Lead Based Paint
While lead based paint has been illegal in the marketplace since the late 1970s, there are many older homes that have lead paint in them. Most of us think of white paint as the most risky color, but lead wasn't added to just white paint. It helped paint flow onto almost every surface more effectively.
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Because lead has such significant health implications, you want to be sure your older home is a safe environment. The only issue isn't flaking paint. Dust can also be a problem.
- Learn how to protect yourself and your family.
Lead paint is the main hazard a painter can encounter. If your home was built before 1978, there's a good chance that the original paint or primer is lead-based. - Learn how to test your home for lead based paint.
If you suspect your home was been painted with lead-based primer or paint, and especially if you have children or pets, you should have the paint (and possibly your soil and water) tested for lead paint contamination. - Learn what to do if your home contains lead based paint.
Many homeowners avoid testing paint in their house, perhaps because out of sight can mean out of mind. Once you determine that your home contains lead based paint, you want to act quickly. - Learn how you can avoid sanding lead based paint.
There are two ways to avoid sanding lead based paint and the obvious danger it poses. In many cases, you can use one of these methods. Which method is the best choice depends on the situation. - Learn how to stay safe if you do have to sand an area with lead based paint present.
Sometimes, badly peeling or flaking paint must be removed by scraping and sanding. If this is necessary, you must carefully seal the area off to avoid contaminating other areas.
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