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- 2. Infrared paint removal - the final method suggested by The British Coatings Federation that sounds like a science fiction solution, but actually infrared paint removal technology has been around for many years. Developed in Sweden there the Scandinavian Heritage Boards have been so impressed with the rejuvenating properties of this equipment it is the only tool they recommend for paint stripping on their listed properties. It harnesses infrared heat which unlike direct heat operates at almost 200 degrees lower than the heat gun, reducing the risks of fire and scorching. Most importantly this method does not give off noxious fumes or dust which makes it the perfect solution for lead paint removal that is a win-win solution for the operator and residents. On windows this tool has the technology to also soften putty, which allows it to be easily removed and with the lower operating temperature there is very little window glass breakage.
- 4. In the past there has been considerable media attention on the issue of lead paint but as new paint no longer contains lead the public have been led to believe that lead in paint is no longer an issue. Far from it, lead paint can still be around all of us daily; it is still hazardous if not dealt with in a cautions manner, particularly when stripping paint work on an older property. If a property was constructed before 1970 then it is highly likely to contain lead paint. Previous owners or even you would give the painted area a clean, possibly a sand and paint the next coat on top thus hiding any potential risk for another day.
- 6. Chemical paint stripping - a method of stripping paint off wooden surfaces that involves applying a chemical coating or dipping the wood into a chemical bath. This is expensive, messy and time consuming. The amateur must take care as chemicals are highly toxic giving off solvent fumes, so masks are essential, but masks don't protect against dust so great care must be taken. The newly applied paint layers will often fall off and flake prematurely, because even with great care small traces of chemicals remain within cracks and gaps that stop the paint adhesion.