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  • Ripped carpet out, floorboards look okay, couple need replacing then plan to sand them, along with the stairs.

    The edge of the stairs are painted white, perhaps used to have some sort of runner down the middle.

    What are the proper precautions I need to take when using a hired sander? Assuming the white paint could contain lead etc.

  • What are the proper precautions I need to take when using a hired sander?

    Buy a decent mask. They're not expensive.

    Double layer of plastic sheeting over every doorway there is, then two extra for luck. If someone wouldn't carry out a hit in your place you haven't used enough.

  • yes, I have one of these already. Assume that is suitable for sanding potential lead paint? and the plastic sheeting will keep everything contained within the area I suppose, then wet wipe everything and then hoover?

    Overly cautious im sure but would rather do it properly

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