Why Use Lead-Specific Detergents for Lead Paint Removal?
Lead poison compounds in lead-contaminated dust (LCD) are found in a wide range of physical and chemical forms. Some household LCD contains lead compounds from lead paint hazards. Household LCD also can come from soil residues that include lead compounds that were used in leaded gasoline. Other lead compounds in household LCD can come from a variety of industrial, hobby, or work related activities. Different types and combinations of detergent ingredients are best for lead removal of different classes of lead compounds. Lead-specific detergents are designed to remove the wide range of lead compounds found in lead-contaminated dusts. Household and general-purpose cleaners are designed to give a home a clean appearance, and in some cases give some germicidal or other sanitary benefits. While certain household or general-purpose cleaners may sometimes have some effectiveness against certain types of lead paint hazards, these kinds of cleaners are not designed to remove the broad range of
