Does all interior wall paint smell?

Do all interior paints smell after decorating? If not, what wall paints are odour free? I want to paint a nursery but strong smells are making me feel sick at the moment.

Asked by Everson on 13th Dec 2022
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". Benjamin Moore Aura. Zero VOCs, low odor, and mildew resistant properties make this line from Benjamin Moore a great selection when choosing a non-toxic interior paint. The formula is easy to apply, and its low odor means you'll have no trouble breathing during and after your paint job"
Answered on 13th Dec 2022 - Member since May 2022 - report
"You can but low adore paint or most local decorator shops have scents you can put into the paint"
Answered on 14th Dec 2022 - Member since May 2020 - report
"They all have a little smell to them but wall paint it's that strong to be fair"
Answered on 13th Dec 2022 - Member since Dec 2022 - report
"Try using quick dry interior paint, still smells but for not as long"
Answered on 13th Dec 2022 - Member since Oct 2022 - report
"Yes all paint have camicals so thay all do have to smells"
Answered on 13th Dec 2022 - Member since Jan 2022 - report
"You can buy odourless paint these days - water based is probably your best bet"
Answered on 13th Dec 2022 - Member since Nov 2022 - report
"No, not all interior paints are odorless. Wicks brand has odour free interior paints and other brands like Aura, ZERO voc pretty cheap and sustainable."
Answered on 14th Dec 2022 - Member since Dec 2022 - report
"yes most interior paint does smell water based not as bad as oil based"
Answered on 14th Dec 2022 - Member since Dec 2022 - report
"Normally water base paints do not have a strong smell after they have tried,"
Answered on 15th Dec 2022 - Member since Mar 2020 - report
"hi go for water based paints that should solve the problom"
Answered on 18th Dec 2022 - Member since Mar 2022 - report
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