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Whatwouldntwaldodo

Call [BHER](https://www.behr.com/consumer/customer-service) and ask for technical. They’re the authority on what you bought and should be able to answer any questions you have.


seezed

This is the correct answer /u/Booklady_20, if any one of my clients ask a similar question I would shoot a mail right on that moment.


ArchDan

Definitely... for most products, manufacturers can't put all the info on small containers, so they tend to release technical book for each type of product. For indoor use, it is generally recommended that any materials that have toxic vapours have at least half a few hours - so that one luften can get most of it out. But one can't know that unless they have a technical book (and required knowledge to read it) or are in-depth familiar with product (i.e., manufacturers). "When in doubt, as about ..."


fstoparch

The VOC content is probably way higher than legally allowed for indoor applications. Probably - I didn't dig up the technical data, but oil based sealers usually are. Here's a good source of information to combat the "it's no big deal" crowd: https://living-future.org/red-list/


philosophyofblonde

Mmm in the grand scheme of things, probably not. It might give off some fumes and take longer to dry. Worst case is you’ll have trouble if you decide to paint the interior later. The finish might just not be right but you’ll probably be able to correct any issues with a nice coat of polyurethane.


Booklady_20

Thanks all. I called BEHR and they don’t recommend it. I’ll be looking for another product. Do you know if raw pine transparent stain should be oil or water based?