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I have a subscription to a magazine called “re•new” Colorado’s Remodeling Magazine. It always turns out to be a great source of ideas, resources and just all around great content. In the Spring/Summer issue, there is an article about environmentally friendly paint and where to find some! There is a nice, locally owned paint store located in Edgewater (west side of Sloans Lake) called “New Era Paint in Edgewater”. They specialize in non-toxic, zero VOC paints with brands like Safecoats, Yolo Colorhouse and Mythic Paint, though you may not have heard of them, they are quickly becoming the desired paint brands. From the Aspen Art Museum to the Guggenheimm Museum in New York, Yolo Colorhouse is making its way into the mainstream. To quote the article, “With the lead-paint scare still fresh in people’s minds, paints without volatile organic compounds have become popular.” “… even in tougher economic times, people still take into account a healthier approach.” “… asthma statistics have shown a drastic increase in the past three decades,” “Cancer-causing chemicals found in older products are now red-lighted.” In addition to younger people with an eye on the environment, even senior citizen organizations such as nursing facilities and hospitals, are taking note as seniors are susceptible to allergies and other irritants. Even designers, architects and builders are jumping on the green bandwagon! One of the larger paint brands, Benjamin Moore offers a line called Natura zero-VOC interior paints in more than 3,500 colors available at outlets throughout the metro area. So, no matter the size of the painting project, consider a kinder, gentler paint option, for you, your family, pets and the environment!