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Can someone with COPD paint? I want to paint my kitchen. Do I need a respirator ?

A MyCOPDTeam Member asked a question 💭
Manistee, MI
September 14, 2015
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Yes it depends what you are planning to use. A lot of indoor paint is odorless

September 14, 2015
A MyCOPDTeam Member

@A MyCOPDTeam Member It depends on the type of paint!

September 14, 2015
A MyCOPDTeam Member

Yes u will ,just to be safe.

September 14, 2015
A MyCOPDTeam Member

The general rule is, if you can wash your paintbrush in soapy water you'll be fine. If you need to turps or spirit cleaner, avoid.

September 3, 2023
A MyCOPDTeam Member

Thank you!!!!!!

September 16, 2015

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