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Asbestos Materials Gallery

 

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All images copyright of Kent Surveys and are not to be used without written permission. All information presented here is for general information on asbestos containing materials only and is not to be used as a basis for any asbestos related work including asbestos remediation and/or removal. Uncontrolled disturbance and exposure to asbestos fibres can cause cancer.

The following images are just a few of the different types of asbestos containing materials found during asbestos surveys, this is just a small range of different materials asbestos was used in, the actual unwritten list of asbestos building materials is estimated at 3000+ and still growing.

"We haven't got any asbestos here mate, your wasting your time"

Any building built before 1999 (yes this is an official HSE figure) may have asbestos materials in them, later materials (after 1990) are usually low risk (cement based materials, roof tiles, textured coatings, etc) but still contain asbestos. The most prolific use of asbestos materials was between 1950 and 1980, any building built or refurbished between those years may contain asbestos materials.

 

Please don't rely on the limited knowledge of commonly known asbestos materials, or helpful but ignorant and unqualified people. Have it checked out by experienced professionals who can give an accurate report on the materials in your building and the recommendations for keeping it safe. Asbestos was used in over 3000 different materials and many of those were used in hundreds of different applications, particularly AIB (Asbestos Insulation Board).

The pictures below represent a small range of asbestos materials found in all types of property

 

The Prolific Use Of AIB (Asbestos Insulation Board)

Although AIB is a single material type containing about 40% Amosite (brown) asbestos, it was used in many many different applications and locations, I feel it is important to illustrate this fact. If disturbed this material will release thousands of tiny fibres which will result in significant exposure to those in the area!. Once located it is easily manageable by painting and protection but needs to be detailed in asbestos surveys to prevent disturbance by tradesmen or staff.

AIB was used in the same locations/applications as wood, plasterboard, plywood, hardboard, softboard, chipboard, stirling board, lathe and plaster, mica board, ceiling tiles and many others. Because of its prolific use it is considered to be one of the main causes of exposure and subsequent death of tradesmen etc who regularly disturb this material not realising the risk.

I have made a separate gallery just for Asbestos Insulation Board ( AIB )

 

Asbestos Insulation Board Gallery ( AIB Gallery )

All containing about 40% Amosite (brown asbestos) and high risk if disturbed!

AIB wall board in communal stairwell (flats)

AIB clad ceiling from above

Bevelled edge AIB asbestos ceiling tiles in restaurant

AIB loft hatch fire protection (either side)

AIB faced fire door (sealed)

AIB cupboard door lining (unsealed!)

AIB soffits on domestic houses etc often drilled and overclad with PVC!

AIB fire/smoke baffle in factory

AIB wall boarding in commercial unit - looks similar to other walls!

AIB fire protection of services in garage

AIB garage ceiling (often mistaken for low risk cement board!)

AIB cupboard door lining (unsealed!)

AIB ceiling panels (unsealed) in store room damaged by plumber!

AIB electric fire plinth

AIB sheets stacked in garage (unsealed and damaged!)

AIB firebreak panels found during shop refurbishment

AIB ceiling hidden by overcladding with plasterboard

AIB cladding to stairwell partitions

AIB damaged and unsealed basement ceiling (area contaminated)

AIB ceiling lathes/strips in office reception area

AIB fire protection of lift motor and lift shaft (quite common)

AIB extract duct lining in nightclub (behind grill)

AIB lined service riser / dumb waiter (sealed shut)

AIB fire protection of lift shaft (external)

AIB panel sealing understair void

AIB radiator cupboard lining (damaged)

AIB high level service duct in large commercial unit

AIB soffit panels on commercial unit

AIB wall boarding in office corridor

AIB office fireplace infill panel (quite common)

 

Common Domestic Asbestos Materials

(Commercial and Industrial Materials are below)

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Asbestos in older toilet cisterns - low risk

Older storage heaters may contain asbestos components

Asbestos vinyl floor tiles and bitumen adhesive

Asbestos cement garage roof and walls

Asbestos cement floor tiles found on roofs and balconys

Asbestos cement roof tile filleting (under tiles)- often missed

Asbestos cement clad bunglaow inside and out

Underfloor heating pipework insulation - blue asbestos!

Cement based boiler/cooker flues etc difficult to remove

Asbestos cement ceiling sheets under plaster finish

Old vinyl flooring may contain asbestos fibres

Old flooring/carpet paper backing may be 100% Chrysotile

Asbestos boarded ceiling AIB or cement (battening sometimes present)

Asbestos Cement water tank in loft

Asbestos loft hatch AIB double sided

Asbestos cement flue in loft

Asbestos cement sheet in fireplace alcove (sealed)

Asbestos vent lining AIB or cement asbestos

Damaged asbestos cement ceiling!

Asbestos cement wall panels (wallpaper removed)

Asbestos found in bitumen sink pads - low risk

AIB asbestos house soffit (quite common)

All enquires for Asbestos and Insulation Freephone 0800 2118658

 

Textured Ceilings and Walls

 

Textured ceiling coatings (commonly known as Artex etc) have a low asbestos fibre content unevenly mixed throughout the material. If left alone it is quite safe and has low friability in normal circumstances, painting, over boarding and skimming are preferred to removal.

Although it is no longer notifiable to the HSE for removal by licensed contractors, the control measures still required to remove it are only slightly less strict than before, to comply with the revised regulations/guidance it still requires some form of liquid fibre suppression (paint stripper, etc) and should not be scraped dry, an enclosure (PVC tent) complete with a 2-way airlock, P3 rated masks (not DIY dust masks) and disposable overalls should be used. 

The waste material (including the PVC 'tent') should be disposed of as hazardous waste not general building waste. Many builders etc are now removing it without these precautions thinking its now classed as a 'safe' material, it is not! Scraping or dry stripping this material will still release asbestos fibres causing exposure! Do not be fooled, take appropriate precautions.

 

Information on mesothelioma and links to legal advice if you are from the USA

Asbestos is a harmful fiber and has been cited as the main cause of mesothelioma. If you or someone you love has been exposed to asbestos, you should contact a mesothelioma lawyer. They may be able to help you receive compensation for any mesothelioma treatment you're receiving.

Mesothelioma Attorney - Mesothelioma Attorney, Williams Kherkher, has a team of attorneys who will help protect your rights if you've been exposed to asbestos.

 

Commercial / Industrial Asbestos Materials

(Most of the materials in the domestic gallery can also be found in commercial and industrial buildings)

Unsealed asbestos pipe lagging

Unsealed and damaged AIB ceiling panels (Amosite/Chrysotile)

AIB fire protection of small factory supporting steelwork

Factory roof/ceiling lining boards (softboard) - Chrysotile sprayed asbestos coating

AIB asbestos soffit board - unsealed - external and high level

Damaged AIB fire break in small commercial unit (high risk)

Amosite content in window putty (firebreak window)

Asbestos rope boiler door seal (encapsulated)

Pub cellar hatch AIB clad

Asbestos rope safe door seal (visible)

Asbestos ceiling tiles sealed (bevelled AIB)

Asbestos bitumen damp course

Asbestos bitumen damp course and expansion joint (vertical)

Redundant CO2 tank coated with asbestos plaster

AIB asbestos wall boarding in factory - used for fire protection of store.

Damaged asbestos pipe insulation - much 'missing' insulation

AIB and asbestos rope gaskets on commercial boiler

Various asbestos materials may be present in window heating vents - AIB, asbestos rope, asbestos cement etc

Asbestos gaskets in older plant, pipework, valves, flanges etc

Asbestos cement hut (very old) contains Crocidolite (blue asbestos)

AIB asbestos ceiling board (from above) unsealed

AIB asbestos ceiling boards (sealed)

Old switchgear may contain asbestos components - flash guards, fuse guards, insulating panels or seals.

Asbestos cement ceiling in basement - unsealed

Asbestos pipe and header insulation - some damage evident

Asbestos LP (low pressure) boiler header and pipework insulation

Asbestos insulation on 4 large commercial calorifiers and pipework

HP (high pressure) boiler insulation - large header pipe and associated pipework

Damaged pipe insulation on hot water pump set

Asbestos rope insulation 100% woven Chrysotile

Asbestos vinyl floor tiles in entrance to commercial unit

Asbestos cement fascia panels (painted)

Follow this link to The Asbestos Information Centre - a huge list of asbestos materials under 'trade names'

 

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