Old Lead Paint
High burden — Old Lead Paint is a significant avoidable exposure.
Deteriorating paint in homes built before the late 1970s.
The breakdown
Each driver rated 0 (none) to 10 (worst)
Evidence strength: strong · Detox Score = 100 − hazard×4.6 − exposure×3.4 − persistence×2.6, clamped 1–100.
What this means for you
A Detox Score of 28 places old lead paint in the High band. The persistence rating is the standout concern here — these compounds linger in the body and environment for years. Lead paint dust is one of the most serious avoidable household exposures, especially for young children. Disturbing it wrong makes it far worse; use certified remediation.
Frequently asked questions
Is old lead paint a toxic exposure?
Old Lead Paint has a Detox Score of 28 out of 100 (High burden), which means it is a significant avoidable exposure. Lead paint dust is one of the most serious avoidable household exposures, especially for young children. Disturbing it wrong makes it far worse; use certified remediation.
What is a safer alternative to old lead paint?
A lower-exposure swap for old lead paint is: Professional lead-safe remediation — never dry-sand it yourself. Lead paint dust is one of the most serious avoidable household exposures, especially for young children. Disturbing it wrong makes it far worse; use certified remediation.