One approach might be removal with solvent based (no caustics) paste
consistency non-toxic stripper like Peel-Away 7.  It is relatively easy
(that is, not on a swing scaffold but otherwise) to contain this removal
method following usual lead abatement procedures re: enclosures, clothing,
respirators etc. Then you could assess the condition of the lead coated
copper underneath.  Perhaps it shouldn't be painted anyway.

Mark

----- Original Message -----
From: "Ralph Walter" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Tuesday, January 22, 2002 2:00 PM
Subject: Getting the Lead Out


> Alright, boys and girls, it's time to play "Stump the Chumps again:
>
> We have a (genuine official NYC Landmark) building in Midtown Minhattin
with a somewhat (in my experience, anyway) unusual lead problem, to wit, as
follows, hencely thus, etc:
>
> Analysis was done on paint samples taken from the bldg, which was rehabbed
about 10 years ago, and found lead in cornice paint.  I just went for a ride
this morning and found that the cornice paint is in fact well adhered--but
it's adhered to lead coated copper.  There are also (painted, but peeling)
lead-coated copper spandrel panels at one of the upper floor levels.
>
> The question is, how do I address the preparation for paint of historic
substrate material which in itself is toxic, which can't be abated, and
which isn't doing anybody any harm except when it's being prepped for paint
which it desperately needs?
>
> Your woids of wisdom, poils of sagacity, etc. shall be much appreciated.
>
> Ralph
>
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