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Asbestos

10 years ago

The usual question -- does this wall board, which lines the foundation walls in par of the basement of my 1929 house, look like it could contain asbestos? I know the only way to know for sure is to test, but any opinions on what material this appears to be? Thanks!

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snoonyb
10 years ago
Looks like CELOTEX.
bus_driver
10 years ago
Celotex and Homasote are made from reclaimed/recycled paper fibers. Asbestos would be more expensive to add to the mix. Highly unlikely to contain asbestos.
I have answered the question asbestos I can.
snoonyb
10 years ago
coupl a loose fibers.
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Christopher Nelson Wallcovering and Painting
10 years ago
I have answered the question asbestos I can.

funny guy
sdello
10 years ago
if it's that old it might contain some.

"I know the only way to know for sure is to test"
You answered your own question.
AdPock123
Original Author
10 years ago
I'm planning to cover it with MDF beadboard, rather than remove it.
ionized_gw
10 years ago
Call your local authorities and find out what is required for disposal. Call the municipal waste people first. Where I live, non-friable asbestos can be put at the curb for regular pick-up. You can remove it safely yourself if you educate yourself. If you put those two things together, you don't really have a problem even if it is asbestos.
energy_rater_la
10 years ago
LOL bus driver....!!

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