Asbestos was added to these building materials to improve resistance to chemicals fire and heat.
Armstrong asbestos sheet vinyl.
Stain proof fireproof stylish and affordable vinyl products strengthened through the inclusion asbestos in their manufacture were a very popular choice in many new zealand houses.
Vinyl sheet is a resilient flooring that people often use as an alternative to natural stone ceramic tile or even hardwood.
Within each pattern there were various colors available as well.
Asbestos was used in vinyl wallpaper from the 1920s and in the vinyl floor tiles and sheet flooring that rose to prominence in the 1950s.
It comes in a roll that is cut to size.
The colors are designed to match other interior finishes to complete the look of the space.
Armstrong vinyl asbestos floor tile photo id catalogs 1951 1986.
Like floor tiles vinyl sheet flooring is a long lasting and economical material and it also offers more aesthetic options to suit a homeowner s taste.
Vinyl asbestos tile and asphalt tile contain asbestos fibers as did some asphaltic cutback adhesives and the backings of many sheet vinyl floorings and lining felts.
Our reproduction of vinyl asbestos floor tile patterns and colors below selected representative images of each style or floor tile identification pattern in which tiles were produced.
Asbestos containing products produced by armstrong world industries included resilient floor tile lining felt and backing for sheet vinyl and acoustic cement among others.
Armstrong sheet flooring that matches the armstrong excelon swirl chip vinyl asbestos floor tile pattern released in 1968 and shown as a small tile image above.
Unfortunately vinyl sheet flooring manufactured with an asbestos backing poses a serious exposure risk when it is disturbed.
Single solid surface makes it an excellent choice for moisture prone rooms like kitchens and baths.
By 2011 armstrong world industries became one of the largest manufacturers of hardwood flooring.
Medintone sheet flooring offers a complete spectrum of soft tonal neutrals and bright pops of color perfect to orient visitors and create engaging learning environments.
Sheet vinyl 1984 please be advised that there are federal and in many states also state and local regulations which you must consult to determine the procedures required to be followed when removing in place asbestos containing materials.