How to paint baby furniture to make sure it is safe?
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Sue...Most lead paints were banned in the 70s. Just ask for suggested paint for baby furniture before purchasing.
Use latex acrylic paint. Then seal with at least three coats of a water based polyurethane. Once the poly gets hard it is safe.
These sites will help you out.
https://projectnursery.com/2014/10/how-to-paint-a-crib/
https://www.healthline.com/health/parenting/baby-safe-paint-for-nursery
https://thegoodhuman.com/baby-safe-paint-for-nursery/
Allow the paint to cure before placing a fresh painted surface in a baby's room.
New paint is safe today.