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Move in a house that was built in the 50s it has cork tile does it have asbestos in it?
Cork tiles themselves are generally not made with asbestos, but some flooring materials from the 1950s could contain asbestos, especially if they are composite tiles or have a backing material. To determine if your cork tiles contain asbestos, it's best to have them tested by a professional. If you're concerned about potential asbestos exposure, avoid disturbing the tiles until you know for sure.
Was square tiles ever made with asbestos?
Yes, square tiles were indeed made with asbestos, particularly in the mid-20th century. Asbestos was used in various flooring materials, including vinyl tiles, due to its durability and fire-resistant properties. However, the health risks associated with asbestos exposure led to its decline in use and eventual ban in many countries. Today, many older buildings may still contain asbestos tiles, requiring careful handling and removal to prevent health hazards.
Can asbestos roof tiles easily be copied using fibreglass?
Yes, most anything made with asbestos can be made using another kind of fiber. It is simply a matter of using a fiber that will impart the kind of properties needed for the particular application.
How much asbestos are in the streets?
Ttreets are not made of any asbestos.
Your home was built in 1973 and there are 12 square ceiling tiles stapled to backing they are made of a cork type compressed particles would they contain asbestos?
It is unlikely that these tiles would contain asbestos, but the only way to be certain is to have a sample analysed by a qualified lab. This kind of analysis probably costs $25 - $50 per sample, exclusive of the cost of a sampling technician's time to safely remove the sample.
How do asbestos pipe and iron pipe differ?
Asbestos pipe is made of cement that contains asbestos fibers. Iron pipe is made from cast iron.
What is shingle asbestos?
Some concrete shingles did contain asbestos. Many shingles never were made with asbestos.
Was asbestos used in drywall?
No, asbestos was not used in drywall. Drywall is typically made of gypsum and paper, not asbestos.
What is building material made from sheets of cement and asbestos?
Asbestos cement
Is 9 inch tile made of asbestos?
Asbestos tile and other kinds of floor tiles were made in 4 foot by 8 foot sheets that were then cut or punched to the size wanted. So 9 inch tile might include an asbestos component but may do note. The same can be said for 12 inch tile and any other shapes and sizes . The only way to know for certain is to have a piece of tile analyzed by a competent analytical lab.
Does Gold Bond rockwool have asbestos in it?
No. Rockwool is made from melted rock and contains no asbestos.
Does Johns-Mansville Rockwool have asbestos in it?
No. Rockwool is made from melted rock and does not contain asbestos.
