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Almost 27 weeks preg. husband painted the living room with water based paint. how long should i wait before going in there? is 12 to 24 hours enough?

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Not a problem: Modern latex, water based paints do not have the volitile organic compounds that might be a problem during pregnancy. You can enter and use these rooms after the paint is dry, although many just don't like the funny newly painted smell.

Answered 10/6/2013

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