Popcorn ceiling and textured paint samples from homes built before 1981 frequently test positive for asbestos. Protect your health and ensure compliance with safety regulations through professional testing by LCS Laboratory Inc.
Technical Details of Our Testing Services
- Textured paints, also known as popcorn paints, were commonly used for over 70 years. Paints manufactured before 1981 often contain asbestos fibres (1-5%) to enhance the paint’s durability.
- We tested 1000th of paint samples, and see that about 60% of older samples test positive for Chrysotile asbestos, the type most prevalent in Canada, with concentrations typically ranging from 1-5%.
- Only the surface layer of paint and levelling mud usually contains asbestos.
Sampling Guidelines:
- Whole Drywall Sample: Collect a small piece of drywall containing the popcorn paint layer. This method analyses the average asbestos concentration in both the paint and drywall.
- Paint-Only Sample: Dampen the paint with a wet towel, and scrape approximately 1 sq. inch of popcorn paint into a clean Ziploc bag. About 1/4 teaspoon of paint dust is sufficient for testing. This approach focuses on the asbestos concentration in the paint alone.
For detailed instructions, pricing, or to submit your sample, visit our asbestos testing page. If you have additional questions, please contact us. Ensure the safety of your project by partnering with LCS Laboratory for reliable and expert asbestos testing.
