Does anyone have a summary of the current requirements and laws regarding re-painting an older building which undoubtably has lead paint. The building is the typical 1900 3-story wood facade, commercial buiding in a Historical "Main Street USA" zone.
I realize sanding the surfaces is strictly prohibited. I am unsure as to whether it can be hand scraped and re-painted or must the paint be fully stripped to bare wood using chemical strippers (such as "Back to Nature" or "Peel Away") . I would guess that only certified "lead abatement contractors " should be looking at this project. We want to advise the owner correctly and stay within the letter of the law.
While I am not certified nor am I very interested in doing the job, due to the liabilities, I have an interest in helping out the building owner with advice and some contractor referrals in my area. I am in Northern New Jersey. (but .... I long to be in the Adirondack Mountains!)
Thanks for any help and advice!
Paul
Spectrum Coatings Company
I realize sanding the surfaces is strictly prohibited. I am unsure as to whether it can be hand scraped and re-painted or must the paint be fully stripped to bare wood using chemical strippers (such as "Back to Nature" or "Peel Away") . I would guess that only certified "lead abatement contractors " should be looking at this project. We want to advise the owner correctly and stay within the letter of the law.
While I am not certified nor am I very interested in doing the job, due to the liabilities, I have an interest in helping out the building owner with advice and some contractor referrals in my area. I am in Northern New Jersey. (but .... I long to be in the Adirondack Mountains!)
Thanks for any help and advice!
Paul
Spectrum Coatings Company