How Do You Remove Lead Paint From Metal?
Lead was used in paint for many years. Exposure to lead — including lead based paint — can cause kidney damage, delayed development and nervous system damage in small children. Lead can also cause serious problems with both men’s and woman’s reproduction systems. It was not until 1977 that the United States government banned the use of lead in paint. There are varieties of methods to removing paint from a metal object. However, since the paint contains lead you will need to find the method that will not simultaneously release the lead into the air. Move the metal item outside if possible. If not, open doors and windows in the area you will be working. Wear a respirator mask. This will keep you from inhaling the lead dust. Put on a pair of rubber gloves, disposable paper coveralls, and safety goggles. Pour a non-methylene chloride paint stripper into a plastic paint tray. Dip a paintbrush into the stripper and brush the chemical paint stripper onto the metal item. Be sure to apply a t
