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Is Inhalation Of Strong Odor Post Wood Refinishing A Cause For Concern?

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Posted on Thu, 27 Oct 2016
Question: We just had our upstairs hardwood floors refinished. We are living downstairs and have opened all the windows, but the smell is fairly overwhelming. I am 21 weeks pregnant with a toddler. Is it safe for us to stay overnight as long as we keep it ventilated and air circulates? Or safest to go to a hotel? Thanks in advance!
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Answered by Dr. Aarti Abraham (17 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
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Thanks for trusting us with your health concern.
It is alright to spend the night at your home as long as you ensure good ventilation and air circulation.
Make sure you breathe in fresh air.
I understand that you cannot help the smell but the air should be fresh.
You should be fine.
All the best.
Please feel free to discuss further.

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Is Inhalation Of Strong Odor Post Wood Refinishing A Cause For Concern?

Brief Answer: As below Detailed Answer: Hello Thanks for trusting us with your health concern. It is alright to spend the night at your home as long as you ensure good ventilation and air circulation. Make sure you breathe in fresh air. I understand that you cannot help the smell but the air should be fresh. You should be fine. All the best. Please feel free to discuss further.