dadiOH wrote:
Guy Aerts wrote:
On Thu, 15 Jun 2006 17:16:39 GMT, "dadiOH"
wrote:

dadiOH wrote:
Also, there is no asbestos in linoleum.

Actually, there was, and in vinyl flooring too. The Vinyl stuff was
usually labeled as VAT, for "Vinyl-Asbestos Tile"

Linoleum is made of linseed oil and wood (or cork) powder applied over a
backing. You know something that says otherwise?

He is correct - there was a Tile, much like todays vinyl self adhesive
tiles that were put down, extremely durable and usually used for
commercial use. They did contain asbestos!

To the best of my knowledge, it was never used in sheet vinyl type
flooring materials, just in the tiles.

As for asbestos in the home, the potential harm comes from the
particles floating in the air and being breathed into the lungs and
getting stuck there. This only happens while it is being disturbed.

Once the asbestos was cleaned out by the abatement company, and then
followed by a HEPA cleaning of the home, there should not be anything
more than the equivalent of standard dusts in the home. Relax, you and
your family will be just fine..... you found a problem, you've solved
the problem, now, sit back relax and enjoy your home and family...!

Glen