Corrugated Asbestos Cement Sheet Roofing

Most older cement sheets contain asbestos.

Corrugated asbestos cement sheet roofing.

Cement which contains asbestos is usually fairly thin with visible fibres running through it. Corrugated asbestos sheets were used in the roofing and siding of all types of buildings especially in factories and farms. Corrugated asbestos sheets fibrous cement created an easy and affordable alternative to corrugated metal panels which offer little insulation and inevitably rust over time. Corrugated asbestos cement sheets were applied in the same way that corrugated iron was applied either nailed to wooden strips bolted to the purlins or clipped directly to the purlins by clips of hoop iron or wire.

Corrugated roofing sheets made of asbestos is common in uk homes constructed prior to 2000. Corrugated cement sheet super six corrugated cement sheets were mainly used for roofs fences shed walls etc. After prolonged use and weathering they deteriorate and can release asbestos fibres in small quantities. Since the cement sheets were fireproof manufacturers initially considered them safer as compared to wood.

Adding asbestos to the cement made the corrugated roofing sheets more heat resistant weatherproof and durable. The surface will also have a texture and contain dimples or craters. This asbestos finder contains general information and your building might contain asbestos not described here. Perfect choice for roofs and walls these corrugated cement sheets are made available in various specifications so as to cater to the diverse needs of our clients.