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Danger From Above – Asbestos in Ceiling Tiles

By GreenStream Environmental | January 13, 2012

Asbestos was considered a “wonder product” for much of the 20th century. Its fire resistant and nearly indestructible properties made it seem like the ideal material for construction of both residential and institutional structures – both safe and effective.

Popcorn Ceilings – the Hidden Asbestos Hazard

By GreenStream Environmental | October 20, 2011

On top of proving hard to clean and nearly impossible to fix up or repair in the event of any damage, (in contrast with the original claims!) and giving a room a very dated look, popcorn ceilings also often contain a hidden hazard. Do you know what was commonly used to create that stippled texture until its use was banned? Asbestos!