Asbestos in Carpet Underlay

From the mid 1940′s to the mid 1970′s, hessian bags which had been used to transport asbestos were mixed with other materials and recycled into carpet underlay. Sampling results from the West Australian Government suggest that risk of underlay being contaminated with asbestos is low and that when present, the amount of asbestos is also [...]

Pegboard

Pegboard is commonly used to organize tools and other items. If you have old pegboard made from particleboard or other manufactured products (not metal or hardwood), it may contain asbestos.

Vinyl Floor

The vinyl itself does not usually contain asbestos, but it is in the white backing material that can be seen here where the vinyl has worn through. Because the backing is flexible it is easily damaged and fibres can be released.

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