Here’s a question from one of our readers: I want to make wooden toys for my daughter, but cannot figure out what kind of paint to use. I want to use something non-toxic & safe to chew on as she is 9 months old & everything goes in her mouth! I would like to use something vibrant & am willing to seal them as well. I have read that beeswax is a good sealant; is this correct? Non-toxic paint and non-toxic wood sealant…you BET we’ve got some suggestions!
For non-toxic, kid-friendly dyes, check out these possibilities: Most stains and paints, however, will need to be sealed, so here are some suggestions for non-toxic wood sealants: Of course, and as always, our best resource for answering reader questions is YOU! If you have another suggestion for non-toxic wood stains or wood sealants, or an opinion about any of the options that I’ve listed here, please comment below. (painted wooden toys image via Shutterstock)
