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Heat has long been used to soften old paint so it can be easily scraped off. The problem is that lead starts to vaporize when heated over 752 degrees F, and you can end up breathing in the poisonous fumes. A HEPA respirator(CK) and copious ventilation, should keep you safe.
If you have to use a hot-air gun, use it just enough to soften the paint ? don't burn it because this will release fumes. A good guide is to make sure your gun is set below 450°C. Keep surfaces moist when removing paint. Wear protective clothes, gloves and a good quality face mask with a filter conforming to EN143 P2.
Make sure the device is shrouded and attached to a HEPA vacuum. Respiratory protection is still necessary during this process. Heat stripping is another lead paint removal process that includes using a heat gun to remove paint. Be sure the temperature is set below 1100 degrees F.
If you have to use a hot-air gun, use it just enough to soften the paint ? don't burn it because this will release fumes. A good guide is to make sure your gun is set below 450°C. Keep surfaces moist when removing paint. Wear protective clothes, gloves and a good quality face mask with a filter conforming to EN143 P2.
The process involves applying a special liquid coating over surfaces with lead paint. This coating can be referred to as an ?encapsulant? or ?lead encapsulating paint.? As it dries, the encapsulant bonds to the surface and forms a physical barrier preventing lead dust or paint chips from escaping.