If You Have Artex or Popcorn Ceilings, Read This: Asbestos May Be in Your Home’s Textured Coating Ceilings and Walls
Have you just bought a house, and you’ve got some textured coating ceilings (a.k.a. Artex or popcorn ceilings) and you’re not sure what to do with it? Let’s dive in!
Why It Matters?
If your home was built before the 2000s, there’s a chance your textured coating ceiling contains chrysotile asbestos. But don’t panic! While asbestos fibres are dangerous, textured coatings are non-friable, meaning they’re less likely to release fibres unless disturbed.
What to Do
If your ceiling is in good shape and hasn’t been tampered with, it’s generally safe. But to be sure, contact G&L. We can take a sample and check for asbestos. If it’s there, we’ll guide you on how to manage it safely. Sometimes, that means sealing it up rather than removing it entirely. Our encapsulation service can lock in those fibres and keep your home safe.
Buying a House?
If you’re eyeing a property built before the 2000s and see any damage to the textured coating ceilings, steer clear and get in touch with G&L. We’ll advise on the best way to fix it. This also applies to other asbestos-containing materials such as cement roof sheets which can often be found on sheds and garages.
Important Tip
Even though textured coating ceilings are non-friable; drilling or disturbing them can still release harmful fibres. So, hands off until you know it’s safe!
Other Risks
Homes built before the 2000s might have other asbestos-containing materials. A G&L survey can pinpoint these and help you manage any risks.
Ready to make sure your home is safe? Contact G&L now to sample your ceilings or schedule a survey. Click the button below to get started!
