Thursday, February 11, 2010

What is the best way to paint brickwork with old (possibly lead based), peeling paint on it?

I have recently purchased an old house (circa 1840) outside Sydney, it has painted brick walls (so an uneven finish) inside which need repainting. What is the best way to remove the peeling (and possibly lead based) paint and prepare the surface for repainting while doing minimum damage to the lovely old brickwork underneath?What is the best way to paint brickwork with old (possibly lead based), peeling paint on it?
The Best Thing I Can Suggest If You Are Unsure Is To Contact The Workers Health Centre On 9749 7666 For Advice As Lead-Based Paint Is Very Hazardous And Must Only Be Removed By Specialist Contractors. The Centre Will Be Able To Advise You And Probably Arrange For An Inspection Or Tell You How To Get One. I Hope This Is Of Some Help And You Can Get Your Beaut House Just The Way You Want It.What is the best way to paint brickwork with old (possibly lead based), peeling paint on it?
Please take notice of Paul R. If it is lead, it can be highly dangerous and it is illegal to remove or disturb without protection. You could always scrape off a small part and have it analysed, possibly one of the large hardware or paint shops may be able to help. Don't attempt to do anything with it, especially blast it off without confirming what it is made of. Just a small exposure can be hazardous.
have the old paint sandblasted off with baking soda. Yes, there is such a process. They dont use slag or sand. The next abrasive is a crushed nut shells,,,like walnuts.


If you try to do it with chemicals the mortar will get screwed up. Old mortar was made with lime,sand and water,,,,,,the same thing as plaster but with more sand..
you will need to rent a sand blaster to do this type of job .
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