It Looks Like Carpet—But It's Much More Dangerous
In this particular home, the bedroom appears to be carpeted at first glance.
But after peeling up a loose corner, you find exactly what Asbestspotter is looking for: yellow vinyl tiles glued down with black adhesive.
But after peeling up a loose corner, you find exactly what Asbestspotter is looking for: yellow vinyl tiles glued down with black adhesive.
Both the vinyl tile and the black adhesive tested positive for chrysotile, a form of white asbestos.
That means removal must only be done by a certified asbestos contractor under airtight (hermetic) containment conditions.
Concealing Asbestos Applications Is Illegal
Covering up asbestos materials—as done in this case—is illegal. However, most people are simply unaware and often do this unintentionally and without bad intent.
This situation underscores the importance of having a thorough asbestos inventory. As a potential homebuyer, you have the right to know if asbestos materials are present and where they are located.
A Risk Many Homeowners Still Underestimate
Too often, (especially young) homeowners begin renovating without knowing that asbestos is present. In the process, they unknowingly damage asbestos-containing materials, potentially exposing themselves to deadly asbestos fibers.
A heartbreaking example comes from Perth, Australia, where a couple bought a coastal vacation home 20 years ago. Unaware of the danger, they removed an asbestos roof themselves.
The result: the woman passed away from mesothelioma, and the man was recently diagnosed with the same aggressive cancer.
The result: the woman passed away from mesothelioma, and the man was recently diagnosed with the same aggressive cancer.
95% of mesothelioma patients die within five years of diagnosis!
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