Potentially Crazy Caring Mama
We are thinking of purchasing a home that was painted in the interior during the Fukushima fallout. The home was left open to air out. I am just imagining the 137 could have become embedded in the paint since it was left open to air out also I imagine particles could remain stuck. We have another home we like also. Should we just go with the latter? Thanks so much. -Sincerely, Tiffany
You say that the house was
You say that the house was painted during the Fukushima fallout, but as you say you may be potentially crazy, so I wanted to know which dates are you using because it's possible you got them wrong.
It was April 1, 2 and 3. Am
It was April 1, 2 and 3. Am I being totally bananas? If it is similar to granite counter tops...I would not let my kids sleep surrounded by granite countertops.
Well, if by "similar" you
Well, if by "similar" you understand "several thousand times less", yes, I think it could be similar to a granite counter top.
Also, If the particles got
Also, If the particles got covered by paint I assume there is no risk of them floating around and causing internal contamination. The possible radiation emitted by the particles that got stuck on the walls, which would theoretically increase the external dose you and your family receive, could be calculated but I assume it would be several thousand times less than the dose you would receive from having a granite kitchen top.
Was the other house
Was the other house hermetically sealed?
Personally, I see it as a non-issue, but understand very much your concern. One thing I can say - we keep shoes at the door, run a HEPA whenever vacuuming/cleaning, wash hands religiously, etc.
You are not crazy, BTW.
Considering our (the average
Considering our (the average Joe seeking info here on this forum) knowledge of radionuclide properties, this is a very good question!
There are a lot of smart people here who will kindly provide some answers. Sit tight.