Tell me about living in a historic (old) home

[Anonymous]

The problem with lead paint is that it is in door frames, window sills, etc. so even by opening and closing doors and windows you are disturbing it and dust particles will fly everywhere which will be breathed in and destroy your child’s brain. It’s not easy to prevent. Sure, you can vacuum (with a HEPA filter) and mop every day, but even then it’s a losing battle.

Buy new.

[Anonymous]

Is this home designated as historic or is the neighborhood designated as historic? If so, you will need to get permission to make changes and a lot of nosy busybodies will tell you what you can and cannot do. These people view historic homes as museums and not as living quarters. We lived in an historic neighborhood once. Once. Never again will I make that mistake. The people who sit on architectural boards are absolute freaks.