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This may have been addressed before but it bears repeating. Some of the essential plant oils used in making varnish have powerful pharmacological properties and can seriously effect body functions of humans and animals. Inhaling the aroma of some essential oils can cause dangerous drop or increase in blood pressure and/or heart rate, and asthma symptoms. These effects may be worsened if you are also inhaling solvent vapours and wood dusts. Use these chemicals with excessive ventilation to be safe. Work outside whenever possible. Carefully read the labels on essential oils and consult a pharmacist if you are pregnant or have existing health problems - especially cardiac or respiratory. Randy O’Malley Registered Respiratory Therapist (ret’d)
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I plan to play the violin for the rest of my life. I know both arm and wrist vibrato (not mastered, but know how to do them) but recently I read from Ray Chen and some posts online say arm vibrato CAUSES Tendonitis, so we should only use wrist vibrato... I am even more lost than before now!! (was spending a whole week on improving my arm vibrato
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Hello all, After being told my varnishing area smells very strongly, I wanted to do some research to make sure the smells/fumes weren't health hazardous. I've attempted searching, but have come up relatively unsatisfied. So, when varnishing, is there a health risk? Any dangerous solvents or varnishes? Or am I overreacting? I just want to be sure that myself (and others) will remain as healthy as can be. Thanks!
