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Examples of Asbestos


Asbestos is a fibrous natural mineral. The three most common types of asbestos are:

White (chrysotile)

Brown (amosite)

Blue (crocidolite)


Key points about asbestos:

Asbestos is only dangerous when disturbed.

If it is safely managed and contained, it doesn't present a health hazard.

Removing it can be more dangerous than simply containing it.

Lack of knowledge of the exact location of asbestos has always been a problem. If you are unsure of where asbestos may be located, click the diagram to the right of the page.


Examples of different types of asbestos - Can you identify them?


Asbestos Cement




















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Gasket




















Floor Tiles





















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I have found what I think is asbestos - what should I do?

Don't panic. Amiante can help you. Please contact us to discuss your concerns and we will give advice about what to do next. From full asbestos site surveys to asbestos management such as encapsulation, asbestos removal or label and manage, we will help you prevent exposure to asbestos, minimise your liability and significantly reduce your costs.

For further information, please see Business services or Domestic Services.

If you think that you or your client have an asbestos problem, please contact us today at our Hampshire office 023 9223 0700 or our London office 020 8531 4969 or email us on enq@amiante.co.uk to discuss your concerns and we will advise you what to do next.