Lead was an additive in residential house paint for many years because it improve appearance, durability and moisture resistance, and it expedited drying. Because lead was found to be toxic and a major health hazard, its use was outlawed by the Environmental Protection Agency in 1977. Whenever a home improvement project requires paint removal, particularly on homes more than 30 years old, there is a likelihood that the existing paint contains lead. The procedure to remove lead paint ensures safe handling and quickly strips the surface for refinishing.
Instructions
1. Apply chemical paint stripper to an area of the painted surface according to the manufacturer's labeled instructions, using a paintbrush. Follow all safety precautions for application and handling of the stripper material. Begin by covering a small area to determine the size of the workable surface you'll cover with each application.
2. Allow the paint stripper to saturate the painted surface and deteriorate the paint. The surface will typically begin to show surface bubbles when the paint is softened to the point where it can be removed.
3. Scrape the softened lead paint from the surface using a broad-blade putty knife. Collect the paint material in a cardboard box as you remove it to contain the material and simplify disposal.
4. Reapply the paint stripper to the painted surface as needed and repeat Steps 2 and 3 to complete the lead paint removal.
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