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They are painting areas of my ceiling with latex paint is it safe for my grandchildren ages 4&8 months to be in another room in the house?
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Yes: No problems with fumes from latex paint.
Answered 12/4/2012
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Depends: New paint releases fumes for almost a month. Dont let children in the room that is painted. Keep the rooms well ventilated. It should be ok for the children to stay in other room.
Answered 7/30/2013
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