I agree with the posters above saying not to sweat it too much. If you are really concerned you can get a blood test to see if you have any exposure issues. A friend of mine did this when he realized he was renovating his lead-paint-filled apartment. Actually he first did a lead paint test to the apartment and the numbers were off the charts bad and then he freaked out understandably and saw his doctor. He was living in the renovation for months and he had no elevated exposure issues.
Long story short — you are probably fine but why stress? Kids in the house and everything. Had my lead levels tested a few years ago out of curiosity, barely showed on the radar. The kids seem to have all their marbles, and the grandkids are fine too. You might get mowed down by the Pure Air Police. Your doctor might not have explained that your blood test only showed what you have been exposed to recently the last month or two , not over the course of a lifetime.
One on Downing and one on Grand. That it was a miniscule danger to childless OP? Abatement and disposal are big busines now, and they will make sure they get their share.
Lead is a danger for adults at very high doses or prolonged exposure. It's important to remove as much from the room as you can furnishings, rugs, decorative objects , lay heavy plastic on the floor and tape around the edges, cover any HVAC registers with plastic and seal with tape, and finally, seal off the door with heavy plastic.
Personal protective equipment includes: paper booties, a half mask respirator equipped with a P filter to prevent inhaling any dust while you work, safety goggles or glasses, and a disposable protective suit that blocks particles in the air.
You'll also need gloves. To keep dust out of the air, use a wet sanding method. Be sure you have a safe way to capture leaded paint slurry and other debris. Once the project is done, take all debris to a facility that handles hazardous materials. Use a spray bottle filled with water and thoroughly wet the area you're sanding, making sure that electric power is turned off if the area is near an electrical outlet.
It's important to sand only by hand using a block sander. Working wet will turn the sanded material into a sludge-like material that you can wipe away using rags, and when finished sanding, discard all used sandpaper and rags in proper containers to dispose of at approved facilities for lead impacted materials. If you do not take the recommended route of using our lead paint treatment to cover the impacted areas, you must make sure that lead and lead dust does not spread throughout the house.
You can consider using a combination of plastic covers, or ZipWalls, and sticky mats. The ZipWalls will keep dust confined to the work area, while the mats will pull the dust off your shoes so you do not track it through the house when you are quitting for the day or taking a break.
To avoid breathing in the dust while you are working, or consuming the dust orally, wear a respirator whenever you are in the work zone, regardless of whether you are actively working at the time.
Wear a protective layer of clothes that you remove at the ZipWall, so you do not shed particles when moving through the house. Also, do not bring food or beverages into the work area.
When you have finished your project, do not forget to do a thorough cleanup. Iron and heavy metals. Editorial team. Lead is found in: Houses painted before Even if the paint is not peeling, it can be a problem.
Lead paint is very dangerous when it is being stripped or sanded. These actions release fine lead dust into the air. Infants and children living in pre's housing when paint often contained lead have the highest risk of lead poisoning. Small children often swallow paint chips or dust from lead-based paint. Toys and furniture painted before Painted toys and decorations made outside the United States Lead bullets, fishing sinkers, curtain weights. Plumbing, pipes, and faucets. Lead can be found in drinking water in homes containing pipes that were connected with lead solder.
Although new building codes require lead-free solder, lead is still found in some modern faucets. Soil contaminated by decades of car exhaust or years of house paint scrapings. Lead is more common in soil near highways and houses. Hobbies involving soldering, stained glass, jewelry making, pottery glazing, and miniature lead figures always look at labels.
Children's paint sets and art supplies always look at labels. Pewter, some glass, ceramic or glazed clay pitchers and dinnerware. Lead-acid batteries, such as ones used in car engines. Possible complications include: Behavior or attention problems Failure at school Hearing problems Kidney damage Reduced IQ Slowed body growth The symptoms of lead poisoning may include: Abdominal pain and cramping usually the first sign of a high, toxic dose of lead poison Aggressive behavior Anemia low red blood cell count Constipation Difficulty getting pregnant Difficulty sleeping Headaches Hearing loss Irritability Loss of previous developmental skills in young children Low appetite and energy Reduced sensations Very high levels of lead may cause vomiting, internal bleeding, staggering walk, muscle weakness, seizures , or coma.
You can reduce exposure to lead with the following steps: If you suspect you may have lead paint in your house, get advice on safe removal from the National Lead Information Center -- www. Keep your home as dust-free as possible. Have everyone wash their hands before eating. Throw out old painted toys if you do not know whether the paint contains lead.
Let tap water run for a minute before drinking or cooking with it. If there is a chance your home will be contaminated with lead dust during renovations, move toddlers, preschool children, and pregnant women elsewhere until the work is done. Wear appropriate protective clothing such as coveralls, goggles, gloves, and most importantly, a U.
Consult your local safety equipment dealer. Do not eat, drink, or smoke in an area where paint is being removed. To prevent spreading paint chips and dust to other parts of the house, remove children and pets and seal the area and all heating vents.
Protect the entrance to the working area with plastic to contain dust. Remove all drapes, rugs, furniture, and household items from the area.
Cover objects that cannot be moved, including the floor, with heavy plastic, and seal with tape. Fill a spray bottle with water and a small amount of detergent to wet all surfaces and to contain any dust during renovations or clean-up. If working outdoors, use drop sheets to catch any paint scrapings, avoid windy days and cover windows and doors with plastic to keep scrapings and dust out of the house.
Use techniques that do not spread lead dust or fumes. Chemical stripping produces the least amount of lead dust. As chemical stripping agents also contain potentially harmful substances, they must be used with care. Mechanical removal through sanding or grinding produces more lead dust. Turn off forced air heating and air conditioning systems and cover vents with taped plastic sheeting. Remove protective clothing and footwear whenever you leave the work area.
Wash work clothes separately from other laundry or discard them when you are finished. At the end of each day, wetting the dust and wet-wiping will help clean up and prevent dust from spreading. Put all waste into a secure container or sealed plastic bag. Mark the bag as hazardous waste.
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