Paint. Many homes built before 1978 have lead-based paint. The
federal government banned lead-based paint from housing in 1978. Some
states stopped its use even earlier.
http://www.epa.gov/lead/pubs/leadinfo.htm#facts
Bertie Brink wrote:
If the house was built in the 60's ('62) in the US, would there be lead
paint in it? What year did they stop using lead paint in the US in new
home construction? What are the years for mercury in paints?
Also if the baseboards and window casings have it, is it better to paint
over it or remove it and put new ones? Is the risk of unsettling lead
dust greater?
Thanks
Bertie Brink
http://www.setdefault.com/bertie