Does this look like asbestos ceiling tile?
#1
05-29-17, 11:15 PM
Does this look like asbestos ceiling tile?
I know that the only true way to tell is to have it tested. The test is in the mail. I am here to try and see how much I need to worry about being a jackass and not thinking of this BEFORE I took the damn ceiling down. They are 12x12 interlocking tiles that were stapled to a wooden framework. They look and feel like cardboard type material. There is no manufacturer name and the date is unknown also. It's definitely older. House was built in the 50's so somewhere b/t then and the 1990's. Not very helpful I know. But has anyone seen tiles like these and know if what they had was or was not asbestos?
Thanks.
Thanks.
Last edited by PJmax; 05-30-17 at 12:13 AM. Reason: reposted pic
#2
05-30-17, 12:17 AM
Group Moderator
Looks like cellulose not asbestos.... but only the test can confirm.
There is nothing inherently dangerous with asbestos. The problem is the fibers become airborne when disturbed, get breathed in and lodged in the lungs.
If you had wet the material down when removing it and wore a mask.... you'll have no issues.
There is nothing inherently dangerous with asbestos. The problem is the fibers become airborne when disturbed, get breathed in and lodged in the lungs.
If you had wet the material down when removing it and wore a mask.... you'll have no issues.
#3
05-30-17, 04:44 AM
.... and for most folks, a once or twice exposure event won't pose any health issues. The majority of folks with health issues from asbestos had occupational or otherwise long term exposure. The odds are you are ok and won't suffer any ill effects from tearing the ceiling out - if it contains asbestos.
#6
05-30-17, 03:12 PM
You know the old saying "don't cry over spilt milk" What's done is done, nothing you can do about it now other than to learn going forward. You and your pets are probably ok, no sense in looking for trouble 
#8
05-03-19, 08:38 PM
Group Moderator
only the test can confirm.
