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Post by mel on Oct 22, 2014 8:50:56 GMT -8
Does anyone know if my 1961 Shasta tile is asbestos tile?
Half of it has already come off on its own, and about one quarter is on good and the remaining tile is barley hanging on by a thread. So i figured I would just take it all off, but figured i should ask about the asbestos first
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Post by SusieQ on Oct 22, 2014 8:56:49 GMT -8
The only way to be sure is to have it tested. I found a resource that states if it has black mastic (glue) then there is a 99% chance that it is asbestos. Most 9x9 tiles were asbestos. That is the reason that the industry dropped that size after asbestos was no longer used so that modern VCT tiles would not be confused with 9x9 asbestos tiles.
It also seems to be evident that Shasta used the same tiles in all of the Compacts up to 1965 when they changed to a solid sheet flooring (also probably asbestos). The same tiles were also used in other Shasta models.
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Post by SusieQ on Oct 22, 2014 9:01:03 GMT -8
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Post by mel on Oct 22, 2014 9:37:50 GMT -8
Thanks SusieQ
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Post by wetbrush on Jul 6, 2015 19:46:28 GMT -8
Okay...I want to keep my original floor in my 58 Kenskill...it's really cool...my problem is that three of the tiles at the entry are broken...I want to take the replacements from under the sofa bed...has anyone successfully removed the 9x9 tile all in one piece? If so, how?
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Post by kimberwarden on Aug 7, 2015 15:04:52 GMT -8
I've removed tiles by using a 1 1/2" metal putty knife. It was surprisingly easy in my trailer. Then I glued them elsewhere using a glue made for flooring tiles. Easy peasy.
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Post by unpolished on Aug 11, 2017 12:11:51 GMT -8
In my '62 there are 9x9 tiles. Over half are already removed. I have to replace the entire floor as it is rotted. Question is, if I don't expose the glue and remove the floor as one, which I suspect is asbestos,do I still need to take all the hazmat precautions?
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Post by nccamper on Aug 11, 2017 14:08:47 GMT -8
Tough question. You can ask 10 people this question and get 10 different answers.
My understanding is that asbestos is most dangerous if you breath in the dust. It's never good for you but if you take precautions and aren't doing it day after day you should be fine.
Precautions mean a real respirator with new filters, cover as much skin as possible and shower right after doing the work. The next day clean the camper to remove dust and then clean yourself head to toe.
If you're cutting out flooring with a skill saw I think you need to take steps to protect yourself.
Others may have different suggestions.
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Post by vikx on Aug 11, 2017 21:32:13 GMT -8
NC said it. Also, wet the floor with a spray bottle as your work, keeps the dust down.
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Post by Ross on Aug 12, 2017 2:18:56 GMT -8
NC and Viks are on it. If removing any possible asbestos tiles, I would strongly advise that you wear tyvek coveralls, which can be purchased at Lowes, Home Depot or any paint supply store. Tape off the your wrists (tyvek sleeves and gloves), as well as, around your pant legs and shoes. Eye protection , as well as a respirator is a must! Once you have completed the tear out and the site is clean of all debris, remove the tyvek coveralls, making sure not to touch any part of the contaminated coveralls with your bare hands and place them in a trash bag and tie it off.  |
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Post by unpolished on Aug 12, 2017 22:56:24 GMT -8
Thank you for the quick response. Better be safe than sorry.
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Post by samiej on Nov 5, 2021 14:09:33 GMT -8
does anyone know if the mobile homes from the 50s would have asbestos in the ceilings? it appears to be some type of fiber board material. it is a 10x50 new moon home
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Post by nccamper on Nov 5, 2021 18:22:49 GMT -8
does anyone know if the mobile homes from the 50s would have asbestos in the ceilings? it appears to be some type of fiber board material. it is a 10x50 new moon home I would assume from the 50s it's asbestos. As I understand it, The fiber board under the floors was not but the floor tiles and glue often were. I wear a respirator (a real one) and head to toe covering while removing it and everything goes straight to the wash when I'm done. |
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Post by ruderunner on Nov 6, 2021 4:41:42 GMT -8
As noted it's the dust that's a problem. You can't inhale a tile.
And as noted, there's a big difference in risk between a one shot job and daily exposure.
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Post by Teachndad on Nov 6, 2021 7:31:35 GMT -8
does anyone know if the mobile homes from the 50s would have asbestos in the ceilings? it appears to be some type of fiber board material. it is a 10x50 new moon home Hi and welcome to the board. Do the tiles look like the ceiling tiles in this picture?  I pulled this off a blog about a New Moon Trailer. If the tiles are like those, are they glued on to the ceiling? The only thing I can suggest is finding a company that tests for asbestos or look for a test kit online - maybe these are available, dunno, though. The ceiling panels are briefly visible in two places in this preview of the Long Long Trailer. youtu.be/Nxx4ijz3aig (VTT members please hold your comments on the film to keep this thread focused) If they are glued to the ceiling, and they are asbestos free, then painting might be the only option. What's your plan? Rod |
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