Odor-absorbing Paint | Five Star Painting

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Do you have a room in your house that just stinks? Is odor absorbing paint the answer? If you are hoping to get a fresh-scented start in your house, it’s good to consider your options. While odor absorbing paint can help, you will also need to address the root problem causing the smelly situation. Here are the tips you need from the pros at Five Star Painting to improve the air quality and achieve a fresher smelling home with the help of odor absorbing paint.

What’s that Smell?

From cigarette smoke and pet odors to mold and mildew, there may be a variety of stinkers lurking in your home. Sure, you could apply some odor-absorbing paint and call it a day, but you will likely find that isn’t enough to get rid of the problem for good. It’s kind of like spraying air fresheners—they may work for a while, but it’s not getting rid of the smell long term. The good news is odor-absorbing paint can be one part of your solution. The other parts involve identifying the source of the odor, cleaning it up, and then applying the paint to get the results you want.

Cleaning Up the Source of the Odor

A room isn’t going to stink for no reason. Your first goal is to identify the source and take care of it. Depending on what the issue is, you may need to take some of the following steps:

  • Carpet cleaning
  • Washing the walls with a cleaning solution, such as vinegar or ammonia
  • Removing any mold or mildew in the home
  • Ensuring trash is taken out of the house immediately
  • Regularly cleaning the kitchen area, including the fridge and freezer
  • Cleaning upholstered furniture

How to Use Odor Absorbing Paint

Once you’ve cleaned any area in your home that may be causing the odor, it’s time to let the paint do its job. Keep in mind that foul odors can be difficult to remove. Schedule an appointment with our fellow Neighborly brand, Rainbow International, for professional odor removal before you paint the room to ensure the odor is entirely removed. Odor absorbing paint works by both covering and absorbing the odor, creating a fresher air quality. One of the preferred brands at Five Star Painting is the Sherwin-Williams odor absorbing paint. It contains anti-microbial agents which inhibit the growth of mold and mildew as well as related bacterial odors. The larger the area you paint, the greater the stink-reducing power.

You will apply the paint product just like you would any other paint, making it ideal for DIY projects and professional painting services alike.

Odor-Removal Painting Services Near Me

If you’d rather let the pros handle the job for you, turn to our local experts at Five Star Painting. We understand how frustrating it can be to have a smelly home, and we know how to help you achieve the fresh scent and freshly-painted look you desire. Get in touch with us online now for a free estimate or call (888) 261-3633 to schedule an appointment.