Move beds, cribs and playpens away from peeling paint. Have paint tested in a laboratory. If it has lead, don't scrape, sand or burn it. Children's Hands and Faces Wash children's hands and faces frequently. Imported blinds may contain lead as a stabilizer in the plastic.
Sunlight can break down the plastic, leaving an invisible layer of lead dust on the blinds.
See news from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission . Some candles on the market today are made with wicks that have either lead or lead cores that emit potentially dangerous levels of lead into the air. For more information, visit the website on Candles and Indoor Air Quality .