Can baking soda help with paint fumes?

Baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) is a common household product with many uses, including as a deodorizer and cleaner. It is not specifically known to be effective in eliminating paint fumes, but it may be helpful in absorbing some of the odors associated with them.

Paint fumes are primarily caused by the release of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) into the air as the paint dries. These compounds can be harmful to health and can cause respiratory irritation, headaches, nausea, and other symptoms.

To reduce paint fumes, it is important to ensure adequate ventilation while painting and to use low-VOC paints whenever possible. Baking soda can be placed in shallow dishes around the room where the painting is taking place to help absorb some of the VOCs and reduce the odor. However, it is important to note that baking soda alone will not completely eliminate paint fumes and should be used in conjunction with other ventilation and safety measures.