A Fresh Coat of Paint: Linseed oil paint, traditional and ecological

Linseed oil paint was historically manufactured and used widely across North America up until the post-war period when it was replaced by petroleum-based solvent and later by water-based latex paint, common today. However, conservation experts are recommending linseed oil paint for preservation and restoration. In fact, an argument can be made to use it for new construction as well but unfortunately it is not widely available. See more at http://solventfreepaint.ca