Lead Paint Removal Safety

 Connecticut has a variety of homes. Some were built in the last few years, but every neighborhood in this state has at least one victorian era home that is still standing. With the rise in popularity of fixer-uppers and DIY home improvement, you might even be the owner of one. With an older home comes older paint, with outdated ingredients. These safety steps are for anyone who has come into contact with a lead-based paint job site:

•  After leaving the site, wash your hands, face, and arms. This should especially be done before eating or drinking. Any painters should be doing this between breaks of any kind to avoid exposure.
•  Any breaks should be taken far away from where painters are working. If you're a homeowner, do not eat or drink in the lead paint areas.
•  Painters should be wearing protective clothing, such as disposable coveralls, shoe covers, gloves, etc. Hazardous materials waste should be disposed of properly, and there should be a container on the job site. Homeowners and painters need to follow state, local, and official hazardous regulations.
•  After thoroughly sanitation and changing out of protective gear, painters and homeowners should not go near the lead paint areas and job site.

     MDF knows that some home improvement projects can be tackled by the average homeowner. However, if you suspect your home is coated with lead-based paint, we urge you to call us before removing any of it.