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CAZENOVIA REPUBLICAN, MAY 11, 2011
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By Waded Gonzalez-Candelaria, public health educator Are you thinking about fixing up the old homestead? Are you planning on doing the project on your own or hiring someone to do it for you? Was your home built before 1978? If it was, it may contain lead paint. When lead paint is disturbed during remodeling, dangerous lead dust is created. Young children and pregnant women are at the greatest risk from exposure to lead dust, but anyone can become lead poisoned. The Onondaga County Health Department Lead Poisoning Control Program would like you to consider the following questions before you start your project: Was the house built before 1978? Will you be disturbing the paint? Have you had the paint tested to see if it is lead paint? What safety precautions will you or your contractor/handyman take to protect yourself and your children from exposure to hazardous lead dust? The most important thing to consider when remodeling is controlling the lead dust. You can do this by following these tips: Work smart To keep paint chips and dust contained, work in one area at a time; enclose the work area using heavy plastic (6 mil); Keep pregnant women and children out of the work area; Protect yourself by washing your hands and eating or drinking outside the work area; Wear a protective mask to prevent inhaling lead dust. Work wet Avoid creating lead dust by using a spray bottle to wet an area to be sanded or scraped Work clean Clean up daily. Don’t allow anyone into the work area until the daily cleanup is complete Learn more about working safely with lead paint. To sign up for a free one-day Lead Safe Work Practices training, call the Lead Poisoning Control Program at 435-3271.
HOME & GARDEN
Projects
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and shelves to add dimension and visual appeal to the room. Project 9 - Add a two-piece urethane ceiling medallion around a ceiling fan or lighting fixture to “pop� some visual friendliness to the ceiling. Project 10 - Add moisture-resistant corbels to the top of cabinets to present a more finished look in the bathroom or laundry room. Project 11 - Create a unique window treatment by hanging a pair of brackets on either side of a window. Insert a dowel rod through the brackets and drape with fabric for a fast and easy decorative window treatment. Project 12 - Accent interior doorways with a keystone. Project 13 - Install a set of moisture-resistant urethane pilasters on both sides of a shower stall and a door
crosshead overhead to upgrade the look of the bathroom. Project 14 - Create customized shelves to house knick knacks using moulding or PVC boards. Faux finish the pieces to make a collection stand out. Project 15 - Add a one-piece fireplace mantel surround to an existing fireplace or create a faux fireplace area using these durable accent pieces. Project 16 - Create a welcoming look over a garage or gable area by installing a urethane wreath and bow. The three-piece accent is 86� long and 38� high and makes a stunning accent on the home. Project 17 - Flank the window opening between two rooms (like a kitchen and family room) with a pair of urethane shutters. The lightweight
shutters can be stained or painted to accent the walls. Project 18 - Top off a standard bookshelf with an impressive combination acorn pediment to add style in any room. Project 19 - Add a scalloped moulding border to a child’s room to launch into a princess or medieval theme for the room. Project 20 - Install a set of pilasters on either side of the garage door and a long door crosshead over the top. “Each of these projects can easily be completed in just 20 minutes,� said Mealer. “These are simple doit-yourself projects that quickly and effectively upgrade your home and bring years of lasting satisfaction.� For product information, visit fypon.com.
Doing Home Repairs? WARNING: MOST OLDER HOMES HAVE LEAD PAINT
Protect yourself and your children.
Learn to work SMART, WET, & CLEAN. Free trainings every month! Call the Onondaga County Lead Program to register today!
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