Kerosene smells much more like diesel or home heating oil it is not nearly as crisp a smell as gas. Smell kerosine has a oily smell. When drying paint mixes with traces of natural gas in the air (from your stove, water boiler, etc.), it produces an odor similar to kerosene. ...

Does kerosene smell bad?

Breathing in kerosene fumes (not vehicle exhaust) may cause dizziness, drowsiness headaches. Breathing in large amounts can result in coma, loss of muscle control, heart and lung problems. Kerosene can cause the skin to become irritated, dry and cracked; if the skin is exposed for a long time then burns may develop.

What smells similar to kerosene?

Natural gas can be found in the air from your stove, water boiler, etc. It has an odor like that of kerosene. You should thoroughly air out your house.