Lead-Safe Resources

After any renovation involving lead paint, you should clean, clean, and clean some more. This includes washing and/or vacuum ceilings, ceiling fans, walls, floors, any furniture in the area, curtains and... clean everything including the tools used during the renovation. Clean, clean, clean! A child 6 and under retains 50% of the lead dust they ingest. Lead dust is invisible and your children could suffer permanent brain damage. Get your child tested for their Blood Lead Level (BLL). Call 1-800-424-LEAD (5323) to find a testing facility near you.

Preparation is everything. Find lots more information from the EPA about Renovation, Repair, and Painting Program for Do It Yourselfers.

These videos show some techniques on how to remove and contain lead paint.