Removing Ceiling Tiles In Basement

Contained in this rigid form asbestos is far less dangerous than in loose insulation form.

Removing ceiling tiles in basement.

Removing drop ceiling tiles can sometimes be a messy task depending on the style of tiles and how easily they fit through the frames. The tiles can sometimes be sprayed with popcorn surfacing care for these tiles is basically the same as for a normal ceiling unless they contain asbestos. This is another project that can be done by one person and in most cases the tiles that go into place can be easily cut to size using scissors. This detergent and water combination will help to form an adhesive which will keep the asbestos fibers in place even if the tiles are damaged.

Along with the dust the broken debris can be enough mess to warrant a tarp or dropcloth. The grid for this system is much easier that the drop ceiling grid and the tiles attach directly to the grid. We recommend wearing safety goggles as the tiles will likely be dusty and dirty. Until the 1970s most ceiling tiles in suspended ceilings contained asbestos.

Asbestos found in the vinyl floor tiles at the toh tv project house means a state licensed and well protected abatement crew must do the removal. Begin removing the tiles carefully ensuring that your respirator is never directly underneath the tile you are moving. Many tiles will easily break apart if you can t fit them through the frame. Remove old ceiling tiles.

If you still have concerns however contact an asbestos removal contractor to remove your entire ceiling. Set these tiles aside in a safe place as you can use them as cutting size templates later for your new tiles. Step 3 remove the tiles. Carefully take down your old ceiling tiles.

Photo by russell kaye i m told that the old vinyl floor tiles in the basement of our 1950 house contain asbestos and that i should not try to remove the tiles but cover them with wall to wall. Surface mount ceiling tiles are easy to install.