The number of products that contain asbestos is frightening. There have been many publications released over the years to bring more awareness to asbestos. Publications from major news broadcasters such as the BBC, through to government bodies and newspapers. Thankfully, the ban on these products came in 1999, although we are still challenged with identifying old products still in use today.
Because asbestos is fire resistant and offers good insulation properties, it was put into thousands of materials/products. On the positive side, most of the above items have most likely been replaced with newer models. However, should you still have any of these items and be unsure whether they contain asbestos, we recommend contacting the supplier. Otherwise, we are happy to help!
Loose asbestos insulation is known to be one of the most dangerous forms of asbestos. Manufactured from 100% loose asbestos fibres, this product is deadly. Given that it’s loose, any minor disturbance to this substance will release fibres into the air. It has a candy floss–like appearance and tends to be either blue or white, depending on the type of asbestos. Furthermore, it is mainly used in floors and ceiling voids for its insulation properties. Absolutely no attempt should be made to remove this product without consulting an expert.
