24/10/2025
Are you renovating an older house?
Did you know that houses built pre 1980 will most likely have some lead paint on them? And houses built before 1950 are a major risk for lead containing paint.
Here's some tips on how to safely remove the lead paint.
Exposure to lead can affect multiple body systems and is particularly harmful to young children and women of child-bearing age.
Lead paint is a major source of exposure globally.
Maintenance, removal, repair or general deterioration can cause the lead paint to contaminate the surrounding soil with lead, and households can be exposed to lead when they handle the soil, eat vegetables grown in it, or track dirt and dust into the house.
๐ Today weโre sharing our DIY Lead Paint Removal Webinar, equipping renovators and homeowners with the knowledge to stay safe. Youโll learn how to:
Test surfaces for lead-based paint before starting any work.
Use protective gearโlike respirators and glovesโto guard against overexposure.
Set up a contained workspace with proper ventilation and plastic sheeting to keep dust from spreading.
Clean effectively, using HEPA vacuums and wet-wiping, to minimize risk.
Dispose of hazardous waste responsibly, preventing re-contamination.
Lead-safe practices are essentialโespecially when doing it yourself. Letโs stay informed, stay safe, and protect our whฤnau.
๐ Start learning here: https://youtu.be/nu4x44B8t0
