Paints are often classified according to which thinner is used. You can come across water-thinned and solvent-thinned paints. The purpose of the thinner is to regulate the flowability, application properties, leveling and drying of the paint. Water is the most common thinner used in interior paints. Water-based paint is a safer choice than solvents for the environment, health and painting comfort. Yet, while water-based is a good thing, it doesn’t necessarily make the paint environmentally friendly or safe. Many water-based paints contain harmful VOCs as well as plastic. Because we want to make even better paints, all Cover Story paints are plastic-free and VOC-free. Because Cover Story paints evaporate mainly water into the air, the indoor air stays clean and the risk of allergens is low. Cover Story's near odorless and fast-drying water-based paints make the painting experience more comfortable.