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Post by schweetcruisers on Apr 1, 2015 16:14:36 GMT -8
I stopped by my local ReStore today, they had just received 3 pallets of VCT tile from a commercial flooring contractor who donates their leftovers and boxes of odd tiles. I found 5 boxes of NOS (New Old Stock) 12" x 12" Kentile Buck Skin Marbleized tiles.  I had never heard of Kentile so I did some quick Googleing and found that the tiles probably had Asbestos in them as Kentile used Asbestos until they went out of business in '92. I talked to the manager because I wanted a discount for them since they could possibly be toxic. She was a little shocked and just gave them all to me for free. I now need to get one tested to see if they actually are Asbestos laden (cause you know the internet is always right). If they are free and clean I'll go back and make a donation to Habit for Humanity, but if they are toxic...anybody want some free tile! |
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John Palmer
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Post by John Palmer on Apr 1, 2015 17:38:46 GMT -8
Schweet, cool tile.
I'd use them. As long as you don't sand/grind/cut and create sawdust, I don't see a problem. Cut to fit with a utility knife. Your going to walk on them, not eat dinner on them, enjoy.
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Post by nccamper on Apr 1, 2015 19:43:08 GMT -8
They sure look like my Forester tiles. I think you made a major score. The asbestos was in every school when I was young, every floor tile, every pipe wrap, and I'm still here. As John says, install them safely and don't lick the floor. Good advice.
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Post by Hamlet on Apr 1, 2015 20:03:13 GMT -8
Actually, go ahead and eat off them. Just don't try grinding them up and snorting them. ;-)
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Post by vikx on Apr 1, 2015 21:29:16 GMT -8
I agree. Asbestos-phobia is rampant these days. It's the airborn DUST that "might" cause problems. From what I've read, it is prolonged and frequent exposure that is dangerous. Heaven knows I've been in the dust more than once.
Prudent actions will protect a person from developing asbestosis. Damping the work area when removing old tiles and/or covering with a layer of plywood is safer.
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Post by schweetcruisers on Apr 2, 2015 5:16:11 GMT -8
Actually I have no issues with them, but I might sell the trailer when it's done and I don't want someone to freak out about the floor because of asbestos. They can freak out cause it's cool not cause they think it is toxic.
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Post by azshastanut on Apr 2, 2015 7:26:49 GMT -8
Hey schweetcruisers, since you are so concerned about putting these tiles in a trailer you might sell, just ship them to me. I'll even pay the shipping and a good price for the tiles. End your worries today and get them to UPS. These will look great in my 57 Kenskill.
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