> The safest paint/stains to use are ones that are water based. I would
> still allow the cabinets to air out for several weeks after painting
> them.
> This will get rid of most of the volatile organic compounds.
Some professionals have used polyurethane varnish on particleboard (which
releases formic acid vapor) cabinets with good results. I have tried this
myself and still had problems with Byne's disease.
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