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What's a nifty way to restrict my dog run without re-installing it?
We have a "dog run" in our back yard that we hook our dogs to when they need to go out. Their harnesses hook to a lead, and then lead in turn hooks to the wheel you see in the picture below. The wheel ...
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Is it likely that there is lead in the varnish of my old 1930's hardwood floor?
I have recently uncovered an old (and presumably original circa 1930) hardwood floor in the hallway of my house. Over the past couple of weeks I have been cleaning and sanding it in order to ...
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How do I determine where lead paint was used?
I just bought a new house. The inspector told me that the entry way paint is cracking because a previous owner painted over lead paint without using the proper primer. How do I find out which walls ...
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Is it necessary to replace lead gas pipes?
I have some lead piping in the cellar where the gas comes into the house. Does this comply to current Gas Safe regulations??
Edit: England
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What precautions should I take before moving my family into a pre-1978 (lead-paint-era) house?
I am about to sign a lease and move with my family, including a 3 mo old and 2 yr old, into a home that was built in 1944. The house is in good condition and has been repainted at least once in the ...
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Home lead testing kits
Are home lead testing kits accurate or should I hire a pro? What should I being looking for when purchasing home lead testing kits?