lead roof showing signs of weathering and oxidation from atmospheric conditions


Lead sheet, one of the oldest and most durable roofing materials that may last over 200 years. Lead is considered stable, like other heavy metals it is a potent neurotoxin that can accumulate in soft tissue and bone if exposure continues over time.


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