I’ve been asked to re-new two 40 year old lifeguard stands before the beginning of summer.
Issues:
Irregular steel surface areas (steps, etc)
LOTS of paint layers (undoubtably some lead in there, too)
Embedded into the concrete deck (non-moveable)
Budget won’t allow media blasting (sprayer, big compressor, safety screens, hazardous waste removal, etc.)
I REALLY hope to remove this with a stripper that can be applied, covered with non-pourous film and removed after a few days. The rest is gravy.
Any wisdom, advice, or general “you’re screwed” from BT is greatly appreciated!
Liberty = Freedom from unjust or undue governmental control.
American Heritage Dictionary
Replies
Oh boy, you're in for a good time as you've already excluded the best method. I'll stop short of saying you're screwed, but messy strippers are no fun. I'm guessing heat guns and masks are in your future.
If you nsuspect lead paint, call in an abatement contractor to remove all of it (tell them the oldest layer is definately lead), add their cost to the contract, and then repaint it yourself. If they wont let you sandblast because they suspect lead paint, then they already klnow that it has to be properly removed.
"Put your creed in your deed." Emerson
"When asked if you can do something, tell'em "Why certainly I can", then get busy and find a way to do it." T. Roosevelt