Removing Asbestos Vinyl Tile

Photo by russell kaye i m told that the old vinyl floor tiles in the basement of our 1950 house contain asbestos and that i should not try to remove the tiles but cover them with wall to wall.

Removing asbestos vinyl tile. This article describes the proper procedure for removing vinyl asbestos floor tiles. Vinyl is a type of plastic that has long been a popular material for floor tiles and sheets. Prior to the 1980s asbestos vinyl sheet flooring was very popular in homes. If you are removing the original vinyl floor from a home prior to 1980 you will need to locate a licensed asbestos abatement contractor to test your floor.

Unlike many asbestos containing materials vinyl asbestos flooring is generally safe to be around. Asbestos removal is a hazardous process best undertaken only by a qualified professional. If your ceiling tests negative for asbestos removing popcorn ceilings cost 1 600 on average. Only by disturbing the tiles will the asbestos fibers be released into the air.

Treating or removing asbestos tile flooring. Take a utility knife and cut the asbestos into manageable pieces. However once considerable testing proved that it was a killer the miracle became a nightmare to deal with and remove. Sbestos was once considered a miracle material used in everything from paint and pipe insulation to even tiling.

Asbestos ceiling tile removal cost. Step 3 preparing the asbestos flooring for removal. As long as the tiles are not disturbed in any way removed sanded cut there is little need for concern. Should you be worried if you have vinyl tiles that contain asbestos.

This document series assists building buyers owners or occupants in reducing the risk of. You can lift and safely place the vinyl in a bag that is resistant and does not have any holes. We also discuss leaving good condition vinyl asbestos tile vat in place cleaning it and treating the surface with a clear coat sealant or flooring restorer rejuvenator. Next start lifting the asbestos vinyl tiles and with the scraper keep on separating the tile from the floor.

Removing ceiling tiles costs between 5 and 15 per square foot. Sheet vinyl flooring should be removed to avoid or minimize disturbance of the asbestos containing backing. But that changes as soon as you decide to remove it.