It's important to remember every product has specific safety precautions. Here are some general safety steps to keep in mind when using <b>any </b>paint stripper. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><h4 style="clear: both; text-align: left;">If you use paint strippers frequently, it is particularly important that you follow these steps:</h4><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">1. Always read and follow the manufacturer’s instructions and safety precautions on the label. Do not assume you already know how to use the product. The hazards may be different from one product to another, and the ingredients in individual products often change over time. The label tells you what actions you should take to reduce hazards and the first aid measures to use.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">2. Wear chemical-resistant gloves appropriate to the type of stripper being used. Examples include gloves made with butyl rubber or neoprene. See the manufacturer's instructions or safety data sheet (SDS) on your product to determine the appropriate glove type. Also, ask your local store what type of gloves to choose for your product. Common kitchen latex gloves do not provide enough protection for most paint strippers. Replace gloves often to decrease dermal exposure risk.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">3. Avoid getting the paint stripper on your skin or in your eyes. Wear protective clothing and goggles appropriate for the project and type of stripper.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">4. Only use paint strippers outdoors, never indoors unless the stripper states it is safe to do so. If you must use them indoors, cross-ventilate by opening all doors and windows. Never use any paint stripper in a poorly ventilated area. Make sure there is fresh air movement throughout the room. Ventilate the area before, during, and after applying it and when stripping. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">5. Do not use flammable paint strippers near any source of sparks, flame, or high heat. Do not work near gas stoves, kerosene heaters, gas or electric water heaters, gas or electric clothes dryers, gas or electric furnaces, gas or electric space heaters, sanders, buffers, or other electric hand tools. Open flames, cigarettes, matches, lighters, pilot lights, or electric sparks can cause the chemicals in paint strippers to suddenly catch fire.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">7. Only strip paint with chemicals that are marketed as paint strippers. Never use gasoline, lighter fluid, or kerosene to strip paint.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">8. Dispose of paint strippers according to the instructions on the label. If you have any questions, ask your local environmental sanitation department about proper disposal. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">When it comes to paint stripping, knowledge is power. Always know exactly what you're working with from the removal product to the material you are stripping. Using some basic safety precautions that start at the time of purchasing the stripper and finish with the proper disposal of removed materials will ensure your safety and low environmental impact.</div>EZ Strip Inchttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14775464194020898881noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7328039631552303671.post-14505056969942525962020-10-27T08:53:00.001-07:002020-10-27T08:53:17.528-07:00The Cold Is Coming: 5 DIY Home Improvement Get Ready Ideas<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyVWhVMUlJ26TImLM7MyoMTTv3s22uwrjXDp1J_EYE_Wf57eTzGMye9LzlmdKuhT2Bk_7rEL9d5vZS5Fdy93co7sPb5UIRd6t7238e00ey_i9UAftVhqg8tgir9fFgWJvCWN5ozvGOXrw/s608/depositphotos_113910906-stock-video-house-in-winter-snowstorm.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="342" data-original-width="608" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyVWhVMUlJ26TImLM7MyoMTTv3s22uwrjXDp1J_EYE_Wf57eTzGMye9LzlmdKuhT2Bk_7rEL9d5vZS5Fdy93co7sPb5UIRd6t7238e00ey_i9UAftVhqg8tgir9fFgWJvCWN5ozvGOXrw/w533-h300/depositphotos_113910906-stock-video-house-in-winter-snowstorm.jpg" width="533" /></a><span style="text-align: right;"> </span></div><p>Investing in a new fall improvement project can be a great way to enhance the function of your home just in time for the flurries! Picking the right project is key to ensure the best preparation for winter. Here are 5 ways to get you ready for the cold and certainty that your home is fully prepared: </p><h3>Replacement Windows</h3><p>When looking for a great way to prepare your home for this upcoming winter, one of the best remodeling projects you could start with is replacing your old windows with new ones! Old drafty windows are one of the leading causes of energy loss in a home. This can result in having to pay a great deal of money on energy bills in order to keep your home at a comfortable level for you and your family. When it really comes down to it, older windows weren't designed with the same level of energy efficiency in mind like they are today. If you’ve had older windows for some time, it’s likely they have developed cracks, warps, or just aren't sealed how they should be. TIP: Refinish window frames when replacing windows. Cracked paint build-up can reduce your window seal and make sealant cocking less effective. Refinishing projects can call for some harsh removal chemicals, but that’s not the case when using EZ Strip® products - the safer alternative. Visit <a href="https://www.ezstrip.ca/shop/">EZstrip.ca</a> for removal product recommendations.</p><h3>New Doors</h3><p>Much like windows, the doors of your home are also quite important when it comes to insulation in maintaining a comfortable living environment during the winter. If your doors are a bit on the older side, you may have noticed that damage has started to show, or feel a general draftiness around them. This fall is the perfect time to consider replacing them with an updated and more conducive door set to maintain a comfortable house setting. TIP: Refinishing your original door instead of a new set, will save you money! Visit <a href="https://www.ezstrip.ca/shop/">EZstrip.ca</a> for removal product recommendations.</p><h3>Kitchen Improvements</h3><p>Considering all the cooking that goes on during the holiday season, now is the time to make improvements to your kitchen! There are many ways you can go about updating the heart of the home. You can do minor things like replacing the hardware on your kitchen cabinets, or go big and refinish your wood surfaces. TIP: Refinishing projects can call for some harsh removal chemicals, but that’s not the case when using EZ Strip® products - the safer alternative. Visit <a href="https://www.ezstrip.ca/shop/">EZstrip.ca</a> for removal product recommendations.</p><h3>Paint Your Home’s Interior</h3><p>As the fall arrives; painting the sidewalks and streets with a whirl of golden leaves, you may feel inspired to pick up the brush yourself. If autumn has a hint of Jack Frost, interior projects are always preferable. Painting your home’s interior allows you to get creative, have fun and reinvent the look of your indoor living space. TIP: For best results with your painting project make sure to prep/prewash the surface for proper paint adhesion. Visit <a href="https://www.ezstrip.ca/shop/">EZstrip.ca</a> for surface prep product recommendations.</p><h3>Winterize Your Deck</h3><p>Autumn weather can go either way. If you’re enjoying an extended summer, you may feel inspired to get outdoors and complete some exterior renovations while you still can. To winterize your deck, first wash the wood with a power washer or surface prep product to remove dirt and grime. Then let the surface completely dry out before applying a fresh coat of protective sealant or stain. This will provide years of life to your deck and allow you to enjoy it once all that snow melts away. TIP: For best results choose a sunny day with no chance of precipitation to apply sealant or stain. Visit <a href="https://www.ezstrip.ca/shop/">EZstrip.ca</a> for surface prep product recommendations.</p><p>Whether it's your primary residence or an investment property, it pays to get some key tasks and renovations done in the fall before you settle in for the winter. Upgrading to energy-efficient windows and doors can reduce significant increases to your heating bill, make life more comfortable and increase your home’s curb appeal. Interior improvement projects can bring added value to your home and also increase the cozy feel you'll need to get ready for the chill of winter.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvC7trbTRc3B2PJpEA4_K7fe-wDG3ak2uVnOaC2QfGif_AL7rNxc24mPqWdpdMQkjv70i8S4PcRABWIcGP4rXKGrTz59o6PP_hsGFtNjXimzAiT5aWXTTCr4cDOhnNuAjw6K1667dVOnc/s1000/Staying-Cozy-in-the-Winter-5-Tips-for-Efficiently-Warming-Your-Home.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="667" data-original-width="1000" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvC7trbTRc3B2PJpEA4_K7fe-wDG3ak2uVnOaC2QfGif_AL7rNxc24mPqWdpdMQkjv70i8S4PcRABWIcGP4rXKGrTz59o6PP_hsGFtNjXimzAiT5aWXTTCr4cDOhnNuAjw6K1667dVOnc/w400-h266/Staying-Cozy-in-the-Winter-5-Tips-for-Efficiently-Warming-Your-Home.jpg" width="400" /></a></div>EZ Strip Inchttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14775464194020898881noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7328039631552303671.post-7451452893758020052020-10-09T13:25:00.002-07:002020-10-13T08:27:57.127-07:00Pandemic Home Improvement Is Booming: What Are Your Neighbors Doing? <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoe0LpwTAeRTsuOuYJkiLrEXv_U-IBlMWX4N9hN1RUAbZIAR8SoCpzdttw5MHgpHteDOrtLQ50Xs0tB5ZBakYnP8g3QdSLXg0zxxJNVVN65A4XDRWRxuRZ2e7ik5UcvLFO8pQefDN0lOc/s1000/home+maintenance+4.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="667" data-original-width="1000" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoe0LpwTAeRTsuOuYJkiLrEXv_U-IBlMWX4N9hN1RUAbZIAR8SoCpzdttw5MHgpHteDOrtLQ50Xs0tB5ZBakYnP8g3QdSLXg0zxxJNVVN65A4XDRWRxuRZ2e7ik5UcvLFO8pQefDN0lOc/w400-h266/home+maintenance+4.jpg" width="400" /></a><span style="text-align: left;"> </span></div><p>Online home remodeling platforms reported a 58% annual increase in project leads for home professionals in June. The money that folks have saved from not eating out or going on vacation is now being used to add value back into their homes as an investment. Sheltering at home influenced demand in a lot of home remodeling projects, as more than three-quarters of all U.S. homeowners said they had done some type of home improvement project during the pandemic. </p><p>Kitchen and bath continue to be popular remodeling choices, but even those saw a 40% jump in demand in June compared to a year ago. With more and more people cooking and eating at home, kitchens are now, even more, the center of family life. Home extensions and additions jumped 52%, and security and privacy also saw much greater demand with interest in fence installation and repairs up 166%. </p><p>Major home renovations may not be in the spending range for everyone, but there are still some fall DIY projects that any homeowner can sink their teeth into! Here are a few budget-friendly DIY home improvement projects to consider:</p><h4>Paint the Front Door</h4><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYZtf0QjaMGBzK2rn9FT5TroJN_dOixkIR9GzYq9UxRj_13eaMm_YJCDA3k_u24XJdCF9d4sgxLoAK-aBVl2Jev4OQ5PMHBZsWWSu-Tx5ZB3vCW8VReDTdJRaksOoHZXxTWL2C63SP7rsY/s1600/red-entry-door-terrific-exterior-doors-7-charming-color-meaning-in-plans-8.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="629" data-original-width="943" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYZtf0QjaMGBzK2rn9FT5TroJN_dOixkIR9GzYq9UxRj_13eaMm_YJCDA3k_u24XJdCF9d4sgxLoAK-aBVl2Jev4OQ5PMHBZsWWSu-Tx5ZB3vCW8VReDTdJRaksOoHZXxTWL2C63SP7rsY/s400/red-entry-door-terrific-exterior-doors-7-charming-color-meaning-in-plans-8.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />Hands down, the easiest exterior project is also the one that reaps the biggest rewards. A freshly painted front door will help your home stand out from the block, and can be finished in less than an afternoon. Fall is an ideal time to get your exterior paint job done; just choose your afternoon wisely. Normally, exterior painting should be done at a time when the temps are at least or above 50°F/10°C and aren’t dipping below the 40°F/5°C at night. This allows the paint to adhere properly and prevents it from freezing before it is fully dry. If you need to refinish first to ensure proper paint adhesion or want to change to stain we recommend using a safe stripper. Caution: Most paint stripping products are toxic. Only use products you are comfortable with using based on your level of expertise. For safe DIY wood/fiberglass/metal refinishing, we recommend using <a href="http://www.ezstrip.ca/shop/paint-varnish-stripper/">EZ Strip Paint & Varnish Stripper</a><br /><br /><h4>Clean & Cover the Grill</h4><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEic043Kdt3MCP3e1fhmeYVU0t6718-ZVPAdJ_YmvLIe3n8fPTg72L8wL-KwGPUAgncmRuNKKLspkiPFXNZpYjKSj4Mc9UBpTK_ysBKgSOuf2JRvoEli36NATbUFVMwxyeECY2j6pi5N0qA4/s1600/maxresdefault.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="300" data-original-width="500" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEic043Kdt3MCP3e1fhmeYVU0t6718-ZVPAdJ_YmvLIe3n8fPTg72L8wL-KwGPUAgncmRuNKKLspkiPFXNZpYjKSj4Mc9UBpTK_ysBKgSOuf2JRvoEli36NATbUFVMwxyeECY2j6pi5N0qA4/s400/maxresdefault.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div><br /></div>It’s time to break out the cleaners and steel-bristle brushes because your grill needs attention. Get rid of any remaining scraps of food or grease, turn off the gas, and cover the grill to protect it from weather and pests. Overwhelmed with grease? Cleaning your grill after a busy summer of BBQ delights can seem a little daunting but we have a solution that will transform your grill into the beauty it was when you bought it. <a href="http://www.ezstrip.ca/shop/all-purpose-remover/">EZ Strip All Purpose Remover</a> is the non toxic option for tough baked-on grease.<br /><br /><h4>Repair & Treat Wood Furniture</h4></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNlNW2rVBwRFFVFFDgnCMagEqVVRzaY9u_9AoDU10-Tsi_QR0-6yw-mP5ztFpUsqIXu0lhyphenhypheng_ac2AymLHpexK31K-m78j-e3jvjR_L3GLolx5keFK9esX0UPTZ1iugAgmEzTnXV4TSrbY/s632/outdoor-wood-furniture.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="355" data-original-width="632" height="225" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNlNW2rVBwRFFVFFDgnCMagEqVVRzaY9u_9AoDU10-Tsi_QR0-6yw-mP5ztFpUsqIXu0lhyphenhypheng_ac2AymLHpexK31K-m78j-e3jvjR_L3GLolx5keFK9esX0UPTZ1iugAgmEzTnXV4TSrbY/w400-h225/outdoor-wood-furniture.png" width="400" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>Is your outdoor wood furniture starting to splinter, fading, or peeling paint? Then it’s time to get those repairs in before the snowfalls! If it is not properly treated for water damage prevention, the project will just be more work after the snow melts. For damaged water sealants or peeling paint, always strip off the damaged coating. This will ensure you are getting the proper coating adhesion to protect your wood from water, weather, pests, and wood rot. For safe DIY furniture refinishing, we recommend <a href="https://www.ezstrip.ca/shop/paint-varnish-stripper/">EZ Strip Paint & Varnish Stripper</a></div><div><br /></div><div>As the weather starts to cool down and we continue to stay home, take this perfect opportunity to clean up summer messes and prepare your home for colder days. Use this time to get these fall maintenance and renovation projects done before it’s too late!<br /><br /></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9M7EPFHSwVLywuPIyRgMBLSlb5g1D03GWHE1y2iHWVtl0TFwMYHZWwydJS9yjqToalHXhGlwNCxH5xTzosObEeZ4aVD0OuXIuLdscdaDH7QYm5edrOUTb7u9Wpfn7cIW1_ezPUcWWPs_e/s1600/ezlogo_pantoneleaves.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="1600" height="125" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9M7EPFHSwVLywuPIyRgMBLSlb5g1D03GWHE1y2iHWVtl0TFwMYHZWwydJS9yjqToalHXhGlwNCxH5xTzosObEeZ4aVD0OuXIuLdscdaDH7QYm5edrOUTb7u9Wpfn7cIW1_ezPUcWWPs_e/s200/ezlogo_pantoneleaves.jpg" width="200" /></a><div><br /></div>For more information on safe removal products from EZ Strip visit the website @ <a href="http://www.ezstrip.ca/">EZstrip.ca</a></div><div><br /></div>EZ Strip Inchttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14775464194020898881noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7328039631552303671.post-67093228082110768912020-09-22T10:22:00.002-07:002020-09-22T11:25:56.168-07:00Renovation Clean Up<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtrvtQph2SJTXXOVccFohcwCw-dlAy6cKPKi1siBbuNn8K4NL2DgPCD_4zmY93c-96GroXROSwfSYj-Kav0G27hfRgCMVyFXrNu5w_2Vn1KSr0PLE7wj14ofdJN6F9AwCT67OUEzAfM3TD/s400/_3083627_orig.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="266" data-original-width="400" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtrvtQph2SJTXXOVccFohcwCw-dlAy6cKPKi1siBbuNn8K4NL2DgPCD_4zmY93c-96GroXROSwfSYj-Kav0G27hfRgCMVyFXrNu5w_2Vn1KSr0PLE7wj14ofdJN6F9AwCT67OUEzAfM3TD/w400-h266/_3083627_orig.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><p> Congratulations on your newly completed home renovation or home improvement project! Now, all that's left is the cleanup. For some projects, all you need is a good vacuum and some soap & water. For other projects, you may need something a lot stronger but that doesn't mean you need to put yourself at risk to complete your tough clean up task. For anyone who has ever done a big paint, refinish, or stain project you may notice the cleanup part to not be as easy as you would like. And most of the removers for your clean up turn out to be quite toxic and dangerous to use especially inside your home!</p><p>So what do you do? Use the safer option, EZ Strip. Our strippers and removers were specifically designed for safe and easy use for everyone. No skin burns or toxic fumes, no environmental worries, and no additional products needed to finish the project. Unlike other strippers that require an additional neutralizer to complete, EZ Strip products neutralize with just water. Instead of having to carefully dispose of your stripping waste at the local dump, you can put it right in your regular household garbage, without harming our environment. You will no longer have to throw away your rags and application tools from your clean up. With EZ Strip products, you can just rinse them with water and re-use them. Rags can go in the regular wash and you can even use EZ Strip to remove paint from your clothing. All EZ Strip products are water-soluble and biodegradable so you don't have to worry about it going down the drain! </p><br />Want to know if EZ Strip will work for you? <div>Visit the website @ <a href="http://www.ezstrip.ca/">EZstrip.ca</a> and see what EZ Strip can do!</div><div><br />Here are some before and after pics of EZ Strip's clean up power in action.<br /><br />Before Raw Wood Stairs<br />-paint splatter <br />-glue drips<br />-grease residue<br />-dirt & grime<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDf9ee0NpW31jDW9ZBfrw1qIDH9urxDB_RZ4A7QOgnpYB2xpnSUFOeSymETulVBazdir4HJRDFDWrkgwjc-sJYlWw2SvQGqptHPPAoQSNM3FJrJG3u-Zhb-0rX8p7I_rjPteK_Twz1UkZB/s1600/IMG_1216.JPG" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDf9ee0NpW31jDW9ZBfrw1qIDH9urxDB_RZ4A7QOgnpYB2xpnSUFOeSymETulVBazdir4HJRDFDWrkgwjc-sJYlWw2SvQGqptHPPAoQSNM3FJrJG3u-Zhb-0rX8p7I_rjPteK_Twz1UkZB/s320/IMG_1216.JPG" width="212" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCRzNe-T7EXtykcFq8TSLHJAxE3WCSzPVz3jxMYmeUF7uUPeierbvINz5vg9GVSo_O9K_wOR8coh5AOHshlQ6oOsLVhpAIflUiLg0U_odafQhjC0_zKkw0jntV7NtaX0VaSqOS6DsyjmK9/s1600/IMG_1205.JPG" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCRzNe-T7EXtykcFq8TSLHJAxE3WCSzPVz3jxMYmeUF7uUPeierbvINz5vg9GVSo_O9K_wOR8coh5AOHshlQ6oOsLVhpAIflUiLg0U_odafQhjC0_zKkw0jntV7NtaX0VaSqOS6DsyjmK9/s320/IMG_1205.JPG" width="212" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />After Treated with EZ Strip<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6dEOkFvjobk_Ncq6FO5K4FhuH2H8VoBQ1sMsNyxIhRBdiKQ0psr-uorCV_yKkZmnomuKWwn6A5D5pwcSRWzlj902UKlsDHO24VlwkmxbgOz6SFBZDw1Z6gFfJYsoNJl_xuJaSJ6WMn0uc/s1600/IMG_1239.JPG" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6dEOkFvjobk_Ncq6FO5K4FhuH2H8VoBQ1sMsNyxIhRBdiKQ0psr-uorCV_yKkZmnomuKWwn6A5D5pwcSRWzlj902UKlsDHO24VlwkmxbgOz6SFBZDw1Z6gFfJYsoNJl_xuJaSJ6WMn0uc/s320/IMG_1239.JPG" width="213" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBtbL60ksIEW7qHgIHQf0e_9dURUkpDtNR8MWXBf4lB1hAOLR0Llvn3Bo-onQ9hnkldGuaV6rvLL-x7tu1vu99QxWW6x-ERYtChBGUtk4Xv4WZiqBKVF6b3Yz8IA9c4v1acjUDXjhyNxVc/s1600/IMG_1234.JPG" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBtbL60ksIEW7qHgIHQf0e_9dURUkpDtNR8MWXBf4lB1hAOLR0Llvn3Bo-onQ9hnkldGuaV6rvLL-x7tu1vu99QxWW6x-ERYtChBGUtk4Xv4WZiqBKVF6b3Yz8IA9c4v1acjUDXjhyNxVc/s320/IMG_1234.JPG" width="213" /></a><br /><div></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></div><div>EZ Strip can tackle a lot of tough clean up jobs after your home renovation or home improvement project use the EZ Strip All Purpose Remover for spot treatments and EZ Strip Paint & Varnish Stripper for treating larger surface areas. Because life has never been this EZ!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4FpLakAz2OU3k2Ay3HgCqsdajZ6XO6B52sA9riDAzOq-VzJwOHLLA6GY_WUnUzVJ0rkQBImK0E3V1IBCjTazCZR9PjhHalEUii2wrniW81kNjKk-lqsiL3RLNuRLSDt6CHra4EvHR36Gv/s1600/head_ecofriendly+with+logo+2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="135" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4FpLakAz2OU3k2Ay3HgCqsdajZ6XO6B52sA9riDAzOq-VzJwOHLLA6GY_WUnUzVJ0rkQBImK0E3V1IBCjTazCZR9PjhHalEUii2wrniW81kNjKk-lqsiL3RLNuRLSDt6CHra4EvHR36Gv/s400/head_ecofriendly+with+logo+2.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><h2 style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.ezstrip.ca/">EZstrip.ca</a></h2></div>EZ Strip Inchttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14775464194020898881noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7328039631552303671.post-3638781211715231322020-08-19T15:19:00.004-07:002020-08-19T15:19:40.356-07:00Paint Stripping: Tips, Tricks, & Need To Knows<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTOwtMauXwJfmh3R1syZJgyfm8f0lKTA-Fgb1E2wJvPyOWwZYKMw14iyUZL9mh7-WNHtfLrzfvO4DuUw2BDf_BpmqOlPh0Lvn7z5szFomEWAR2mspc5jba_heH7jfcsCn1914qjuU6V6H7/s1680/roller-1-1680x800.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="1680" height="244" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTOwtMauXwJfmh3R1syZJgyfm8f0lKTA-Fgb1E2wJvPyOWwZYKMw14iyUZL9mh7-WNHtfLrzfvO4DuUw2BDf_BpmqOlPh0Lvn7z5szFomEWAR2mspc5jba_heH7jfcsCn1914qjuU6V6H7/w512-h244/roller-1-1680x800.jpg" width="512" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Removing or stripping paint from any type of surface is seldom an easy job. Every surface takes paint differently and every type of paint reacts differently to the surfaces. Add in environmental conditions and paint removal takes a bit of study and, usually, some elbow grease to accomplish.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: x-large;">Chemical Stripping</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">For years most professional painters and do-it-yourselfers have relied on chemical-based </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiq-q-LORsN3ALEVwvccTFBCaeHSgjnIP7yb885eNfGdojk5bHw8o1fAVMFQ2elK2b3ZrEoLX7qf0v4vV3Ay6EqLGfUZbghh2Z6usjltWTYuQM206U1Tw0-tLAwbiFR4DmyuNEIjIQpNz_/s333/methylene-chloride+%25281%2529.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="333" data-original-width="218" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiq-q-LORsN3ALEVwvccTFBCaeHSgjnIP7yb885eNfGdojk5bHw8o1fAVMFQ2elK2b3ZrEoLX7qf0v4vV3Ay6EqLGfUZbghh2Z6usjltWTYuQM206U1Tw0-tLAwbiFR4DmyuNEIjIQpNz_/w174-h266/methylene-chloride+%25281%2529.jpg" width="174" /></a></span></div><span style="font-family: arial;">paint strippers. While they can do a good job, many are also highly toxic to humans and the environment. Improper use of chemical strippers can cause damage to the respiratory system, brain, nervous system, and skin.</span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">One of the worst offenders and potentially deadly chemicals in paint strippers is methylene chloride. Major home improvement stores have pulled products that contain the chemical from their shelves, but it is still readily available.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Before you tackle a paint removal job, take time to read the labels on commercial paint strippers. In addition to methylene chloride, active ingredients that are potentially dangerous to your health include toluene, methanol, ethanol, and acetone.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: x-large;">Manual Paint Removal</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Skipping any type of paint stripper may seem like the most non-toxic method to remove paint. </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUaA8MbiW1JC5NM6oHrn3oRHP9wot7vDDQFAiTAw2TAw2DNtB7pnkgYB_fRvSjPhMxgGF4rz10J-vjxdD7Pvr0z_92wPtJ2wW1joZMFr1iSsCowAbpN2-ATQeyEpUNtmUQehfWan5_2euo/s2048/scraping-before-paint-92264154-7d288005b33f476784972831c82eea43.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1344" data-original-width="2048" height="215" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUaA8MbiW1JC5NM6oHrn3oRHP9wot7vDDQFAiTAw2TAw2DNtB7pnkgYB_fRvSjPhMxgGF4rz10J-vjxdD7Pvr0z_92wPtJ2wW1joZMFr1iSsCowAbpN2-ATQeyEpUNtmUQehfWan5_2euo/w328-h215/scraping-before-paint-92264154-7d288005b33f476784972831c82eea43.jpg" width="328" /></a></span></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Unfortunately, there are still some hazards from the paint itself, especially lead paint in older homes. If you choose to manually remove paint, always wear a mask, safety glasses, skin protective gear, and test the paint you want to remove for lead before proceeding.</span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">1. Scrape Away the Paint</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Using a plastic or metal paint scraper is effective in removing peeling paint, but must be used carefully to prevent damaging the surface under the paint.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">2. Use a Heat Gun</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">A heat gun can be used to loosen paint to a point where it will eventually bubble making scraping easier.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">3. Sand Away</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;"></span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Using an electric sander or manually removing paint with sandpaper takes patience and skill. Take care not to sand too deeply or the surfaces will be permanently marred.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: x-large;">Less Toxic Chemical Stripping Options</span></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">There are less-toxic paint removers on the market. If you choose to use a chemical-based stripper choose a gel or paste water based formula that is less volatile and toxic because it produces fewer fumes than a liquid formula. Read the instructions carefully and always wear protective gear including safety glasses, gloves, and a mask.</span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlhyphenhyphenVbzaNWrxkcToHnjrithYKsalGFL4HhvtH7xS1bWWes6b1CIEWZExDCFErbuFgdVtreQOZjRHKqLv3MKoIcAef_2pfgS2s9leo0yZkv9iWqtO41yZgQWiERZ0on5wsTkch2urKb261S/s796/ezlogo_water-splash.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="589" data-original-width="796" height="155" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlhyphenhyphenVbzaNWrxkcToHnjrithYKsalGFL4HhvtH7xS1bWWes6b1CIEWZExDCFErbuFgdVtreQOZjRHKqLv3MKoIcAef_2pfgS2s9leo0yZkv9iWqtO41yZgQWiERZ0on5wsTkch2urKb261S/w210-h155/ezlogo_water-splash.jpg" width="210" /></a></span></div><p></p><p><span style="font-family: arial;">Our top recommendation for water based chemical strippers is removal products from EZ </span><span style="font-family: arial;">Strip. Their low VOC formulas clean up with just water and provide an environmentally friendly paint and varnish removal option that is much more DIY user friendly. Visit their website today for detailed product and purchase info here </span><a href="https://www.ezstrip.ca/" style="font-family: arial;">EZstrip.ca</a></p><p></p>EZ Strip Inchttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14775464194020898881noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7328039631552303671.post-30785958504726180462020-07-16T10:34:00.000-07:002020-07-16T10:34:13.869-07:00How To Remove Painted Popcorn Ceilings<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Removing drywall textures that have been painted can be very difficult and EZ Strip has the DIY solution that can help! Drywall textures have many names to describe the style of texture but they are all created with drywall mud compound. So no matter if you have popcorn, stomp, swirl, orange peel, knockdown, or any other name for your texture its all the same when it comes to removal. Mud compound by itself is a water soluble material that can be removed with just water however once it has been painted which is often the case it becomes very difficult to penetrate with water solutions. <a href="https://www.ezstrip.ca/shop/textured-coatings-remover/">EZ Strip Popcorn Ceiling Remover</a> is a dust free removal solution that will penetrate through multiple layers of paint and soften your drywall texture. Below is the everything you need to complete your project. Be sure to watch the how to remove video at the end!<br />
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<li>EZ Strip Popcorn Ceiling Remover (coverage is approx. 120 sq ft per gallon)</li>
<li>Painters' Tape</li>
<li>Plastic sheeting (thin plastic is better)</li>
<li>Container for product</li>
<li>Wide brush</li>
<li>Step ladder to reach</li>
<li>Broom</li>
<li>6 - 10 inch mud spatula</li>
<li>Paint tray</li>
<li>Clean cloth</li>
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Step 1 Prep</h4>
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaVMxm0K_RwVSgHkm4C_j2xA9M_ARljJjuDdn9bCh-zFCr2iTe1vFZ0cd1lQjQlRWz_Vv62JlEA8zvT2B3pH4BX15eIneG7F3Ai7zQ9C3FK6XEhaoJ1ywQF4YA_v2pYXziBvptsxxGSJNd/s1600/Snapshot+6+%252805-11-2014+9-37+AM%2529.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="258" data-original-width="458" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaVMxm0K_RwVSgHkm4C_j2xA9M_ARljJjuDdn9bCh-zFCr2iTe1vFZ0cd1lQjQlRWz_Vv62JlEA8zvT2B3pH4BX15eIneG7F3Ai7zQ9C3FK6XEhaoJ1ywQF4YA_v2pYXziBvptsxxGSJNd/s320/Snapshot+6+%252805-11-2014+9-37+AM%2529.png" width="320" /></a>You want to start by taping off any surfaces you do not want to treat with plastic. Be sure to protect your floors and any painted surfaces before application. If you can remove your furniture before hand it will make the project much easier. This type of removal project can be a little messy so protect your stuff!</div>
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Step 2 Apply</h4>
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Shake EZ Strip Popcorn Ceiling Remover very well then pour product into a container. Apply a thick even coating to surface. Tip: work in manageable sections (one room at a time) so you can cover treated areas with plastic before product drys out. Tip: if you drip EZ Strip on anything you don't want it on wipe clean with water immediately to neutralize. </div>
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Step 3 Cover </h4>
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrU6eRXZVn9pj7gJJAjAzrzufXzfKJtEfHNGwIizxk0g4VBJ7JGix4Fh3O1AjmMLTu3SXIAo0MsxNoGesFgLsDnLNm0ehgTBrAFDTqs0GQJtvzI5Oc78_Z6glchYj77ZWZSCQcBRB7oDEf/s1600/Snapshot+3+%252805-11-2014+9-37+AM%2529.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="258" data-original-width="458" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrU6eRXZVn9pj7gJJAjAzrzufXzfKJtEfHNGwIizxk0g4VBJ7JGix4Fh3O1AjmMLTu3SXIAo0MsxNoGesFgLsDnLNm0ehgTBrAFDTqs0GQJtvzI5Oc78_Z6glchYj77ZWZSCQcBRB7oDEf/s320/Snapshot+3+%252805-11-2014+9-37+AM%2529.png" width="320" /></a>EZ Strip Popcorn Ceiling Remover is a water based remover that stops working if it drys out. For removal times that require an over night set time (thicker textures or textures painted with oil based products or multiple paint coatings) cover treated area with plastic. Tip: apply plastic sheeting by taping the starting edge to the wall (here is where you need some help) have someone lift up the opposite edge while you push the plastic up to treated surface with a broom, plastic should stick to wet product. Continue to tape edges as you go until entire treated surface is covered. Then use the broom to push out any air bubbles so you have a tight seal. This will keep the product wet and working and improve texture penetration. </div>
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Step 4 Scrape</h4>
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EZ Strip Inchttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14775464194020898881noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7328039631552303671.post-14063022599040637832020-06-25T12:31:00.001-07:002020-06-26T13:30:55.288-07:00DIY Health Risk Alert: Know What's In Your Removal Products! <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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With the COVID health crisis keeping people stuck in their homes DIY projects have been at an all time high to help pass the time. Sure DIY projects around the house keep you home and safe from COVID but your health could still be at risk. Exposure to harsh removal chemicals is one of the number one health risks DIY enthusiasts face. We have all heard about the hazards of methylene chloride in paint strippers but there is another chemical still not regulated and found in a lot of removal products you could have in your home. <br />
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NMP, also known as N-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone, is a chemical that is widely utilized during the manufacturing and production of polymers, pharmaceuticals, agrichemicals, and petroleum products. The chemical is also utilized in various consumer products including adhesives, sealants, paints, paint and coating removers, adhesive removers, and degreasers.<br />
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A group of leading public health organizations, including the Learning Disabilities Association of America and Autism Society, publicly called on retailers to protect kids from toxic paint strippers. The groups warned that parents’ exposure to the toxic solvent NMP has been linked to a host of health problems for their children, including low birth weight, impaired motor and verbal skills, attention deficit hyperactivity behaviors, increased risk of brain tumors, miscarriage, and fetal death.<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiKJwWme3xMxxF1fu0gDTZwXdlNW-cDE2hP_vaVScD4o5fMLWnfGEhKbdS8xx1Uqb99JB8PtI39j6qV0CChzugI2Kvf-lxE9_ML-5mw1qvik4wbIhlobPtZYxd6gop5r46BMF1IHqiQAmw/s1600/ed9d8578aac3119fe30bc55537f6b08d.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="225" data-original-width="225" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiKJwWme3xMxxF1fu0gDTZwXdlNW-cDE2hP_vaVScD4o5fMLWnfGEhKbdS8xx1Uqb99JB8PtI39j6qV0CChzugI2Kvf-lxE9_ML-5mw1qvik4wbIhlobPtZYxd6gop5r46BMF1IHqiQAmw/s200/ed9d8578aac3119fe30bc55537f6b08d.jpg" width="200" /></a>“DIY shouldn’t spell danger,” said Mike Schade, Mind the Store Campaign Director for Safer Chemicals, Healthy Families. The Mind the Store campaign first sent letters calling on retailers to stop selling these dangerous products in February of 2017. Now retailers all across North America are voluntarily banning products containing NMP in the interest of public safety and health. Keep in mind the bans are voluntary and can still be found in some stores. You could also already have products containing NMP in your home and not realize it.<br />
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Safer options are available so you can still DIY without the risks. You can find safe alternatives for chemical coating removal with EZ Strip. Eco-friendly EZ Strip formulas are gentle on skin and completely free of toxic fumes. EZ Strip’s advanced water based technology surpasses competitors with professional performance and low environmental impact. 100% water soluble and biodegradable formulas. All product components are sustainably resourced and manufactured with local ingredients. Follow this link for more info and where to buy EZ Strip strippers and removers today <a href="https://www.ezstrip.ca/">EZstrip.ca</a><br />
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EZ Strip Inchttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14775464194020898881noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7328039631552303671.post-62528117697463241882020-06-12T10:57:00.001-07:002020-06-12T10:57:40.950-07:00The REAL Story Behind "Safe" Paint Strippers<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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VOC stands for volatile organic compound -- any of several chemicals found in numerous consumer products, from gasoline and glue to correction fluid and colored markers. Even cosmetics, mothballs, air fresheners and household cleaning supplies contain VOCs.<br />
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Because they're volatile, these compounds vaporize and emit gasses. Paint strippers, for example, can emit high levels of VOCs into the air during use causing serious health problems and environmental impact.<br />
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The health effects of VOCs vary from source to source, and from person to person. Professional painters have been found to have a range of serious health problems, especially liver and kidney damage. People with pre-existing conditions, pregnant and nursing women, small children and other sensitive people are at particular risk.<br />
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Even an occasional paint stripping project can increase your risk of physical problems. Levels of VOCs inside your house can increase up to 1,000 times after doing something like paint stripping. Paint stripping products, in fact, are the second-largest source of VOCs after cars. The VOCs in paint strippers can seriously affect the indoor air quality of even a well-ventilated home or work shop.<br />
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Avoiding VOCs and Considering "Green" Paint Strippers </h4>
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Lots of manufacturers are now claiming to make Eco-friendly paint strippers, but some of these claims are dubious and may be just greenwashing. Greenwashing is the practice of making an unsubstantiated or misleading claim about the environmental benefits of a product, service, technology or company practice. Greenwashing can make a company appear to be more environmentally friendly than it really is.<br />
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First of all, always follow all the manufacturer's recommendations regarding safe use. Use only in well-ventilated areas, and keep stripping products away from children and pets. And always look for paint strippers that have low-VOCs.<br />
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N-methylpyrrolidone (NMP), is an organic compound found in some "safer paint strippers" often citrus or soy based stripping products. The problem is they are safer than Methylene Chloride but that is where it ends as they can still pose high health risks when used and because they pose as safe, people do not use the proper safety precautions required when using them.You can be exposed to NMP through inhalation and skin contact with liquid or vapor forms of NMP. It is considered a reproductive toxin and has a high organ toxicity rating.<br />
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Sodium hydroxide, also known as lye and caustic soda, is an inorganic compound that can be found in paint removal products. It has a highly caustic base and alkali that decomposes proteins at ordinary ambient temperatures. Removal products with this chemical can cause severe chemical burns and pose high environmental impact if disposed of improperly in drains and waterways.</div>
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Acetone is an organic compound and has become one of the most popular chemicals in safer paint removal products however it can still pose some serious hazards to your health and the environment. Acetone is highly flammable and has a high aquatic toxin rating. It is a confirmed animal carcinogen and possibly carcinogenic to humans. Overexposure can cause kidney, ureter, and bladder tumors.<br />
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Check the Safety Data Sheet on any paint stripper you plan to use before you buy. Many of so-called Eco-friendly paint strippers still have plenty of toxic chemicals in them, like solvents, binders, etc. In any case, follow safety recommendations, dispose of them appropriately and use common sense. If you are concerned because you have small children or chemical sensitivities, consider a paint stripper with tested and proven science to back it up.<br />
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