Hazardous asbestos containing materials (also known as ACM’s) have been used in the construction industry for decades. These materials were preferred in these projects for their lightness and ability to resist corrosion and fires. Now, asbestos is classed as a dangerous product has been banned. Doctors and scientists are now confident that it is carcinogenic. Many health organisations around the world have also condemned its use in construction.

Still, people find asbestos fibres in many of the products that were historically made using the asbestos containing materials. Some of these products include caulking, sealers, artex, cements and mastics. Here is more information on various types of ACM’s.