What is a good finish for a crib? Obviously safety to the munchkin is paramount. I know that rules out lead based paint, but what else should I avoid.
Thanks.
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Just about anything you want. Once cured they are all safe.
Having made a couple cradles for grandkids, I agree with Gretchen. Just make sure whatever you put on has about 30 days (some would say more) to "cure." Don't want the kid breathe fumes.
Alan - planesaw
Since the mid-1970's finishes have be required to be non-toxic when fully cured. You can use any finish you want.
BTW, lead-based paint has be outlawed since the mid 1970's.
Thanks. That's what I thought I had read; I just wanted to make sure.BTW, don't worry. I knew lead based paints have been banned for a long time. I'm only 24, and I realized they had been gone all of my life.
To be safe, for a baby or toddler, who may be ingesting some of the finish when they chew, I'd stick with shellac. 100% edible.
For a 3-yr. old and older, any cured finish is OK.
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