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asbestos
asbestos is a common form of magnesium silicate which was used in various legacy construction products including insulation, roofing, acoustic ceiling texture and flooring materials. Asbestos exposure can cause serious lung diseases. When in doubt, homeowners seek professional advice in detecting and handling asbestos in their home.
References - asbestos
See the following for additional asbestos information:
- Where Asbestos Hazards May Be Found In The Home United States Consumer Product Safety Commission, December 2009, Editorial Staff
- Best Practices Guide to Residential Construction: Materials, Finishes, and Details Wiley, November 2005, Steven Bliss, ISBN 471648361
- Jlc Field Guide to Residential Construction Journal of Light Construction, January 2006, Editors of the Journal of Light Construction, ISBN 1928580289
- 2009 International Building Code: Softcover Version ICC (distributed by Cengage Learning); 1 edition, March 2009, International Code Council, ISBN 1580017258
- What Your Contractor Can't Tell You: The Essential Guide to Building and Renovating Shube Publishing, January 2008, Amy Johnston, ISBN 979983800
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