Some companies produce formaldehyde-free paint that emphasises the product is safe and without the distinctive smell. But some people still choose the ones containing formaldehyde as they are cheaper.

“It’s an experiment to see if scents can bring these paintings to life, enhancing people’s understanding of the painting,” Bradstreet tells the Observer. “It’s not just seeing the ...

Before painting, apply an odor-blocking primer like Kilz Restoration. When you’ve neutralized the smell with the above tips, you can add some pleasant smells to the home. “Burn scented candles ...

And while this scent in particular is often associated with the breezy freshness of spring, it’s a scent that brings a touch of beauty and warmth to any season. The first spritz of Cherry ...

B&Q says it will compensate hundreds of people who experienced bad smells after painting their homes with Valspar paint that it sold them. Customers have likened the smell to cat urine and rotten ...