Asbestos is a material that was used in the first half of the 20th century. The material is great for insulation due to its high heat resistance, as well a a fire retardant. But airborne particles of asbestos are dangerous. Breathing in these minerals can cause lung cancer among other diseases that potentially lead to death.
Asbestos was used all over buildings,including walls and even on ceilings in schools.There are still many old buildings that have it. One example is old “popcorn ceilings” frequently contained Asbestos to help insulate.
In the World War II era, Asbestos was used in the advancement of railroads and energy use despite known dangers. While the government knew the hazardous effects, and related deaths, the information was hidden from the public’s knowledge. Utilization of Asbestos was halted around 1978 but the terms of the ban allowed newly constructed buildings up to 1986 to have the Asbestos.
Asbestos cannot be removed without significant safeguards. Special preparation must be taken to remove it and properly dispose of it. This is because it should not be inhaled while people are demolishing it.
Asbestos needs to be removed through a process called abatement. The removal process requires the building be sealed so that the air around is not contaminated with airborne particules. Abatement oil may be used to remove the harmful material. First it must be applied through lathering, and then removed carefully along with the dust.