Version July 2025
| Clean up loose paint chips right away. |
| Wipe off loose paint using damp cloths or rags. Throw away the cloths or rags after using. |
| Block access to chipping paint with furniture. |
| Put contact paper over chipping paint. |
| Hose off the porch, or put down a blanket or rug where children play. |
| Seal or block off areas with small amounts of chipping paint. |
Avoid these unsafe ways of removing paint:
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| When hiring contractors to remove lead paint, use only people who are "certified abatement contractors." |
| Make sure family and belongings (such as cushioned furniture) are protected during lead removal (called "abatement"). |
