How to deal with strong smell of curtain paint
Recently, many consumers have reported on social media and home forums that the newly purchased curtains have a strong smell of paint, which not only affects the home experience, but may also cause hidden dangers to health. This article will combine hot topics and user discussions on the Internet in the past 10 days to provide you with scientific and effective solutions.
1. Recent relevant hot data statistics

| Platform | Amount of discussions (articles) | core issues |
|---|---|---|
| 2,300+ | Does the peculiar smell of curtains contain formaldehyde? | |
| little red book | 1,800+ | Tips for quick deodorization |
| Zhihu | 450+ | Environmentally Friendly Curtains Buying Guide |
2. Analysis of odor sources
According to the popular science popularized by quality inspection experts in a recent Douyin live broadcast, the odor of curtains mainly comes from:
1. Chemical additive residues in the printing and dyeing process
2. Inferior pigments contain benzene series/formaldehyde
3. Plastic packaging pollution in warehousing and transportation
3. 7 efficient processing methods
| method | Operation steps | Effective time |
|---|---|---|
| Activated carbon adsorption method | Hanging 50g activated carbon packs per square meter | 3-5 days |
| White vinegar fumigation method | Water: white vinegar = 3:1 heating and fumigation | Instant results |
| Sun exposure method | Sun the front and back sides for 6 hours each | Effective after 2-3 times |
4. Guide to purchasing pitfall avoidance
According to the latest consumer white paper released by JD.com, high-quality curtains should have:
• EU OEKO-TEX® certification label
• Water-based pigment printing and dyeing process
• The packaging is designed with breathable holes
5. Special reminder from experts
The warning issued by the Shanghai Consumer Protection Commission on September 15 stated:
1. It is recommended to use undyed raw linen material for the rooms of pregnant women/infants.
2. Persistent irritating odor requires professional testing
3. It is recommended that new curtains be ventilated for 2 weeks before use.
Through the above methods, you can not only effectively solve the problem of curtain odor, but also avoid health risks at the source. It is recommended to bookmark this article and share it with more friends who are troubled by this.
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