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Lead is a heavy metal commonly found in car batteries, household electronics, ceramic pottery, plumbing fixtures and other applications.

From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2025

The main remedy is to add chemicals to keep it from leaching out of pipes and plumbing fixtures.

From Washington Times • Nov. 30, 2023

This would depend on local codes and the number of plumbing fixtures.

From Scientific American • Jul. 19, 2023

Homeowners hoping to use historically accurate plumbing fixtures for regular use might turn to reproductions to ensure code compliance and materials durable enough for daily usage.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 14, 2023

Five days since the plumbing fixtures were replaced.

From "The Adoration of Jenna Fox" by Mary E. Pearson