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Old 17th Feb 2018, 11:39 pm   #6
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Default Re: Bush SRG86 Asbestos?

Asbestos cement board usually contains white asbestos in a hard cement base and is the least harmful. However what you have looks like AIB (asbestos insulation board) which will flake, release fibres and is much softer. It could contain white or brown asbestos fibres (you can’t tell the colour by looking at the board) The only real way of telling is to have it sampled. In a previous job I was a trained asbestos sampler. We used to take samples in a controlled environment and send them to a lab for analysis. The best plan of action is to leave well alone. If it’s flaking then as others have said a slightly diluted PVA solution gently brushed on will seal it but don’t forget a dust mask, gloves, disposable boiler suit etc., etc. Wet it down with spray bottle filled with water which will ensure that no fibres are floating around in the air. We used to dispose of airing cupboard doors (via a licensed waste service) rather than remove asbestos from it. If in doubt seek professional advice.

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Graham
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