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How to Choose Eco-Friendly Paint for Your Home

Courtney BalestierSenior Writer, Creative Studio Courtney BalestierSenior Writer, Creative Studio Courtney Balestier is the Apartment Therapy Creative Studio Senior Writer. She holds a master's degree in magazine journalism from NYU and lives in Pittsburgh, where you'll find her doing DIY projects in her new house with her dog and cat (who are not being very helpful).

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Color is usually the fun part of choosing paint. But it’s worth thinking about what’s in the formula, too, especially for rooms where your family spends the most time, like bedrooms. Not all paint formulations are created equal, and telling them apart can get confusing quickly. With labels like zero-VOC, low-VOC, and non-toxic, how do you know which paint is right for your needs?

The first step is breaking down the jargon so that you can make an informed decision.…