Vermiculite is a natural mineral that when heated expands into accordion-shaped, feather-weight pieces of material usually tan-gold in color. It is flameproof and absorbent, which makes it useful as ...

If a grayish, pebble-like substance lurks silently in the attic of an older home, ignorance on the part of the owner will not work out to be bliss. In some homes built between 1919 and 1990, ...

Most homeowners are aware of the risks associated with asbestos insulation found on steam and hot water pipes and on heating plants in basements and boiler rooms. Relatively few are aware, however, of ...

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As many as 30 million houses in the United States may have asbestos-contaminated insulation from Libby’s vermiculite mine installed in their attics. Now a hand-held test can confirm if someone’s home ...

Identify the insulation type: Vermiculite insulation, often used in older homes, may contain asbestos, which requires professional handling. If you suspect asbestos, have a sample tested before ...

Last month, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency issued a pamphlet informing homeowners about the potential dangers associated with a certain type of home insulation that may be contaminated with ...