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What are VOC's?
VOC's are harmful to everyone, not just children - and they can be extremely damaging to the environment. So, what are these VOC's? Volatile Organic Compounds are generated from cleaning fluids, paints, building materials, furnishings, carpets and tobacco smoke. It may be hard to believe, but there are up to 300 VOC's just within our indoor atmosphere. In actual fact, the air we breathe is riddled with air bourne contaminants. Most of us spend a large percentage of time indoors, and any doctor will tell you that good air quality is vital for our health.
VOC's And Paint
Paint, unfortunately, is one of the top contributors of this kind of indoor air pollution, and it's prudent to note that some paints can actually give off fumes for up to five years after their application!
In a study in the USA, the EPA found concentrations of VOC's in indoor air to be 2-5 times greater than in outdoor air. Incredibly, during certain activities, indoor levels of VOC's may reach 1,000 times that of outdoor air! The EPA also identified VOC's as carcinogenic, and highlighted the associated health risks which include lung diseases such as asthma, bronchitis and emphysema. Similarly, an Australian study into the effects on asthmatics of exposure to a conventional water-based paint and a VOC free paint, concluded that Zero VOC paint appeared to be less likely to cause a worsening of respiratory symptoms than conventional acrylic paint, and that some asthmatics would derive a useful symptomatic benefit from using Zero VOC paint. Higher exposure to VOC's from paint (for example, among artists and professional painters) has been known to lead to permanent respiratory, nervous system, liver or kidney damage.
Of real concern are the short-lived bursts of very high exposure, such as those experienced while painting or using solvents.
Ingredients and Additives in Paint
Many paint companies now designate certain paints as being "low VOC" or "low odour" (which should NOT be confused with non-toxicity!). Although low VOC paints are certainly a lot safer than conventional paints, they still contain harmful chemicals that can irritate the eyes, nose, throat, skin and lungs. And it's important to note thar "Low Odour" is not the same as "Low VOC" because fumes from VOC can be masked by other chemicals! Even ZERO VOC might not necessarily be non-toxic due to other toxic ingredients being present such as Ammonia, Phthalates, Heavy Metals, Toluene and Glcol Esters! Ammonia can cause respiratory problems and eye irritation. Toluene is a common solvent in paints and it can damage the heart, kidneys & nervous system when inhaled. It's also known as Methyl Benzene. Phthalates are toxic to the eyes and skin, heavy metals like Cobalt and Cadmium can damage the kidneys an liver, as can Glycol Esters.
When you consider that many paints contain binders, pigments, fillers, extenders, thickeners and additives, it becomes clear just how many potentially damaging elements can be in your paint.
Product Recall
There have been many recent product recalls as a result of high levels of lead and chemical compounds.
VOC Labelling System
Although the impact of interior paints on atmospheric pollution is relatively small, most manufacturers are now of the mind that the amount of VOC's should be reduced and consumers given the choice of using lower VOC containing products. B&Q notably introduced a labelling system in 1996, which shows the VOC content of each paint product. Minimal -(Zero - 0.29%). Low (0.30 - 7.99%), Medium (8-24.99%), High (25-50%) and Very High (More than 50%). Between 1996 and 2005 the average VOC of paint sold in B&Q has reduced from 191g/l to 97g/l.
Zero VOC, Non-Toxic, Non-Solvent paints are often more expensive than conventional paint, but using products in your home that are safe for your children and kind to the environment is worth the additional cost.
A Breakthrough In Glow In The Dark Technology
Until recently, there was no such thing as a Zero VOC Glow In The Dark Paints. However, July 2008 saw the successful release of a ground-breaking new Glow in the Dark paint. The paint is a world-first in terms of safety and following rigorous testing has been deemed 100% safe for use by both adults and children alike. Taking more than a year to develop the new generation of glow in the dark paints are seen as a major step forward in paint technology.
The launch came just days after the department store Harrods were forced to recall hundreds of souvenir teddy bears after tests found potentially harmful levels of formaldehyde, just one of an increasing number of chemicals and lead compounds being found in products causing them to be removed from the market.
The new generation glow paints are zero VOC's and has been developed by a leading scientist whose life's work has focused on Glow in the Dark technology. Now for the first time ever a glow in the dark paint is available that is totally safe and free of any formaldehyde. Important to note is that the new paint is fully compliant to EU toy safety regulations EN71 part 3. The paint is also beneficial to asthmatics and sufferers of allergies.
Superstarz Glow In The Dark paint comes in four colours: blue, violet, green and aqua. The paint is primarily used to transform a children's bedroom ceiling to a truly amazing out-of-this-world cosmic night sky scene. The paint is charged by daylight, UV and artificial light and appears invisible with a milky white appearance in the daytime. At night time however the paints glows for up to 12 hours. Ceilings painted with Superstarz paint have been proven to help children sleep. A 60ml pot of Superstarz costs just £15.99 (including postage and packing). The company have also produced a complete DIY kit, Starz 'Cosmos in a Can'. The kit enables anyone to create their own cosmic ceiling at a fraction of the cost of having a professionally created cosmic ceiling, and includes step-by-step instructions as well as all the materials you need to create incredible effects such as 'The Black Hole', 'The Milky Way', 'Shooting Stars' and 'Constellations' in a galaxy of glittering colour. Perfect for children or a romantic gift for a loved one the kit is available at just £49.99 (including postage and packing).
For further information on this exciting breakthrough in paint technology visit the Starz Ceilings website at http://www.starzceilings.co.uk
Green Card Lottery USAFIS United States Immigration Part Two Hundred Thirty Six
Records of United States immigration show that the creator of the Real ID Act of two thousand and five, James Sensenbrenner who was also a Wisconsin Representative, attached the Act as a rider on a military spending bill at the time known as the H.R. 1268 or more officially referred to as the Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act for Defence, the Global War on Terror and Tsunami Relief of two thousand and five. The House of Representatives approved the spending on the bill with the Real ID rider 368-58 and the United States Senate accepted the joint House Senate conference report on that bill. President Bush signed the Bill into law on the eleventh of May two thousand and five. However, on the second of March two thousand and seven, the authorities made it known that the actual enforcement and physical application of the Real ID Act would be deferred for two years.
Records of United States immigration show that bill the attached or pertaining to the Real ID Act was also delayed from being enforced until December two thousand and nine. The deadline was again extended after an associated announcement was made on the eleventh of January two thousand and eight about the further deferment of the application of the Act to the year two thousand and eleven. This additional extension was made in the hope that it would give all the states of America enough time to consider and analyse the Act and to finally accept and approve it. The Department of Homeland Security also released an announcement on the eleventh of January two thousand and eight about the final rule on the implementation of the driver's licence provisions of the Real ID Act.
Usafis provides reviewing services for the Diversity Visa Lottery Program. Usafis services hundreds of thousands of applications a year. Usafis services guarantee that a person's application will qualify for all the standards listed by the U.S. government Immigration policies and rules regarding this program, by providing a professional support and assistance in helping clients to fill out their forms in the best way possible and submitting all the forms at the right time. By just visiting usafis.org, a person can learn exactly what the company does and the differences between using their service as opposed to doing the program alone. The support is given through the USAFIS website at American Green Card Lottery Registration as well as via a 24/7 customer service centre that provides information about the U.S. Green Card Lottery program in 14 different languages.
The aim of the USAFIS organization is to help promote the United States immigration policy by assisting people world wide with their efforts for immigration to the United States. The USAFIS achieves this by inviting non American citizens who are interested in U.S. immigration to participate in the American green card lottery program by applying for a green card online. The issuing of green cards is a legal part of the United States immigration policies and immigration rules for the United States as the 'Diversity Green Card Lottery Program' law was passed by the American Congress and has been sanctioned by the American embassy. Many greencards have been issued over the years to non American citizens who achieved the minimum American immigration or USA immigration qualification standards.
People interested in an immigration green card and their immigration to America will need answers to questions like what is a green card, how to get a green card, how to become a US citizen and how long does it take to immigrate legally to achieve American citizenship. These questions and others regarding the USA card lottery are all answered on the USAFIS website at usafis.org. Many other concerns regarding visa USA policies and procedures such as the US visa application, fiance visa, l1 visa and how to administer a green card renewal are also answered on the USAFIS website. Immigration USA regulations allow people who are married to legally obtain a green card marriage and these procedures are also explained on the website. The greencards issued to people in the past have eventually lead them to obtain their permanent resident card so that they can live and work in the USA.
Every year the Diversity Visa Lottery Program ensures that a minimum of 50,000 immigrant visas are offered by the American green card lottery program to non American citizens who want to immigrate to the USA. You can register free of charge at the US immigration website but you can do it only during 2 months a year and you will have 30 minutes to fill out the entire form. They offer you submission services and assistance in filling out the forms in order to maximize your chances of being eligible to participate in the lottery and subsequently winning it, through the USAFIS website at American Green Card Lottery Registration. Any questions can also be answered by phoning 1 866 737 7139 directly. The USA green card which can be applied for through the USA green card lottery is a very sought after greencard. Non American citizens who receive a visa through the Diversity Visa Lottery Program will be legally allowed to immigrate to the United States where they can work and live happily with their families in a free and fair country.
To learn more about the American Green Card Lottery Program offered by USAFIS visit this link Green Card Lottery USAFIS United States Immigration Part Two Hundred Thirty Five
Visit American Green Card Lottery Registration to register and apply for your Green Card.
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