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Is it true that under old linoleum could be asbestos?

April 26, 2017asbestos garden Home linoleum Remodeling

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Is it true that under old linoleum could be asbestos?

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If the sheet vinyl was manufactured BEFORE1984, then yes, there is asbestos in the backing. If it was put in AFTER 1984, then there is no asbestos. If when you start scraping and you discover black adhesive, which is known as “cutback”, that contains asbestos and petroleum. If there is no black adhesive, wear protective goggles and a mask, keep the vinyl backing wet. By keeping it wet, you will keep the asbestos fibers out of the air. If you discover black glue, put down a new layer of underlayment and leave it alone. Even if you do manage to get the adhesive up….there will still be a petroleum residue on the floor, WHICH WILL react with any new adhesive, or cementious floor patch you try to install over it.