Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. Up to 86 percent of houses built before 1978 in the U.S. have at least some lead paint, according to the Environmental ...

When you’re getting ready to paint, whether it’s the whole exterior of your house or a single room indoors, selecting colors is probably the first, and sometimes the most difficult, challenge you will ...

When left undisturbed, lead paint is mostly a dormant hazard, but during a remodel it can become a serious health issue. Any contractor dealing with it should know how to properly handle lead paint ...