Safe and Quality Painting Materials

Was your home built before 1978? Are you worried that your walls might have been painted with lead paint? If so, chances are that lead based paint was used at least once to paint your home. While lead-based paint was most commonly used before 1978, homes built after that year may also have lead paint lurking somewhere. Lead is a dangerous toxin that can cause a variety of health problems, especially in children. So, if your home was built pre-1978 and you have not had it tested for lead, you should consider having it done as soon as possible. Fortunately, at New Haven Painters, we would be happy to provide residential or commercial property owners the services they need to test for lead paint and remove it safely and efficiently!

WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO REMOVE LEAD PAINT?

Despite the number of times the home has been painted and repainted, lead paint can be dangerous. This is because even though the lead paint may have been painted over numerous times ,it is still underneath all the layers and can present a hazard when disturbed. The biggest concern when dealing with lead paint is when it begins to peel, crack, or crumble. When this happens, tiny pieces of the paint can become airborne. If you or anyone else in your home breathes that in, they could become poisoned by lead. This is especially dangerous for young children who like to put their hands in their mouths.