Hi All,
I need to either repaint or replace the existing picture rail in the living room of my Victorian house, however, I'm concerned that it probably contains lead paint amongst the multiple layers.
The room has been recently skimmed, so it's going to damage the walls if I remove the picture rail - I want to avoid that.
If I sand the rail, then I may be releasing toxic dust containing lead into the inside of my house.
So, what are my options? I have a heat gun, so if I use that an a low setting and open the windows, would that be okay?
Any ideas/advice would be appreciated.
Cheers.
I need to either repaint or replace the existing picture rail in the living room of my Victorian house, however, I'm concerned that it probably contains lead paint amongst the multiple layers.
The room has been recently skimmed, so it's going to damage the walls if I remove the picture rail - I want to avoid that.
If I sand the rail, then I may be releasing toxic dust containing lead into the inside of my house.
So, what are my options? I have a heat gun, so if I use that an a low setting and open the windows, would that be okay?
Any ideas/advice would be appreciated.
Cheers.