#leadpaint

[mrglitterati]

If you adore the older style of homes, you may want to look for a unique fixer-upper. But first, think about these five issues with houses from the 1970s.

[abreuenvironmental]

HUD Lead Paint Standards

Learn more about the standards and how they may affect you.

https://blog.abreu.training/hud/post/hud-lead-paint-standards

[thegradus2]

Cryptid creepy thames is so real to me. Ppl who seem completely “normal” at first but when you start asking too many questions abt their background they give you the leadpaint stare and just get rlly unnerving to be around 🙏😫😫

[positivelypyrex]

Problematic Pyrex: Do Vintage Dishes REALLY Contain Lead?

Photo Edit by Tiana Connor, Original Photo

Rumors spread like wildfire, and this Pyrex rumor is no exception. In this post, we’ll discuss what the problem with Pyrex is, when and where did this rumor start, and whether or not it is credible.

Origin

Vintage Pyrex contains lead...or so they say. One Facebook page titled “Punk Rock Homesteading”, is said to be the cause of this rumor. In 2016, the page shared a report that Pyrex contains unsafe levels of lead. The shared article, published by Creative Green Living, strongly discouraged the use of vintage Pyrex due to the alleged issue with high lead content. This article had gathered its information from a woman named Tamara Rubin, also known as Lead Safe Mama, and her documentary “MisLEAD: America’s Secret Epidemic”. Rubin is an award winning lead-poisoning prevention advocate and documentary filmmaker. After her own sons were poisoned by the work of a painting contractor in 2005, she started her fight against lead. On her website, she tests not only Pyrex, but other vintage decorations and kitchenware for lead. This is what caused this Pyrex panic and largely contested rumor.

What’s The Truth?

Some say yes and some say no, so what’s the deal? According to Rubin, its a definite yes. Rubin conducts lead tests with a non-radioactive source XRF instrument which detects exact quantities of lead, cadmium, and other metals in the single digit parts-per-million (PPM). On her website, she posts photos of each dish she tests with which metals are found. Her Pyrex list contains countless dishes that we all know and love. While there is evidence of lead, some still dispute Rubin’s findings. The issue is so contested that even Snopes, a trusted source for getting to the bottom of rumors, is unsure. They have the rumor listed as unproven. They’ve even stated that other than Rubin’s findings, conclusive evidence of lead in Pyrex has been hard to find, leaving many just as wary as before.

 What Does This Mean For Me?

DO YOUR RESEARCH! I am not a medical professional, and I am definitely not a lead professional. If you don’t want to risk having lead in your house, that’s completely understandable and you may want to refrain from collecting Pyrex. I personally only collect Pyrex at the moment, and refrain from actually baking with it. I’ve talked to collectors that say they would never use it, or even have it in their house, if they have children as children are far more susceptible to lead poisoning. Meanwhile, some people are completely comfortable with baking and actively using Pyrex on the daily. This issue got so large that The Smithsonian had this to say about the it:

“We do not recommend not using old ware unless it shows signs of deterioration such as cracking or pitting of the glaze. This could be a sign that the glaze is disintegrating and could allow lead to leach into food. In addition to using a home test kit, consumers who want to be cautious might choose to avoid storing foods in older holloware (bowls), consuming hot and acidic liquid beverages such as coffee or tea out of cups, and heating bowls, cups and plates in the microwave. Again, these are qualified recommendations; the ware is not necessarily unsafe because it is old, but it may not comply with current FDA standards.” 

Personally, I do believe there is lead but I share the same sentiment as the blog Retro House Wife Goes Green: its the question of accessibility, not presence. I’m currently house-hunting with my fiancé and, due to my love of vintage, we’ve looked at tons of older houses. My realtor warned that this may mean there’s lead paint in the household, albeit under 10 layers of paint. Since its covered, we would only have to worry when it comes time for renovations...or if someone was actively taking chunks out of our walls for fun. Like the walls of an old house, if the Pyrex is chipped or damaged I would be much more worried about my collection. Ultimately, it is up to you to do what's best for yourself and family. 

You should always do your research about anything you’re unsure of, so I highly encourage you to not only use this blog post but to look deeper and come to a conclusion on your own! Stay safe and be smart!

[jsingewald]

More creepy stuff from 1908 Suburban Life magazine... #suburbanlife #1908 #suburbs #magazine #periodical #historic #advertising #ephemera #lead #leadpaint #toxic #creepy #digitization #archive #research #illustration #graphicdesign #suburbanization #donteatpaint https://www.instagram.com/p/BuWRzxFHkon/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1fejzrlv22taz

[kmackmgt]

TODAY AT 4PM #SHARE New Castle County’s Lead Paint Hazard Reduction Program “No Lead” is hosting a FREE community event for National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week (Oct 24th - Oct 30th). North Wilmington Branch Library 3400 N. Market St. Wednesday, October 27, 2021 Time: 4pm - 6pm Entertainment includes: @tahirastorytell TAHIRA - Storyteller @_essence_legacy YMCA Essence Legacy Drill Team Activities from @partybusiness DJ Popcorn Cotton Candy Balloon Sculpting Vendors Special guests, Give-a-ways, and RAFFLES will take place throughout the event. Join us and bring the family! #newcastlecounty #newsjournal #leadpaint #leadpaintremoval #newcastlede #communityevents (at North Wilmington Branch Library) https://www.instagram.com/p/CViQZPsLgVk/?utm_medium=tumblr

[ecoabate]

When do you need to remove lead paint? 🤔 Well, when it starts falling off the walls and ceiling... it’s probably time 😅 Get paint and other surface coatings tested by @ecoabate ✅ Visit https://ecoabate.com to learn more! . . . @renovationfind @homestars #renovationfindcertified #homestarsverified #leadpaint #leadmaterials #calgary #safety #leadtesting #lead #leadsafety #leadabatement (at Calgary, Alberta) https://www.instagram.com/p/CLIPi8lpmIw/?igshid=1tvkkz3wutpsw

[syberstock]

Welcome to international flava..

[loveomhh]

Need financial assistance to repair lead paint hazards? Call 212-863-8860 #leadpaint #repair #hazzard @brownstonersbedstuyhousetour https://www.instagram.com/p/B9DPxX3J2WS/?igshid=1lf9f4cxnlyvj

[angelamontoo]

I wonder how many of Peter's movies were adapted to radio shows. The only radio adaptions I've listened to are for the Maltese falcon and Crime and punishment(neither of which I cared for), but I believe there are also ones tor Mask of dimitrios and Arsenic and old lace out there

I oughtta try and listen to every radio adaption of a Peter film that I've seen. I think it would be fun to make a post comparing them or something

[tommygunnsixx]

#AcidKing #LeadPaint #Doom #Sludge #Metal #DoomMetal #SludgeMetal #Fuzz #Fuzzy @acidkingrocks (at Glenelg, South Australia) https://www.instagram.com/p/B1KfJ5Ll9Ye/?igshid=wky2p131d13a

[michellekondrich]

#TBT to this piece I created after the sketch was rejected. It was about Rhode Island's lead paint problem. . . #illustration #editorialillo #editorialillustration #womenofillustration #LeadPaint #Painting #RhodeIsland #artistsoninstagram #digitalart #ThrowbackThursday https://www.instagram.com/p/BxzvuB1hDbZ/?igshid=g8dq7cpf7xqf

[csosin]

My most recent round of photos for @wnyc, this time for a story by Chris Werth about a family’s fight to get lead paint out of their apartment after the children tested high for lead in their blood. The mother was a domestic violence survivor so all of the photos had to be anonymous — a challenge when all the little kids want to do is strike a pose for the camera! #wnyc #leadpaint #leadexposure #photojournalism #nyc #family #domesticviolence #documentaryphotography #anonymousphoto (at New York, New York) https://www.instagram.com/csosin/p/BwxHypFl3BV/?igshid=10yxry0mz3drb

[mariebenz]

Pediatric Blood Lead Levels in Public vs Private New York Housing

MedicalResearch.com Interview with:

Lead paint can crack and form flakes, which can contaminate the surrounding environment. Source: Wikipedia Ms. Jacqueline Chiofalo, MPA Director of Policy Research & Analysis The Institute for Family Health Astoria, New York  MedicalResearch.com: What is the background for this study? What are the main findings? Response: Exposure to lead is dangerous and has been banned from use in residential dwellings. However, residual sources of lead still exist. Few studies have examined pediatric lead poisoning between public (NYCHA) and private housing units, and no recent studies performed in New York City. Our study used retrospective chart analysis of routine child lead testing to examine the difference in blood lead levels between the two housing types. Our data showed that children seen in our health centers who lived in New York City public housing had significantly lower mean blood lead levels and fewer children were found with levels over the CDC reference range of 5 μg/dL compared to children who lived in private housing.  MedicalResearch.com: What should readers take away from your report? Response: Children who lived in public housing had 92% lower odds of having elevated blood lead levels compared to children who lived in private housing. Additionally, decreases in elevated blood lead levels were observed over time, suggesting the effectiveness of local lead reduction legislation. MedicalResearch.com: What recommendations do you have for future research as a result of this work? Response: This study needs to be replicated across the entire city. Our data was concentrated to areas where the Institute for Family Health has health centers with a majority of children living in Manhattan and the Bronx.   In addition, a future study should capture information on the age of each housing unit, as older units may have deteriorating layers of lead-contaminated paint as well as residual lead in pipes. MedicalResearch.com: Is there anything else you would like to add? Response:  This study shows how community health centers can use electronic health records to identify and follow emerging and critical public health issues and disparities. Valuable evidence collected from EHRs can help identify emerging and existing problems and develop more effective public health interventions. Citation: Pediatric Blood Lead Levels Within New York City Public Versus Private Housing, 2003–2017 Environment, Housing and Health, Lead, Health Policy Jacqueline M. Chiofalo, Maxine Golub, Casey Crump and Neil Calman Ahead of Print 18 Apr 2019 The information on MedicalResearch.com is provided for educational purposes only, and is in no way intended to diagnose, cure, or treat any medical or other condition. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health and ask your doctor any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. In addition to all other limitations and disclaimers in this agreement, service provider and its third party providers disclaim any liability or loss in connection with the content provided on this website.   Read the full article