Posts Tagged ‘Tile’
How can I tell if I have asbestos tile?
30
May
I’m tearing out some old, OLD tile….and read somewhere that it could have asbestos in it. How can I tell without calling over a professional?
Can you install ceramic tile over vynil floor without ripping it up.whats a good mastic to use??
30
Apr
I have old ASBESTOS vynil AND NO CONTRATOR WILL TOUCH IT,SO I WANT TO PUT MY TILE RIGHT OVER TOP,NO PROBLEM.right??
I have asbestos tile in my basement. I am not going to freak out and remove it. What should I do?
19
Apr
I am thinking about simply covering it in a sheet of plastic, then foam padding, then putting cheap carpet over it. What do you think?
How to fix scratched up “Vinyl Asbestos Tile”?
18
Apr
I am living in a dorm. I’m not exactly sure what kind of tile it is, but its just basic generic tile. The floor has gotten pretty scratched up from the chair rubbing on the ground. Could floor wax or something fix this or is it hopeless?
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How much would it cost to be repaired?
Asbestos under my tile?
16
Apr
My house was built in 1951 and I would like to remodel the bathroom and was concerned about the matierials I’d be working with. I know I have asbestos in my basement tiles which is why I’m asking. The bathroom tiles are original and ceramic but what holds them is kind of like a concrete mixture over a metal grate for support. When it’s broken up its really fine and gets everywhere. Is it possible asbestos was used in any of the materials I’d be working with?
How do you strip the wax off of tile floors?
13
Apr
ok, so i live on a military base, and our house is 100% ols asbestos tile…well, the cleaners or whoever did a screwed up job of waxing it before we moved in. How can I strip it EASILY? and reapply it EASILY so you dont see any lines in the floor?
How can I block the odor from old asbestos tile adhesive?
12
Apr
The previous owners of my house installed asbestos tile and the black mastic adhesive on the concrete floor in my garage. The tile has been removed and the adhesive was primed and then an enamel coating was painted on. It turned out fine and the enamel looks and performs fine.
My problem is that the asbestos adhesive from the old tile had an odor I can’t really describe – sort of a petroleum smell. I was hoping the primer and enamel would block the odor but it doesn’t appear that it will now since its been a few weeks with the finished enamel on the floor. So, does anyone know what to do to get rid of the odor short of covering the whole floor with new concrete (if that would even work)?
Where can I sent a sample of floor tile to test for asbestos?
09
Apr
Is there a lab in New York City or within the U.S. where I can send a sample?
I have 2 layers of asbestos tile in my basement. What floor can I put over this?
09
Apr
I’ve been told Duraceramic. I’m wondering if ceramic or porcelein might be better. I know it’s colder, but I could throw some area rugs dowm for comfort. I’m more worried about failure due to the 2 layers of VAT. For the most part they are down solid. Just a few areas beginning to crack, but not much.
Are there any speical prep instructions I should follow if either of theses floors would work?
What do you think about laminate flooring like Dupont Real touch Elite? I get some humidity during some very bad summers, but it’s not a big problem/
My problem about removing the tiles is that in NJ it can not be a DIY project, Vat tiles must be removed by someone trained in proper removal and disposal. I can’t really afford that. Which is why I’m trying to find out what exactly I can put over them. I thought about Laminate, but hear mixed reviews concerning basement humidity warping them. It the floor was totally flat it wouldn’t be so bad, but it’s not. So there’s the issue of leveling it before installing a new floor.
WHAT YEAR DID ARMSTRONG TILE CO. INTRODUCE PRODUCT #54192 POLISHED MARBLE PERUVIAN BEIGE?
09
Apr
Must know if this item/product contains asbestos.
Question about asbestos tile and risk?
09
Apr
When removing carpeting from our basement, we found out there were asbestos tiles (or what we believe are asbestos tiles, test results are forthcoming). During the removal of the carpet and tack strips, there was some dust, but I can’t tell if the dust is from the bottom of the carpet or from the tiles. There was some dust when I cut part of the carpet, for example. I would say 98 percent of the tiles are intact, but there are a few that cracked. I keep reading things that it’s OK if they’re cracked but not if they’re sanded or if they can be crushed with your hands (the broken piece cannot). I see conflicting info…and am just wondering how dangerous it is with cracked tiles and ones with holes from the tack strips. Don’t want to overreact but certaintly wouldn’t mind some opinions.
Oh, forgot to mention that we’re going ahead and getting the tiles removed by asbestos abatement pros.
Can you elaborate? We only want it removed because of the cracks and dust that I’m trying to find out about.
can i install linoleum over tile?
07
Apr
i want to lay linoleum over tile and old asbestos floor – everything is in tact but i am wondering what i have to do first to ensure a sound and level foundation
,I’m removing tile?
06
Apr
The tile I have has some asbestos in it .How do I dispose of it. Also somebody also said that the glue has some of it in it,True or False