Detect Asbestos in Ceiling Tiles with Expert Laboratory Testing. Ceiling tiles, commonly used for soundproofing and modular ceilings, may contain hazardous asbestos fibres, especially in older buildings. LCS Laboratory Inc. provides precise testing to help you identify asbestos and ensure safe handling during renovations or demolition.
Purpose of Our Service Our asbestos testing service is designed to assist industrial hygiene consultants, contractors, and homeowners in identifying the presence of asbestos in ceiling tiles. This information is essential for meeting safety regulations, planning remediation, and protecting health.
Technical Details of Our Testing Services LCS Laboratory has analysed thousands of ceiling tile samples and identified two primary types with varying asbestos risks:
- Wood-Based Ceiling Tiles:
- Made primarily from sawmill byproducts, comprising 95% wood and binding materials.
- The inner material appears fibrous and brown, resembling aged wood dust.
- Less than 5% of these tiles contain asbestos, typically found in the surface paint or adhesive.
Glass Fibre-Based Ceiling Tiles:
- Constructed from synthetic materials, with the inner core off-white and visibly fibrous.
- Comprised of 50-70% glass fibres, 10-30% bleached paper fibres, binders, and occasionally glass dust or styrofoam.
- Approximately 60% of these tiles test positive for Amosite asbestos, a type of asbestos commonly used in construction.
Sampling Requirements:
- Provide a sample of approximately 1 sq inch or 1 teaspoon of tile material.
- Ensure the sample includes a cross-section to capture both the surface and inner material.
For instructions on pricing, how to collect the samples, and deliver them to our lab please visit our main asbestos testing page.
Get Started with LCS Laboratory For more information, shipping instructions, or to discuss your specific project needs, please contact us. Partner with LCS Laboratory Inc. for expert asbestos testing and reliable results tailored to your industry requirements.
at 5:53 pm
Hello
I’m really worried I pulled down all the ceiling tiles in my basement “old house “ I have asthma I did wear a mask ? What should I do ??
at 7:58 pm
Sorry to hear about that. You can do one or both of the following: send a piece of tile to our lab for testing, of check air quality inside of your house for excessive fibres.
at 12:34 am
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at 1:19 am
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at 8:00 am
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