Eco-Proof Your DIY with Sustainable Paint Choices

We were delighted to spot eicó paints featured in My Weekly magazine's Eco-Proof Your DIY article, highlighting simple ways to make home improvements kinder to both your home and the environment.

The feature covered everything from giving old furniture a new lease of life to reducing draughts, choosing sustainable flooring, and making more environmentally conscious decorating decisions. One of the easiest changes you can make is choosing a paint that's healthier for your home and has a lower environmental impact.

Why Paint Choice Matters

When choosing a paint, most of us focus on colour and finish, but it's also worth looking at what's inside the tin.

Many conventional paints contain volatile organic compounds (VOCs), which are released into the air as the paint dries. These chemicals can contribute to indoor air pollution and may be of particular concern for those with allergies, asthma, or respiratory sensitivities.

According to Rishi Subeathar, founder of eicó Paints, some traditional paints may also contain ingredients such as alkylphenol ethoxylates (APEOs) and higher levels of preservatives like MIT (methylisothiazolinone). These substances have become a growing concern due to their environmental impact and their potential to cause skin irritation or allergic reactions in some individuals.

Why We Recommend eicó Paints

At Celtic Sustainables, we've been proud to supply eicó paints because they demonstrate that sustainability and performance can go hand in hand.

Manufactured in Iceland using 100% renewable geothermal and hydroelectric energy, along with pure Icelandic water, eicó paints are designed with both the environment and indoor air quality in mind.      

Some of the reasons our customers choose eicó include:          

• Extremely low VOC formulations. 
• Zero added APEOs.
• Minimal levels of MIT.
• Excellent coverage and durability.
• Beautiful, contemporary colour collection.
• Suitable for homes, schools, healthcare settings, and other environments where indoor air quality matters.

Sustainable Decorating Starts with Better Choices

Creating a more sustainable home isn't about making one huge change - it's about making thoughtful decisions throughout your renovation or decorating project.

Choosing a paint with lower emissions is one simple step that benefits not only your home but also the wider environment. Healthier formulations help improve indoor air quality, reduce unnecessary chemical exposure, and support manufacturers who are investing in cleaner production methods and renewable energy.

Whether you're refreshing a single room or renovating an entire home, sustainable paints like eicó allow you to achieve a beautiful finish while making a more environmentally responsible choice. Small changes really do add up - and every tin of paint is an opportunity to decorate with both your home and the planet in mind.