I read the 'sticky' but want to make sure I haven't gotten into anything I shouldn't have. I am removing sheet vinyl (or linoleum - I don't know the difference). The house was built in the 50's, but I don't know when the flooring was installed. The linoleum/vinyl is pulling up without much effort, tearing into sections at times. What is has left behind is a white or grey paper substance on the floor which is very difficult to remove. Based on this information, is there a chance of asbestos or does it sound safe? I am asking for everyone's safety, especially my wife and child, and figured this would be a good place to go. Any responses would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

Was hoping that someone could settle an argument. We were taking the toilet, vanity and vinyl flooring out of my inlaws bathroom. We are going to replace the flooring with ceramic tile. However, we discovered that the toilet has been leaking for some time. There are signs that mold was starting to grow under the old flooring between the concrete and vinyl. We got most of the old flooring up, but there is still some glue and thin layers of the vinyl remaining. So here is the disagreement. My friend says that we should just tile over whatever is left and that the mold won't be an issue. I feel that whatever mold that could still be under what is left of the vinyl is bad. I was also thinking that the mold could use the glue and vinyl a source of "food" and could still spread. Even when we set the new toilet in place and the main source of moisture is fixed. Any input would be welcomed. Thanks Gordon