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Asbestos has gained the reputation of being a dangerous man-made substance. While it can be dangerous, other facts about asbestos that hang in the public consciousness have been misconstrued over the years. Facts like how it’s made, where it’s found, and the health hazards presented by asbestos have fluctuated since the early 1900s. Over the …

What is asbestos? Many people think that Asbestos is manmade, it is in fact a naturally occurring fiber. Asbestos is the name for a variety of occurring silicate minerals that naturally occur in rock form. Asbestos appears on every content in the world. Once mined, the rock is crushed and milled to produce various grades …

Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that has been used in a variety of products over the years such as in insulation, flooring, and piping. Once disturbed, asbestos becomes a dangerous substance that can result in life-threatening illnesses. With conflicting information available on the internet regarding asbestos, it’s always difficult to determine how best to …

Asbestos is a common name given to naturally occurring minerals that overtime crystalise to form fibres. Asbestos is mechanically strong as it does not dissolve in water, it is resistant to heat and fires, and biological and chemical degradation. There are several types of asbestos, divided into the Serpentine mineral or Amphibole family. However, when …

  What is asbestos? The term asbestos is used when referring to naturally occurring materials that, over time, form fibres and then begin to crystallise. Asbestos fibres do not dissolve when in contact with water and do not evaporate. Asbestos is not considered as hazardous when in large pieces and if the asbestos is not …

  Asbestos is a mineral fibre that was once commonly used in a variety of construction materials. While it is well known for its durability and heat resistance, asbestos is also extremely hazardous to human health. Exposure to asbestos can lead to serious diseases, including mesothelioma, lung cancer, and asbestosis. Due to the health issues …

    Read our comprehensive guide on everything you need to know about asbestos insulation, including the history, risks, exposure symptoms and facts. When was asbestos banned in the UK?  Surprisingly, asbestos was only banned in the UK in 1999. It was extensively used in house building before this, as the risks were not apparent. …