D-Wipe towels lift lead dust off surfaces and skin
Lead dust is sticky in a way regular dirt isn’t. It holds an electrostatic charge that grips surfaces and skin, and plain soap and water doesn’t break that bond, so contamination gets left behind even after you wipe.
D-Wipe towels are built for the job. Each pre-moistened towel carries EDTA, a chelating agent that binds to lead particles and holds them in suspension so they wipe away instead of smearing around. The formula is gentle enough to use right on your skin, with aloe and a moisturizer so it doesn’t dry out your hands like an alcohol cleaner would.
Where to use them
- Windowsills, floors, and trim where lead dust settles during paint removal
- Tools and work surfaces on the jobsite
- Hands, face, arms, and neck before you leave the site
Good to know
40-count canister with a moisture-seal lid. Made in the USA. They support EPA RRP work practices for pre-1978 buildings but don’t replace the full protocol, which still calls for HEPA vacuuming, wet cleaning, and clearance testing. Used wipes carry lead contamination, so dispose of them under your local rules for lead waste.
Frequently asked questions
Do lead dust wipes actually work?
Yes. D-Wipe towels carry EDTA, a chelating agent that binds to lead particles and holds them in suspension so they wipe away instead of smearing around. Lead dust holds an electrostatic charge that grips surfaces, and plain soap and water does not break that bond.
Does soap and water remove lead dust?
Plain soap and water does not break the bond that holds lead dust to surfaces, so contamination gets left behind even after you wipe. D-Wipe towels carry EDTA, a chelating agent that binds to the lead particles so they lift off instead of smearing.
Can you use D-Wipe towels on your skin?
Yes. The formula is gentle enough to use right on your skin, with aloe and a moisturizer so it does not dry out your hands. Use them on hands, face, arms, and neck before you leave the site, as well as on tools and work surfaces.
How do you dispose of used lead wipes?
Used wipes carry lead contamination, so dispose of them under your local rules for lead waste. The towels support EPA RRP work practices for pre-1978 buildings but do not replace the full protocol, which still calls for HEPA vacuuming, wet cleaning, and clearance testing.