Paints, finishes and natural coatings
How to find a healthier wood finish
...VOCs per can of water based polyurethane; compare that with a low VOC paint which will have about 50 grams, or Zero VOC paint which will have... wait for it...zero! (excluding perhaps a low level in the coloring if separately tinted.)
Oil based floor finishes & varnish are high in VOC's:
If there is a 'pro' to oil ...