![]() not get a satisfactory answer is because almost no one goes through the process of literally removing lead paint from plaster walls, while keeping the wall surface intact. This newer plaster is quite thick, about 2cms, and the fibres sit in white plaster. I am genuinely curious of the process, and possibility, of removing paint from horsehair plaster walls by a pro for a true lead abatement and not encapsulation. The synthetic stuff has white/clear plastic fibres and seems to be newer plaster. Its got long (about 3-4 inch) dark brown/black fibres in it. I can't put greenboard drywall in because there's a gas line going up through the plaster (see red rectangle image below) and the drywall will stick too far out to line up with the window trim/sill. The genuine horsehair plaster is the older stuff, and is inside wardrobes. It's not a very thick layer but because it's uneven, some parts will be thicker. A build- ing owner needs to think carefully about the condition of the plaster that remains plaster is often not as badly damaged as it first appears. I'm looking to basically fill in what the wainscoting was covering up so I'll need to even it up with the board above it. It seems to have taken some moisture damage as well as it's powdery and crumbles to the touch. Horsehair plaster is potentially dangerous because it may contain anthrax spores or asbestos, according to Asbestos Watch and Bricks & Brass. The plaster is very uneven as it looks like the wainscoting was used to cover it up directly and there's no finish/sealer on it. Under one of the walls is an exposed horsehair plaster that was done right up against the brick/studs. Pine, Plant Material, Plaster of Paris, Plastic. I've taken wainscoting off of my bathroom wall that seems to have been around since the house was built (1900). Relief, Religious-Ceremonial, Revolver, Ribbon, Riding Toy, Rifle, Ring.
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