Here are some examples of the type of materials which commonly contained asbestos.
- Asbestos cement products
- Floor tiles
- Textured coatings
- Sprayed insulation
- Bitumen felts
- Mastics & sealants
- Reinforced plastics
- Ropes, cloth & yarn
- Paper
- Insulation boards
- Pipe & boiler lagging
It is also worth noting that asbestos was used within a variety of equipment and appliances including:
- Domestic appliances – cookers, washing machines etc.
- Ironing boards
- Fire blankets
- Heating systems
- Kitchen sink pads
- Hair dryers