Help please Exterior Painy

Isn’t exterior paint more expensive? I still don’t understand why you used it. Surely wouldn’t give the same finish on walls or ceilings as ordinary interior paint?

I meant to type,, I was forced to spend the night in the car

Sorry for the typos

Tha k you so mu h it was a terrible night because it was late when I finished painting and it was then that it dawned on me that I may have done something silly. I never decorate because I have in the oast been too lazy to do that but I don't want to be that orson any more and so starting painting

I really did not know that oainti g a wall could cause me so much stress

Because of the stinging eyes I called 111 just because I lu e alone and at that late hour coykd not speak to family about it

The Doctor Ad ised that I leave my property! and I had to spend the night in the care after trying to book myself into a local hotel and was told fully booked

So you can just imagine how Grateful I was when I got support and help from Gransnetetters Tha k you so very much I appreciate every post and read it through I really needed the help.

I felt much much better when I saw posts and reply from Gransnetters

An bit if an update

I spoke to two professional painters and they told me just to keep windows open, they told me that some people actually use e, terior paint for bathrooms and that I wouldn't need to leave my property for a couple of days and that was a relief but would need to do more research now that I am in a calm place

The reason I used Exterior paint was because I did not realise that it made a difference

Thank you to everyone that took the time to help thank you for ???

Msida

I did try and call the manufacturer but the li e keeps cutting thank you for helping its been a nightmare night

We've just used that but outside; I can't say I noticed anything but we still have more to finish painting so I will take note.

It dries quickly but fumes could remain so yes, open all windows and doors if possible and contact the manufacturers of necessary.

I don’t want to be controversial but why use exterior paint inside a living area?
I used masonry paint on a fireplace in the sitting room but didn't notice a problem with my eyes. It was a different make.

Perhaps Msida you used it on an exposed brick or stone wall which may have made sense to you.
I agree with others that good ventilation for a week or more should help.
If your eyes are very sore then call your doctor for advice.

I don’t want to be controversial but why use exterior paint inside a living area? Was it a porch or something like that? I hope it works out ok & your sore eyes calm down. Lessons learned maybe?

Open all your windows then get in touch with the manufacturers.

At least you won't have to do it again for 50 years!

According to the label on the tin the product contains mould inhibitors and they are listed and they say they can (not will) cause allergic reactions. www.sandtex.co.uk/products/sandtex-smooth-masonry-paint/

The warning is very low key, which suggests that any reaction will be minor. The VOC level (volatile organic compounds) is exceedingly low.

The Agrement certificate www.sandtextrade.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/1970/01/Sandtex_Trade_Fine_Textured_Matt_BBA_Certificate_Jan_18_2114ps2i2.pdf states that the fungicide is approved by law and no where on either container label or certificate does it mention that anyone using the paint needs to wear mask, gloves or other protective equipment - and it surely will do, if there is anything even slightly dangerous to human health.

I think just open the window in the room you used it in and give the room a good airing and everything should be fine.

There are interior paints that contain fungicides as well and I have used those inside withput any harm.

Just a question. Why did you decide to paint an interior room with exterior paint? And why did you do it without getting clarification on whether it was suitable or not?

I did try and call the manufacturer but the li e keeps cutting thank you for helping its been a nightmare night

Just call the manufacturer.
The details will be on the tin.

It would depend upon the paint ingredients. If the paint includes fungicides, I should think that may explain it.

Once it's dry and cured, though, I doubt it would be a problem (unless you touched it, then your eyes, which seems unlikely).

I'd keep some windows and doors open, for as long as possible, to ensure good ventilation, until it's thoroughly dry.

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Google the particular brand of paint you used and look at the warnings, if you still have the can look on the side and read the warnings.

There may well be fumes from the paint which are making your eyes sore.
I would ventilate the house thoroughly- every possible door and window open and seek medical advice about your eyes.
If you still have the paint tins there may be something on the side to warn against using it indoors, or without protective goggles and an indication of the chemicals it contains.
Did you use it for walls or just woodwork?
You may need a professional decorator to go over what you have done or it may be that the fumes will disperse in a couple of days.